Ahmedabad : The 5th edition of HOSPEX Healthcare Expo 2026, a leading international healthcare exhibition, will be held from February 20–22, 2026, at Vigyan Bhavan, Science City, Ahmedabad, positioning Gujarat as a growing hub for healthcare innovation, technology and global medical collaboration.
Organized by Trithvam Integries in collaboration with Metropharm Wellness India Pvt. Ltd., Ahmedabad Medical Association and HITCON, the three-day event will bring together healthcare industry leaders, technology innovators, startups, policymakers, investors and international delegates to discuss the evolving landscape of healthcare under the central theme “Future of Healthcare.”
Aligned with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of transforming India into a global healthcare and innovation powerhouse, HOSPEX 2026 will focus on accelerating advancements in medical technology, digital health, artificial intelligence, diagnostics and affordable healthcare solutions, while strengthening India’s global competitiveness in the healthcare sector.
The expo will feature 100+ exhibition stalls showcasing innovations across biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, surgical equipment, diagnostics, wellness and medical tourism. Emerging sectors such as AI, Virtual Reality and wearable healthcare technologies will play a key role in shaping discussions and product showcases. The event is expected to attract over 25,000 visitors from across India and abroad.
Participation from 15+ countries is anticipated, highlighting the growing international relevance of the platform. Global healthcare delegations will join alongside representatives from the Government of Gujarat, reflecting the state’s continued push toward healthcare modernization, startup ecosystem growth and international partnerships.
Business & Innovation Focus
Diagnostics and Market Growth:
Day 1 will open with the grand inauguration followed by industry sessions focusing on growth strategies, innovation and emerging opportunities within the diagnostics sector.
Startup Conclave & Investment Ecosystem:
Day 2 will host a dedicated Startup Conclave connecting healthcare startups with investors, incubators and industry mentors. The day will also feature discussions on medical tourism, a high-growth segment positioning India as a cost-effective global healthcare destination, along with the prestigious HOSPEX Awards.
AI & Future Healthcare Systems:
Day 3 will feature the 2nd Edition of the AI in Healthcare Conclave, focusing on real-world applications of AI, digital transformation, predictive diagnostics and technology-driven healthcare delivery, alongside startup growth forums.
A major highlight will be the HOSPEX Medical Tourism Pavilion, bringing together hospitals, wellness centres, facilitators and global healthcare stakeholders to strengthen cross-border healthcare collaboration and enhance India’s positioning in the global medical tourism market.
Vatsal Dixit, Managing Director, Metropharm Wellness India Pvt. Ltd., said: “HOSPEX Healthcare Expo 2026 is designed as a strategic platform where innovation, industry and policy converge. The expo will enable stakeholders to explore new technologies, unlock partnerships and accelerate growth across the healthcare ecosystem.”
HOSPEX 2026 aims to contribute to India’s long-term ambition of becoming a global innovation hub by 2047, fostering collaboration among entrepreneurs, investors and industry leaders across DeepTech, AI, healthcare, diagnostics, pharmaceuticals and medical devices.