Three-Day Healthcare Expo
The sixth edition of HOSPEX Healthcare Expo 2026 will be held from September 24 to 26 at Chakolas Pavilion Event Centre, Kochi. The three-day event will bring together doctors, hospital leaders, healthcare professionals, medical administrators, entrepreneurs, medical device manufacturers, diagnostic companies and technology providers.
This year’s theme, “Future of Healthcare,” will focus on digital health, medical devices, diagnostics, medical tourism and wellness.
Focus on Healthcare Facility Development
As per press release, HOSPEX will particularly cater to healthcare professionals planning to establish, expand or modernise clinics, diagnostic centres and speciality facilities. The expo will provide opportunities to explore medical equipment, laboratory solutions, hospital infrastructure, digital systems, procurement and facility management solutions.
The event will also support hospitals and healthcare groups seeking to adopt new technologies and upgrade their facilities.
AI and Emerging Healthcare Technologies
Alongside the exhibition, HOSPEX 2026 will host conferences, seminars and specialised workshops. The programme includes the AI in Healthcare Conclave – 3rd Edition, which will examine the use of artificial intelligence in healthcare. Other sessions will cover smart healthcare facilities, clinical laboratories, biomedical engineering, hospital procurement and medical tourism.
Furthermore, the expo will provide startups and entrepreneurs with opportunities to showcase solutions and develop industry partnerships.
HOSPEX Awards
The HOSPEX Awards will recognise contributions to healthcare innovation and excellence. Categories include the Lifetime Achievement Award, Women Healthcare Entrepreneur Award, Healthcare Startup of the Year, Medical Technology Innovation Award, Smart Hospital Excellence Award, Patient Experience Award, Healthcare Manufacturer of the Year and Budding Innovator Award.
The event will also feature Medical Tourism Awards by Medical Tourism and Ayurveda Magazine, recognising contributions to medical tourism and medical value travel.
Strengthening Healthcare Collaboration
With healthcare increasingly adopting digital technologies, advanced medical devices, diagnostics, wellness solutions and medical tourism, HOSPEX aims to strengthen collaboration between healthcare professionals and industry. Previous editions reportedly attracted thousands of participants from more than 20 countries.
Through its sixth edition, HOSPEX seeks to position Kochi as a platform for healthcare professionals, businesses and innovators to connect and explore emerging opportunities.