DUBAI, UAE, Oct. 16, 2024 – AI-driven health technologies took center stage at GITEX GLOBAL's GITEX DIGI_HEALTH 5.0, held at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The event attracted global leaders from medical labs, hospitals, and tech enterprises to discuss advancements in healthcare.
Key topics included neurology and remote patient monitoring, showcasing innovations that aim to enhance patient care. The UAE's digital health market is projected to reach USD $487.30 million by the end of this year, reflecting the government's commitment to digital health initiatives.
AI investments in healthcare are expected to account for 20% of global spending by year-end. Notable participants included Biogen, Roche, and tech giants like Microsoft, who explored how AI is transforming patient care.
Dr. Aneesh Singhal from Massachusetts General Hospital highlighted a study indicating that AI can reduce the risk of vascular events in stroke patients by 25.6%. This underscores AI's potential in improving neurology care.
Innovations unveiled included smart contact lenses for 3D imaging and data reading, developed by Dubai's Xpanceo, which could redefine real-time data perception in healthcare. Oracle Health also introduced an AI-powered Clinical Digital Assistant to streamline physician-patient documentation.
GITEX GLOBAL continues to expand its influence with plans for GITEX DIGI_HEALTH 5.0 Expo-Summit in Thailand in September 2025, aiming to address the growing demands of the digital health sector in Asia.