H.E. Mr. Mansoor bin Ebrahim
bin Saad Al Mahmoud, Minister of Public Health, inaugurated the second edition
of Qatar’s International Healthcare and Medical Exhibition and Conference,
Qatar Medicare. Organized by IFP Qatar in collaboration with Qatar Chamber (QC)
and held under the patronage of the Ministry of Public Health, the event takes
place from November 11 to 13, 2025, at the Doha Exhibition and Convention
Center (DECC). Qatar Medicare brings together 100 local and international
companies under one roof—64 local and 36 international exhibitors—including
healthcare professionals, hospital representatives, medical service providers,
distributors of medical supplies and equipment, technology experts, and
investors.

Ms Ibtihaj Al Ahmadani, chair
of the health committee at Qatar Chamber, said: “The Qatar Chamber is
committed to achieving self-sufficiency in the medical and pharmaceutical
sectors. Qatar Medicare reflects the strong public-private collaboration
driving Qatar’s healthcare landscape. The event features the participation and
sponsorship of a wide range of governmental and semi-governmental entities
active in Qatar’s healthcare sector, with
Hamad Medical Corporation serving as the official partner and the Ministry of
Communications and Information Technology as the government partner. It also
includes extensive international participation from 14 countries around the
world, led by prominent global institutions such as the Africa Centres for
Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), UNESCO, the World Health
Organization (WHO), and the International Labour Organization (ILO), alongside
numerous regional and international partners and private sector companies,
including hospitals, medical centers, insurance firms, and medical equipment
suppliers.”

According to estimates by
Fitch Solutions, a subsidiary of Fitch Ratings, Qatar’s healthcare sector is
projected to experience accelerated growth, with total health expenditure
expected to increase at a compound annual growth rate of 14% by 2029, reaching
USD 11.5 billion (QAR 41.86 billion). This expansion is set to position Qatar
as the third-largest healthcare market in the GCC and the tenth-largest in the
MENA region.

Ms. Hayat Bayan, Commercial
& Operations Director at IFP Qatar, said: “Qatar Medicare includes daily one-on-one
meetings between exhibitors, visitors, and major hospitals from both the public
and private sectors, in addition to panel discussions and workshops featuring
more than 55 speakers,
25 presentations, five dialogue sessions, four workshops, training sessions,
and an Open Stage segment that allows professionals two minutes each to share
their work and expertise. The event will conclude with the Qatar Medicare 2025
Healthcare Excellence Awards, honoring 15 categories of outstanding healthcare
institutions and individuals.”

She added: “The conference
agenda covers a series of key themes, including harnessing technology and smart
solutions to improve patient care and efficiency; building sustainable,
future-ready healthcare systems through innovation; exploring ways to advance
the healthcare sector in line with international best practices; reviewing the
2026 procurement plans of Hamad Medical Corporation and Primary Health Care
Corporation; identifying opportunities to strengthen global health security and
develop digital public health systems; and examining the role of the Qatar
Cancer Society in cancer prevention, as well as the importance of medical
literacy in improving healthcare systems and developing clinical expertise.”

Bayan noted:
“The conference sessions will primarily focus on showcasing the latest
innovations and trends in healthcare. This includes digital transformation in
the healthcare sector, the development of smart hospitals leveraging AI and IoT,
healthcare innovations using advanced medical technologies and workplace
preventive care, and strengthening the global medical supply chain and
innovations in orthopedic surgery and rehabilitation in Qatar. The sessions
will also highlight enhancing laboratory excellence through innovation,
establishing a global framework for mental health and well-being, and
addressing best practices in medical equipment handling and maintenance.”

Bayan also highlighted
that the event will conclude with the “Qatar Medicare Healthcare Excellence
Awards”, honoring hospitals, clinics, and outstanding doctors across Qatar, as
well as institutions leading in healthcare innovation, digital transformation,
and smart health initiatives.

Mr. Nasser Mohammed Al Hajri,
Chairman of Al Jazira
Medical Group, the Platinum
Sponsor, said: “We will showcase our latest healthcare innovations,
advanced medical technologies, and services at the event. Our goal is to
strengthen our partnership with the public sector to further develop healthcare
services in Qatar, while implementing a comprehensive strategy to expand in the
local market and meet the growing demand for healthcare supplies and services.”

Dr. Zainab Al Moosa , CEO of
almoosa specialist hospital, said: “Almoosa Health Group” is a leading
health care provider in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia, offering comprehensive services including primary and
critical care, rehabilitation, pharmacy, home healthcare, and telemedicine.
Through our participation in the event, we aim to explore opportunities for
joint collaboration as part of our regional expansion strategy.”

Dr. Hadi
Mohamad Abu Rasheed, Scientific Advisor at Qatar Cancer Society and member of
the Scientific Advisory Committee of the International Cancer Patients Alliance
emphasized that the QCS is participating as a Silver Sponsor to enhance its
awareness efforts on cancer prevention, early detection, and the importance of
public education. It will also explore the latest technologies and potential
partnerships to improve and innovate healthcare practices, contributing to
raising community awareness and improving the quality of life for cancer
patients and their families.