Middlesex University Dubai's inaugural Digi-Health Lab Symposium explores the future of tech-driven healthcare
Leaders and experts from healthcare, government, academia, and industry gathered at Middlesex University (MDX) Dubai for the inaugural Digi-Health Lab Symposium 2026, examining how digital health, artificial intelligence and connected technologies are contributing to more preventive, personalised, and accessible healthcare. Hosted by MDX Dubai’s Digi-Health Lab, the one-day Symposium on Thursday…
Middlesex University Dubai hosted its inaugural Digi-Health Lab Symposium on September 10, 2026, bringing together leaders from healthcare, government, academia, and industry to explore the potential of digital health and AI in transforming healthcare delivery. The one-day event featured discussions on responsible AI, wearable technology, ambient listening, and the benefits and limitations of health informatics in preventive care.
Key speakers included Dr Amber Rashid, Dr Narges Sheikhansari, and Mariam Mubarak Alkarbi, among others. The Symposium, organized by the Digi-Health Lab within MDX Dubai's Centre of Excellence for Foresight and Emerging Technologies, aimed to drive the sector's continued development by examining how emerging technologies can enhance healthcare systems.
The event concluded with a showcase of student research projects, highlighting innovative solutions in digital health, AI, and related fields.
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