Kochi: The sixth edition of HOSPEX 2026, the HOSPEX Healthcare Expo, will be held from September 24 to 26 at Chakolas Pavilion Event Centre in Kochi. The three-day healthcare business exhibition will bring together stakeholders from across the healthcare industry.
HOSPEX 2026 is expected to bring together doctors, hospital directors, healthcare professionals, medical administrators, healthcare entrepreneurs, medical device manufacturers, diagnostic companies, technology providers and other healthcare industry stakeholders.
This year’s HOSPEX 2026 will focus on the theme “Future of Healthcare”, with Digital, Devices, Diagnostics, Medical Tourism and Wellness forming the key areas of discussion and exhibition.
A major focus of HOSPEX 2026 will be the growing number of healthcare professionals looking at starting, expanding or upgrading their own healthcare facilities.
For doctors planning to establish a clinic, diagnostic centre or speciality facility, the process involves several decisions beyond clinical expertise, including medical equipment, laboratory solutions, hospital infrastructure, digital systems, procurement and facility management.
HOSPEX 2026 is expected to provide an opportunity for such professionals to interact directly with companies and experts involved in these areas.
“For many doctors, owning a clinic or building a healthcare facility is an important professional ambition.
HOSPEX provides an opportunity to explore the ecosystem, meet solution providers and understand the possibilities before taking that next step,” the organisers said.
The event will also be relevant to existing hospital groups and healthcare leaders looking at expansion, modernisation and adoption of new technologies.
Alongside the exhibition, HOSPEX 2026 will feature conferences, seminars and specialised workshops covering emerging developments in healthcare.
The programme includes the AI in Healthcare Conclave – 3rd Edition, which will examine the growing role of artificial intelligence in healthcare. Sessions will also focus on areas such as smart healthcare facilities, clinical laboratories, biomedical engineering, hospital procurement and medical tourism.
The organisers said the objective of HOSPEX 2026 is to create greater interaction between healthcare decision-makers and businesses providing products and services to the sector.
The expo will also provide a platform for healthcare startups and entrepreneurs to showcase solutions and explore partnerships, while hospitals and healthcare institutions can evaluate new products and services relevant to their operations.
HOSPEX 2026 Awards
The HOSPEX 2026 Awards will recognise individuals and organisations contributing to innovation and excellence across the healthcare sector.
Award categories include the HOSPEX Lifetime Achievement Award, Women Healthcare Entrepreneur Award, Healthcare Startup of the Year, Medical Technology Innovation Award, Smart Hospital Excellence Award, Excellence in Patient Experience Award, Healthcare Marketing Excellence Award, Healthcare Manufacturer of the Year and Budding Innovator Award, among others.
The event will also feature Medical Tourism Awards by Medical Tourism and Ayurveda Magazine, recognising achievements and contributions in the growing medical tourism and medical value travel ecosystem.
With healthcare increasingly expanding into areas such as digital health, advanced medical devices, diagnostics, wellness and medical tourism, the organisers believe that greater collaboration between healthcare professionals and industry will be important for the sector’s future growth.
Previous editions of HOSPEX 2026 have brought together thousands of healthcare professionals and industry participants, with the organisers reporting participation from more than 20 countries.
With its sixth edition, HOSPEX 2026 aims to strengthen Kochi’s position as a meeting point for healthcare professionals, businesses and innovators and provide a platform for those planning, building and shaping the next generation of healthcare facilities and services.
Entry is free for those who register before September 26. Registrations can be made at www.hospex.in.
