The organiser of the Qatar International Medical Devices & Healthcare Exhibition and Conference (QMED 2026), Sogha Exhibitions & Conferences, has announced that Alfardan Medical with Northwestern Medicine has joined the event as a Gold Sponsor for its third edition, following the signing of a sponsorship agreement between the two parties.
The third edition of QMED 2026 will take place from October 14 to 16 at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC), under the official patronage of the Ministry of Public Health, with broad participation from healthcare institutions, medical and technology companies, manufacturers, suppliers, and decision-makers from Qatar and around the world.
Alfardan Medical with Northwestern Medicine’s sponsorship reflects its commitment to supporting the continued development of Qatar’s healthcare ecosystem, strengthening collaboration between healthcare institutions, the private healthcare sector, and leading international companies, while also highlighting its latest healthcare services, solutions, and technologies that contribute to enhancing the patient experience and the quality of care.
Omar Alfardan, president of Alfardan Corporation, said: “We are pleased to support QMED 2026 as a platform that brings together healthcare leaders, innovators, and industry partners to advance collaboration and contribute to the continued development of Qatar’s healthcare sector. We believe initiatives such as QMED play an important role in fostering innovation, strengthening strategic partnerships, and supporting Qatar’s vision for a world-class healthcare ecosystem.”
Dr Abdulla al-Ansari, chief executive officer of Alfardan Medical with Northwestern Medicine, said: “We are proud to join QMED 2026 as a Gold Sponsor and view the event as an important platform that brings together leading healthcare institutions, specialised companies, experts, and decision-makers, creating meaningful opportunities to exchange knowledge and explore collaboration and innovation across the healthcare sector. Our participation reflects our belief in the importance of supporting initiatives that contribute to the development of Qatar’s healthcare ecosystem and strengthen the country’s position as a regional hub for advanced healthcare.”
Khalifa bin Salman al-Muhannadi, chairman of the Organising Committee of QMED 2026, said: “We are pleased to welcome Alfardan Medical with Northwestern Medicine to QMED 2026 as a Gold Sponsor, and we greatly appreciate their confidence in the exhibition and its objectives. This partnership represents a valuable addition to the event, given the institution’s prominent position and the advanced model of healthcare it represents in Qatar.”
The third edition of QMED 2026 is expected to feature approximately 150 companies and institutions from Qatar and around the world, alongside international pavilions representing a number of global markets, a specialised scientific conference, workshops, and accompanying activities bringing together leading experts, specialists, and decision-makers from the healthcare sector.
The exhibition will cover a wide range of key sectors shaping the future of healthcare, including medical devices and supplies, healthcare equipment, diagnostics and laboratories, pharmaceuticals and biotechnology, digital health and artificial intelligence, medical education and training, medical tourism and wellness, healthcare logistics and supply chains, as well as other related fields.
