Robotics, biotechnology at heart of Medical Fair
The Medical Fair Thailand 2017 returns to the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre from September 6 to 8 and this year, the spotlight will be firmly on robotics and biomedical engineering.
With the increasing use of robotic surgery, 3D printing, implantable devices, use of automation and artificial intelligence in clinical settings and other digital innovations for prevention, monitoring, and treatment across Southeast Asia, the fair will showcase some of the most innovative products and trending solutions.
Another focus will be Rehabilitative Care and Connected Care in line with the needs of today’s highest healthcare spenders – the ageing population.
Eighteen national pavilions with first-time official country representations from Canada, India, European Union, Russia and the Netherlands will be present at the fair. The presence of the European Union Business Avenues Pavilion with 50 companies especially reflects the increased interest of international market players in Southeast Asia’s medical industry.
Others highlights include:
>> The 3rd Advanced Rehab Technology Conference (ARTeC), which will take place from September 6-7, with topics centred on technological solutions for the ageing population. Speakers from leading institutions such as MIT and Fujita Health University will discuss robotic rehabilitation, sarcopenia in the elderly, neurorehabilitation and others.
>> A seminar on the importance of biomedical engineering as a Thai professional qualification: Organised by the Thai Association for Medical Instrumentation, it will bring together speakers from related agencies to explain BME professional qualifications and standards.
Other seminars are: “Digital Imaging in Radiology and Patient Safety” by the Radiological Society of Thailand, “CIO Forum” by the Thai Medical Informatics Association, and the “Interinstitute Conference” by the Thai Gynecologic Cancer Society.
The Taiwan Medical Device Business Matchmaking event organised by the Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Industries Promotion Office under the Ministry of Economic Affair of Taiwan, and the Taiwan Medical and Biotech Industry Association, will allow visitors to explore business opportunities and develop partnerships across Taiwan’s medical device industry.
Find out more at t www.MedicalFair-Thailand.com.
