Alongside the exhibition, MEDICA runs free forums in the halls and paid conferences. The forums are included in your exhibition ticket and are a quick way to learn about new trends, regulation and technology.
| Forum | What it covers | Who it suits |
|---|---|---|
| MEDICA Innovation Forum (Hall 11) | Digital health, health IT, AI, new devices and start-up pitches. Took over the topics of the former Health IT Forum in 2025. | Product managers, IT teams, investors |
| MEDICA Tech Forum | Medical technology, regulation such as the EU MDR, patents, AI, 3D printing and global markets | Manufacturers, regulatory staff, distributors |
| MEDICA LABMED Forum | Laboratory medicine, diagnostics, lab management and AI in the lab | Lab professionals and buyers |
| MEDICA ECON Forum | Health economics, policy and how healthcare is funded | Hospital managers, policy makers |
| MEDICA Start-up Park | Young companies showing new products on a joint stand | Anyone looking for new ideas or partners |
The Innovation Forum is held in English. Check the language of each session in the programme.
Conferences
Some conferences, such as medical congresses held during the fair, need a separate or Premium ticket. The 2026 Premium Ticket includes selected conferences and masterclasses.
How to choose sessions
- Look at the online programme a week before the fair.
- Pick one or two sessions per day, no more. Your meetings come first.
- Regulatory sessions on the EU MDR are useful for anyone importing devices into Europe.
Talk to Tata Surgical about regulation
If you heard something at a forum about the EU MDR, sterile packing or traceability, bring your questions to Hall 10, Stand C32. Our team can explain how our instruments are documented and labelled.
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Browse our catalogue or send us your drawing. We reply with prices, lead time and shipping terms.
