Lagos Set to Host West Africa Healthcare Expo in 2023

In a momentous announcement, Medic West Africa Exhibition and Conference organizers have revealed that Nigeria will be hosting the 2023 edition of this gathering, bringing together healthcare trade professionals from West Africa. Scheduled for September 26 to 28, 2023, this prestigious event will take place in the bustling city of Lagos.
Over 150 Companies and 4500 Healthcare Professionals Expected
Informa Markets, the driving force behind the event, has big plans for the 2023 West Africa Healthcare and Laboratory Expo. More than 150 companies are set to exhibit their offerings, and an impressive 4500 healthcare professionals from 32 countries will converge at the event.
Addressing the Growing Demand for Quality Healthcare Services
Tom Coleman, the Exhibition Director at Medic West Africa, emphasized the increasing demand for top-notch healthcare services in West and Central Africa. This demand arises from the region’s rapidly expanding population. He pointed out that governments have invested significantly in healthcare infrastructure and access to medical facilities.
Medic West Africa Marks Its 10th Anniversary and Launches Medlab West Africa
As part of its 10th-anniversary celebrations, Medic West Africa is joining forces with the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN) to introduce Medlab West Africa. This groundbreaking event is supported by trade associations, government agencies, and industry partners.
Coleman shared his enthusiasm for this development, stating, “Medlab West Africa will be the region’s largest multi-disciplinary laboratory congress and exhibition, fostering connections within the medical laboratory community. It is set to shape the future of the laboratory industry in West Africa.”
A Premier Healthcare Conference with Global Impact
Medic West Africa’s reputation as a global event brand is well-deserved. The 2022 edition drew 3,260 healthcare professionals from 84 countries and facilitated business deals worth $30 million. The 2023 event aims to provide a platform for leaders to discuss and shape the future of healthcare in the region.
Diverse Agenda for 2023 Event
The event’s agenda includes clinical and lab conferences, healthcare business seminars, a healthcare leadership conference, and a special women-in-healthcare luncheon.
MLSCN’s Commitment to Quality Healthcare Services
Dr. Tosan Erhabor, Registrar/Chief Executive of the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN), highlighted the council’s dedication to enhancing health laboratory systems and professional practice to ensure quality services. MLSCN is collaborating with Medic West Africa to launch Medlabas, a platform aimed at promoting accurate medical laboratory test results and fostering dialogue within the industry. This initiative is set to enrich the scientific program of the conference.
In summary, Lagos is gearing up to host the West Africa Healthcare Expo in 2023, promising a vibrant convergence of healthcare professionals, industry leaders, and cutting-edge innovations that will shape the future of healthcare in the region. With a diverse and exciting agenda, this event is set to make a lasting impact on the healthcare landscape of West Africa.