New Delhi to host Medical Fair 2011 (HOSPIMedica India)

Medical Fair India 2011, formerly known as HOSPIMedica India, an international trade exhibition and conference on Diagnostics, Medical Equipment and Technology is to be held at Pragati Maidan here from March 25-27.

The event is jointly organized by Messe D?sseldorf, Germany and its Indian subsidiary Messe D?sseldorf India Pvt. Ltd.

Over 300 prestigious manufacturers of medical equipment & technology from over 10 countries, including France, Belgium, USA, China, SE Asia, Germany and India shall showcase their modern and most innovative range at the Medical sector?s biggest exhibition.

On display will be world-class Hospital Supplies, Surgical Items, Medical Disposables, Rehabilitation Aids, Diagnostics, Hospital Furniture, Radiology & Imaging Equipment, Physiotherapy Equipment, Critical care/Emergency Equipment, Disinfection & Waste Management Systems, Medical Software and Medical Publications.

This exhibition will enable Indian entrepreneurs to explore the immense potential of the Indian medical/healthcare sector and pave the way for mutually beneficial partnerships between Indian businessmen and the exhibitors, said organizers.

?This fair caters not only to traders and importers from the medial sector but also to medical professionals/doctors, surgeons, para-medical professionals, Hospital Administrators, Pathologists, Radiologists and Physiotherapists,? said an official spokesperson.

The Indian healthcare sector is expected to become a US$ 280 billion industry by 2020 with spending on health estimated to grow 14 per cent annually, according to a report by an industry body.

At present the sector is estimated to be around US$ 40 billion and will grow to US$ 78.6 billion by 2012, Better standard of living, improved education and increasing incidence of lifestyle diseases is triggering a higher demand for modern, quicker treatment methods and newer forms of therapy/diagnosis.

The increase in private sector hospitals is also fueling the demand for latest medical technology and equipment.