Trust, Intelligence and Agility: Re-engineering APAC Health Systems in the AI Era
APAC health systems are under pressure from every direction: rising costs, workforce shortages, growing chronic disease burdens, and accelerating expectations for digital transformation. Artificial intelligence holds enormous promise, but real progress depends on more than experimentation. It requires trusted governance, practical intelligence, and the organizational agility to adapt at scale.
HIMSS26 APAC brings together healthcare leaders, government voices, clinicians, innovators, and technology partners from across the region to explore how health systems can move from AI ambition to evidence-based action. Held in Singapore and co-hosted by SingHealth, the conference is designed for decision-makers who are ready to build stronger digital foundations, scale responsible innovation, and shape the future of healthcare in APAC.
Why attend?
At HIMSS26 APAC, attendees will gain practical insight into the strategies, technologies, and leadership approaches shaping the next era of healthcare transformation.
Build Trust in AI
Learn how healthcare organizations establish trust and enable scalable AI adoption through governance, privacy, transparency, and responsible implementation.
Lead Through Transformation
See how leading health systems are building the agility to adapt, scale innovation, and navigate continuous technological and operational change.
Turn Insight Into Action
Gain regionally relevant insight from APAC case studies, policy discussions, and health system leaders.
Connect Where It Matters
Engage with peers, partners, and decision-makers shaping digital health across hospitals, health systems, ministries, and industry.
What Makes HIMSS26 APAC Different
HIMSS26 APAC is built around the realities facing healthcare leaders in this region. The event combines evidence-based frameworks, peer-led insights, and regional perspectives to help attendees take action with greater confidence.
Highlights include:
A regional focus on trust, intelligence, and agility in the AI era.
APAC-specific digital transformation narratives and market context.
Thought leadership informed by HIMSS research, advisory services, and global digital maturity expertise.
A strong regional partnership with SingHealth and participation from public health leaders.
Meaningful networking with healthcare executives, policymakers, innovators, and solution providers.
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Join the region’s most important conversation on digital health transformation and AI. Register for HIMSS26 APAC and help shape what comes next.
HIMSS26 APAC is designed for:
Hospital Clinicians
For Healthcare Providers
Learn how digital health can enhance clinical decision-making, reduce complexity, and improve outcomes across care settings.
Healthcare Executives
For Leaders
Discover how leading organizations are translating digital strategy into measurable transformation across systems and operations.
Innovators & Tech Experts
For the Trailblazers
Experience how technology is accelerating healthcare transformation through scalable, interoperable, and data-driven solutions.
Public Sector and Policy Makers
For Government
Navigate the policies and governance shaping innovation and advancing coordinated, resilient healthcare systems.
What to Expect
Attendees can expect a dynamic program experience that includes:
Visionary keynote sessions from healthcare and digital transformation leaders.
Executive panels focused on strategy, policy, and implementation.
Health system case studies from across APAC and beyond.
Discussions grounded in evidence, digital maturity, and practical transformation frameworks.
Opportunities to engage with peers on shared challenges and scalable solutions.
Explore the program and see how HIMSS26 APAC will help you move from AI possibility to practical progress.
Explore Our Three Themes
Trust
Building confidence in AI starts with governance, transparency, privacy, and accountability. Sessions in this theme will explore the organizational and regulatory foundations required to scale AI responsibly across healthcare.
Topics include:
AI governance and responsible implementation.
Privacy, consent, and data protection readiness.
Bias, transparency, and explainability in clinical AI.
Trust as a prerequisite for executive buy-in and enterprise adoption.
Intelligence
AI is only as effective as the systems and data that support it. This theme focuses on how health systems can strengthen digital foundations, improve interoperability, and move from fragmented data to meaningful, actionable insight.
Topics may include:
Digital health maturity in the AI era.
Data platforms, interoperability, identity, and security.
Clinical decision support and predictive analytics.
Operational intelligence for efficiency, resource planning, and care delivery.
Agility
Health systems need more than new tools. They need the capacity to adapt continuously. This theme will examine what it takes to build resilient, intelligent organizations that can evolve at the speed of healthcare and technology.
Located in the heart of the city, the Sands Expo and Convention Centre is 20 minutes from Changi Airport and within walking distance of leading cultural and leisure attractions.
23 August 2026, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Marina Bay Sands Convention Center, Orchid, Level 4 (Paid add-on)
The HIMSS26 APAC AI CXO Summit is a strategic one-day executive programme held as part of the HIMSS26 APAC Health Conference & Exhibition in Singapore.
The Summit will convene senior healthcare leaders, government representatives, policymakers, clinicians, technology leaders, and innovators from across the Asia-Pacific region to explore the evolving role of Artificial Intelligence in transforming healthcare delivery and health systems.
Through keynote sessions, curated panel discussions, and leadership dialogues, the Summit will examine emerging developments, policy considerations, implementation challenges, governance frameworks, and real-world use cases shaping AI adoption across APAC and globally.
Key focus areas include:
the evolving strategic role of AI in shaping the future of healthcare
the shift from traditional ROI thinking to broader measures of value, including clinical outcomes, patient experience, and system-wide impact
the practical application and scaling of AI across clinical, operational, and enterprise workflows within healthcare organisations
the importance of AI leadership, governance, and workforce readiness
The Summit aims to provide healthcare CXOs and decision-makers with:
regionally relevant insights into AI trends, governance, and policy
practical lessons from real-world implementations and deployments, designed to support resilient, intelligent, and digitally enabled health systems
opportunities for cross-border collaboration and knowledge exchange
a shared regional perspective on responsible, scalable, and sustainable AI adoption in healthcare
HIMSS AI in Action Challenge
23 August 2026, 2:00 pm – 3:30pm Marina Bay Sands Convention Center, Orchid, Level 4 (As part of the CXO AI Summit)
The AI in Action Challenge is a rapid‑fire showcase for technology, healthcare vendors and providers to present real, deployable AI solutions that are already in pilot or ready for implementation. The challenge spotlights practical AI adoption in healthcare, focusing on feasibility, impact, and scalability - not concepts or research alone. A panel of senior healthcare, technology, clinical, and investment leaders will form the judging panel.Â
Challenge Format
One representative per company (senior product, business, or technical lead)
10-minute rapid fire product demo and Q&A
Willingness to participate in awards and post event visibility
Award presentation will take place during the main conference on Monday, 24 August, 2026
HIMSS26 APAC Networking Night
23 August 2026, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Marina Bay Sands Convention Center, Garden Walk 3, Level 4 Foyer (Paid add-on)
The HIMSS26 APAC Networking Evening will take place at the iconic Garden Walkway Foyer at Marina Bay Sands, offering guests panoramic views of the Singapore skyline, Marina Bay, and the city’s renowned nightly laser light spectacle.
Bringing together some of the most influential leaders and decision-makers across the healthcare ecosystem, the evening is designed as a relaxed yet high-level networking experience for healthcare providers, government representatives, policymakers, technology leaders, innovators, and industry partners from across the Asia-Pacific region and beyond.
The Networking Evening reflects the spirit of HIMSS26 APAC by bringing together the people, partnerships, and conversations shaping the future of healthcare transformation across the region.
Hospital Visits
26 August 2026, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Marina Bay Sands Convention Center Meeting Point (Paid add-on)
The Hospital Visit Programme at HIMSS26 APAC offers delegates a unique opportunity to experience firsthand the digital transformation journeys of some of Singapore’s leading healthcare institutions.
Designed to serve a dual purpose, the programme recognises hospitals that have demonstrated strong leadership and digital maturity, while also providing valuable learning opportunities for healthcare providers and policymakers seeking insights and inspiration for their own transformation efforts.
Participating hospitals are carefully selected based on their achievements, innovation, and contributions to advancing digitally enabled healthcare delivery across areas such as patient care, operational excellence, interoperability, smart hospital initiatives, and AI-enabled healthcare solutions.
Each visit will provide delegates with the opportunity to better understand how technology, governance, workflows, and culture come together to support healthcare transformation at scale.
Visit capacities are intentionally kept limited to minimise disruption to hospital operations, The Hospital Visit Programme will be open only to international delegates representing healthcare provider organisations or government agencies.
Further details on participating hospitals, showcase focus areas, and visit schedules will be made available closer to the event date.Â
Delegates who have secured a Hospital Visit pass will be contacted directly with additional information and allocation details as the conference approaches.
HIMSS26 APAC provides a unique opportunity to engage with the executives, clinicians, policymakers, and technology decision-makers who are strengthening digital health foundations and preparing their organizations for a rapidly changing health tech landscape.
Held in Singapore and co-hosted with SingHealth, HIMSS26 APAC is designed for organizations looking to build relationships, elevate thought leadership, generate qualified opportunities, and demonstrate measurable impact across the region.
Sponsorship and Exhibition Opportunities
Sponsorship and exhibition packages can be tailored to support your business objectives. whether your goal is thought leadership, lead generation, executive engagement, brand awareness, or product demonstration.
Why Sponsor HIMSS26 APAC?
Connect with Key Decision-Makers
Engage directly with healthcare executives, government representatives, clinical leaders, digital health strategists, and technology buyers from across APAC. HIMSS26 APAC attracts professionals responsible for shaping digital health priorities and investment decisions within their organizations.
Increase Brand Visibility
Position your organization alongside one of healthcare's most recognized global brands. Sponsorship opportunities are designed to maximize visibility before, during, and after the event through onsite experiences, digital promotion, content opportunities, and audience engagement.
Showcase Innovation
Demonstrate how your solutions address the challenges healthcare organizations are facing today, including AI adoption, cybersecurity, interoperability, workforce transformation, data strategy, and operational efficiency.
Build Value Partnerships
Participate in valuable conversations through exclusive opportunities designed to engage attendees, including networking events, executive experiences, educational programming, and curated sponsorship activations.
Who You'll Reach
HIMSS26 APAC is expected to attract a diverse audience of healthcare leaders from across the Asia-Pacific region, including:
CIOs, CMIOs, CTOs, CDOs, and CISOs
Government health agencies and policymakers
Clinical and operational leaders
Healthcare technology partners
Interested in sponsoring HIMSS26 APAC?
For sponsorship opportunities, package information, or custom partnership discussions, contact Shereen Woon. Or complete the form below and a member of our team will be in touch.
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Registration
The next chapter of health is already in motion.
HIMSS26 APAC is designed for leaders navigating the next era of AI in healthcare. Whether you are shaping strategy, advancing digital transformation, or delivering care, this is where trust, intelligence, and agility take form.
*Hospital visits are only open to international HCP.
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One of the world’s most connected cities awaits.
Bold ideas deserve a world-class destination. From breakthrough innovation to unforgettable cultural experiences, Singapore offers the perfect backdrop for HIMSS26 APAC.
Co-hosted with SingHealth, HIMSS26 APAC Conference & Exhibition brings together healthcare leaders, policymakers, clinicians, innovators, and technology partners from across the region to explore how AI, digital maturity, and health system transformation can move from ambition to action.
Accommodation
Attendees are encouraged to stay near Marina Bay for convenient access to the conference venue, networking events, dining, and entertainment.
VISAS: Visa requirements for traveling to Singapore are determined by factors such as your nationality, duration of stay, and purpose of visit. For detailed information and to check your specific visa needs, please refer to the official Immigration and Checkpoint Authority (ICA) website.
Singapore Arrival Card (SGAC): All travellers are required to submit their Singapore Arrival Card (SGAC) before arriving in Singapore. Submission of SGAC is free and can be done via the SGAC e-Service or MyICA Mobile app. Please refer to SGAC with Electronic Health Declaration for more information.
About the Venue
Event Details Dates: August 23–25, 2026 Location: Sands Expo & Convention Centre City: Singapore
The Sands Expo & Convention Centre is within walking distance of some of Singapore’s most iconic attractions, shopping districts, restaurants, and waterfront experiences.
Singapore’s transportation system is clean, safe, and highly efficient.
Attendees can travel throughout the city using MRT (Mass Rapid Transit), Public buses, Taxis and rideshare apps, and Walking paths throughout Marina Bay.
Singapore is one of the world’s leading hubs for healthcare innovation, technology, and global business. With its modern infrastructure, efficient transportation, multicultural environment, and reputation for safety and hospitality, the city offers an exceptional experience for international attendees.
Whether you are extending your stay for networking, exploration, or relaxation, Singapore delivers a seamless balance of business and leisure.
Sights Near the Venue
Marina Bay
Home to the conference venue, Marina Bay offers waterfront dining, luxury shopping, rooftop views, and some of Singapore’s most recognizable landmarks.
Singapore is home to some of the world’s most unique wildlife attractions, offering immersive experiences that are popular with both visitors and locals.
The Night Safari remains one of Singapore’s signature experiences, allowing guests to explore nocturnal wildlife habitats after dark in an open-air environment unlike traditional zoos.
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Singapore River and the Quays
The three quays each bring their own atmosphere and are connected by scenic waterfront walking paths, restaurants, bars, cafes, and entertainment venues.
Running through the heart of the city, the Singapore River connects some of Singapore’s most vibrant dining, nightlife, and cultural districts. Just minutes from Marina Bay, the riverfront offers an easy way for HIMSS26 APAC attendees to unwind after conference sessions while experiencing a different side of the city.
Clarke Quay
Boat Quay
Robertson Quay
Explore a multitude of activities to pique your interest along the Singapore River.
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Culture and Neighborhoods
Singapore’s neighborhoods each offer distinct experiences, from heritage districts to vibrant culinary scenes.
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