Manufacturers unveil advanced tech to transform healthcare delivery

Manufacturers of healthcare machines have unveiled advanced technologies to transform healthcare delivery in the West African region.

The manufacturers unveiled the machines at the recent Medic West Africa exhibition and conference. Among the technologies exhibited at the conference were state-of-the-art imaging and diagnostics, laboratory equipment, IT systems and solutions, healthcare infrastructure and assets, disposables and consumer goods, pharmaceuticals and supplements, and medical equipment and instruments, among many others.

“I think it is very important that these technologies needed to upgrade our health industry and provide international-standard healthcare are brought to our doorstep,” said Noimot Salako-Oyedele, Ogun State deputy governor in a statement.

“I welcome Medic West Africa as a platform for key stakeholders to explore what is needed for our facilities and learn more about the newest innovations in healthcare,” she said.

“Having had conversations with exhibitors present and received assurance from the manufacturers of their understanding of local context and needs, I am happy with what I have witnessed at Medic West Africa,” she added.

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Also speaking, Amogh Wadwalkar, Medic West Africa’s exhibition manager, expressed satisfaction of the conference’s growth, continuity of legacy, and impact.

“Ten years ago, Medic West Africa began as a platform to showcase the latest innovations in healthcare technology to industry players for the advancement of regional health infrastructures.”

“Now, it has grown to not only be a peerless exhibition platform but a place of discourse concerning topical issues challenging the healthcare industry.”

He noted that this year marks its 9th edition and continued mission as the premier healthcare trade event and the largest gathering of healthcare trade professionals in the region.

“We have welcomed thousands of visitors during the past three days to not only explore the newest healthcare technologies but also to build relationships for the sustainable growth of the sector. By inviting and connecting all parties in the health ecosystem, we have facilitated a platform to unearth solutions for the greatest challenges affecting the industry and our communities.”

Other technologies unveiled at the conference are; the revolutionary high-V MRI platform by Siemens Healthineers, and Magnetom Free.