GLOBAL law firm Dentons joined Longwood Healthcare Systems Consulting (Longwood) in addressing a gathering of industry specialists at the Architects Congress at the recent Hospital Build and Infrastructure Middle East Exhibition which took place in Dubai, UAE, in June.

The discussion explored future-proofing the healthcare industry across the region and focused on the development of infrastructure through clinical findings, education and research models, in particular examining the benefits and challenges of public private partnerships (PPP).

Covering the full sphere of healthcare design, construction, innovation and management solutions, the exhibition brought together local and international leaders to share perspectives on current and future projects.

The Architects Congress, now in its third year and a central feature at the exhibition, focused on the challenges facing experts tasked with building healthcare facilities needed to meet the rising demand across the region.

Healthcare is a growing market across the region, one that is expected to reach $125 billion by 2015.