Healthcare Innovation Show 2026: what to expect

The Healthcare Innovation Show (HIS)has established itself as Latin America’s most relevant event for technology, innovation and digital transformation in healthcare. Organized by Informa Markets, the same promoter behind the Hospitalar trade fair and Saúde Business Fórum, HIS brings together decision-makers, influencers, suppliers, startups and healthcare institutions for two days of technical content, solution demos, networking and business generation.

Here is everything about the 2026 edition of the event.

When and where will it take place?

HIS 2026 is scheduled for September 16 and 17, 2026, with activities from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., at the São Paulo Expo Exhibition & Convention Center, in the city of São Paulo.

São Paulo Expo is one of the largest convention centers in the country, strategically positioned to host large events, with complete infrastructure for exhibitions, conferences and technology demonstrations.

Target audience and reach

Aimed at healthcare professionals, hospital managers , technology directors, health plan executives, investors and digital health entrepreneurs, HIS is a meeting point for multiple players across the healthcare value chain.

The event is focused on a professional audience; admission is not free and requires purchasing a ticket in one of the available categories.

What to expect from HIS 2026

1. Technical content and program

HIS 2026 offers a broad, up‑to‑date program that includes:

• conference stages and panels on the central themes of digital transformation in healthcare;

• hands-on demonstrations of technology solutions, presented by suppliers and specialists;

• discussions of success stories, focused on the real-world application of technologies in care settings;

• presentations by startups and innovation ecosystems that contribute to the sector’s evolution.

The program is designed to provide technical learning and strategic inspiration, aligning market trends with participants’ experience.

2. Solutions exhibition and networking

The HIS exhibition area brings together more than 100 national and international brands, with demonstrations of:

• digital technologies;

• clinical and management software;

• artificial intelligence and data analytics solutions;

• connectivity and interoperability platforms;

• innovative equipment for hospitals and healthcare services.

This environment is a strategic showcase for suppliers and a unique opportunity for healthcare institutions to evaluate solutions against technical and return‑on‑investment criteria.

3. Cases, trends and impact on the sector

HIS 2026 also features discussions focused on digital transformation initiatives that are already affecting patient care and institutional management. In previous editions, topics such as the use of contextual AI, data integration and telemedicine reinforced the importance of bringing technology and clinical care together.

These debates help organizations update their view of the future of care and healthcare services in Brazil and Latin America.

Participation formats

There are different ticket categories for different profiles:

• Executive Pass: premium access with complete experiences;

• Conference delegate: participation in technical sessions and content;

• Visitor: access to the exhibition area and networking.

Each category offers different levels of access to the event’s content and areas.

Why HIS is strategic for healthcare managers

The Healthcare Innovation Show stands out for:

• connecting leaders and influencers in the digital health ecosystem;

• integrating innovation and real‑world practice through applied demonstrations and success stories;

• promoting qualified networking among institutions, suppliers and investors;

• serving as a barometer of technology trends, with a direct impact on decision-making and investment planning.

For hospital managers, CIOs, CTOs and healthcare technology professionals, HIS represents an opportunity for strategic and competitive updating, essential in a market increasingly driven by data, efficiency and patient‑centered care.

Conclusion

The Healthcare Innovation Show 2026 remains the leading event for innovation, technology and transformation in Latin America’s healthcare sector, combining high-value content, hands-on demonstrations and business opportunities.

Participation by managers, technology professionals and institutional leaders in HIS is a strategic opportunity to anticipate trends, evaluate solutions and boost the competitiveness of healthcare organizations in a constantly evolving market.

Rivio will be at HIS to showcase its innovative solutions based on artificial intelligence. Events like this show that healthcare is moving toward models increasingly driven by data, efficiency and analytical intelligence. In this context, AI solutions applied to hospital management, auditing and the revenue cycle take center stage.