WHX Miami 2026 (formerly FIME): the largest health expo in the Americas gets a new name

If you know FIME (Florida International Medical Expo), get ready for a change: after more than 30 years, the largest medical trade show in the Americas has a new name. WHX Miami — World Health Expo is FIME's evolution, with a broader scope and global ambition. But the essence remains the same: it's the meeting point between the US and Latin American healthcare markets.

Key facts

From FIME to WHX: what changed

FIME operated since 1991 as the premier medical device and health technology trade show in the USA-LATAM corridor. The rebrand to World Health Expo reflects three important shifts:

1. Expanded global reach: No longer just USA-LATAM. WHX aims to attract exhibitors and buyers from Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
2. Beyond devices: The new format includes digital health, biotechnology, nutrition, sustainability, and startups — not just traditional medical equipment.
3. Robust content program: Professional forums on FDA regulations, AI in medical devices, smart hospitals, and commercialization of innovative products.

What you'll find at WHX Miami 2026

Exhibition zones

Business & Innovation Health Hub

A dedicated space for strategic networking with VIP matchmaking sessions. Ideal for LATAM companies seeking US distributors or vice versa.

Xcelerate: the startup zone

New in the WHX format, Xcelerate is an accelerator within the expo where healthtech startups present their products to investors and buyers. If you have an innovative digital health solution, this is the stage.

Charity Zone

A dedicated space for organizations working on healthcare access in underserved communities.

Why WHX Miami matters for LATAM

Miami as a bridge

Miami isn't just a city — it's the logistics and commercial hub connecting the United States with Latin America. Over 500 million potential consumers are within reach from this point. For Latin American healthtech companies, WHX is the gateway to the US market. For global companies, it's the most efficient way to reach LATAM.

Regulation and commercialization

WHX 2026 forums include sessions on:

• FDA regulation for medical devices — critical if you plan to sell in the US
• Commercialization strategies for innovative products in the USA-LATAM corridor
• AI in medical devices — regulatory framework and use cases

The numbers speak

Who should attend?

• Medical equipment manufacturers and distributors looking to expand across the Americas
• Healthtech and digital health companies looking to enter the US or LATAM market
• Startups seeking visibility, investors, or distribution channels (Xcelerate zone)
• Hospital buyers who need to evaluate suppliers and technology in one place
• Regulatory affairs professionals who need to understand FDA and LATAM regulations

Registration

• Visitor registration: Available at the official WHX Miami website
• Apply for exhibition booth: Exhibitor form

Connection to the 2026 event season

WHX Miami closes a 7-week window that includes the three most important health events for LATAM professionals:

1. JPR 2026 — São Paulo, April 30 – May 3
2. ICR 2026 — Cartagena, May 14 – 16
3. WHX Miami — June 17 – 19

Three cities, three different approaches, one shared mission: accelerating the digital transformation of healthcare in Latin America.

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Attending WHX Miami 2026? Write to us at hola@davix.health and let's set up a meeting during the expo.