Luxe Dental Hosts Conference to Combat Medical Tourism

The Business of Health 2026 conference is set to take place on October 17, 2026, in Lagos, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The event, organized by Luxe Dental and Smile Doctor Foundation, aims to reverse medical tourism and position Nigeria as a hub for high-quality healthcare.

The conference will convene over 350 healthcare professionals, investors, entrepreneurs, and business leaders, both in person and online, under the theme: "Reversing Medical Tourism: Building the Infrastructure That Brings the World to Nigeria for Care." Notable speakers include Professor Folasade Ogunsola, the first female Vice Chancellor of the University of Lagos, and other prominent figures in the healthcare sector. The conference will focus on practical steps to develop a healthcare ecosystem that retains Nigerian patients and attracts international markets, addressing issues like infrastructure, financing, and talent migration.

The organizers emphasize the need to shift the conversation from deficiencies to building a robust healthcare system that fosters innovation and investment.