Connect with the professionals driving wellness delivery across Ireland. The Wellness Summit unites healthcare practitioners, wellness providers, corporate wellbeing leaders and innovators to address key challenges, showcase solutions and forge partnerships that enhance outcomes and support sector growth.
Major
Partner:
BTL Industries is a global leader in medical technologies, with offices in more than 90 countries worldwide. We push beyond technological limits and set new industry standards. Our innovations drive medicine forward—empowering professionals with game-changing tools and giving patients access to treatments once thought impossible.
“There’s real value in the networking at the Wellness Summit. It brings together the right people and creates space for conversations that turn into action.”
— Tanya King, CEO | Peamount Healthcare
About the Summit
Taking place at Dublin's iconic Light House Cinema on 9 September 2026, the Wellness Summit brings together leading voices from healthcare, policy, technology and innovation to explore the future of wellbeing in Ireland.
With a focus on rehabilitation, prevention and digital transformation, the Summit will showcase practical, scalable approaches that improve health outcomes, enhance quality of life and support the delivery of more integrated, person-centred care. Through expert-led discussions, real-world case studies and meaningful cross-sector collaboration, attendees will gain valuable insights into the innovations and partnerships shaping the next generation of wellness services.
The event is designed to spark new ideas, foster strategic connections and accelerate the adoption of solutions that contribute to a more connected, preventative and future-ready wellness ecosystem.
From a business development perspective (B2B), the Summit offers a unique opportunity to engage and network with a highly influential audience, including Clinicians, GPs, Consultants, Primary Care Practitioners, Wellness Providers, Women's Health Specialists, Mental Health Professionals, Corporate Wellness Leaders and Allied Healthcare Professionals. These stakeholders play a critical role in shaping patient pathways, influencing referrals and driving the adoption of new health and wellness solutions.
Your Agenda
08.00
Registration & Networking
09.00
Welcome:
Summit Chair: Danielle Barron, Freelance Health Journalist
09.15
Ministerial Address:
Jennifer Murane O’Connor TD., Minister of State at the Department of Health with special responsibility for Public Health, Well Being and the National Drugs Strategy
09.30
Keynote Address:
Dr Harry Barry, Author and Medical Doctor
Session 1
Rehabilitation Reimagined: Technology Empowered Rehabilitation and Recovery
Chair: Danielle Barron
10.00
Camilla Marks, Co-Founder, ParenTalk
Working Parents, Workplace Performance:
Why Specialist Parent Support is a Workforce Investment
10.15
Dr Johnson McEvoy PhD. Chartered Physiotherapist
10.30
Ronan Langan, Neuro Physiotherapist, DCU Exoskeleton Programme
10.45
Dr Louise Fitzgerald, General Practitioner, Grafton Medical
11.00
Panel Discussion | Session 1
Chair: Danielle Barron, Camilla Marks, Dr Johnson McEvoy, Ronan Langan, Dr Louise Fitzgerald
11.20
Morning Coffee
Session 2
The Future of Care:
Innovation, Integration & Human Centered Design
Chair: Danielle Barron
11.50
Olivia Farrelly, Founder, Alcohol Free Coach, Mentor and Host of the No More Booze Podcast
12.05
Avril Flynn LLB Bsc RM, Operations Manager and Women’s Health Expert, BTL
12.20
Martin Plachý, Chairman of the Board, ROYAL SPA, Medical Spa Hotels and Resorts
12.35
Speaker TBC
12.50
Panel Discussion | Session 2
Chair: Danielle Barron, Olivia Farrelly, Andrew Shanahan, Avril Flynn LLB Bsc RM, Martin Plachý, Speaker TBC
13.00
Lunch
14.10
Speaker (TBC)
Session 3
Prevention First:
Interventional Screening:
Building a Healthy Ireland Through Early Action
Chair: Danielle Barron
14.20
Speaker TBC
14.35
Dr Jack Rua O'Neill, Founder. Rua Laboratories
Dr Ryan Stewart, Senior Technical Officer UCD
14.50
Prof Donal O’Shea, Consultant Endocrinologist at
St Vincent's University Hospital (TBC)
15.05
Dr Mary Collins
Chartered Psychologist, Author and Senior Practitioner Coach (EMCC) RSCI
15.20
Panel Discussion | Session 3
Chair: Danielle Barron,Speaker TBC, Dr Jack Rua O'Neill PhD , Dr Ryan Stewart PhD, Prof Donal O’Shea, Dr Mary Collins
15.55
Closing Remarks
Danielle Barron
16.10
Conference Close
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Finding the
Light House Cinema.
Address:
Light House Cinema
Market Square, Smithfield
Dublin 7, D07 R6YE
Phone:
+353 (1) 872 8006
Summit Speakers
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Danielle Barron
Summit Chair
Freelance Medical Journalist -
Jennifer Murnane O'Connor
Minister of State at the Department of Health with special responsibility for Public Health, Wellbeing and the National Drugs Strategy
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Dr Harry Barry
Irish Medical Doctor | Mental Health Expert | Bestselling Author
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Avril Flynn LLB Bsc RM
Operations Manager and Women’s Health Expert | BTL
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Camilla Marks
Co- Founder & CEO
ParenTalk -
Sharon Fennelly
Co-Founder & Head of Parent Wellbeing
ParenTalk -
Dr Mary Collins
Chartered Psychologist | Author | Speaker and Senior Leadership Coach | RCSI
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Dr Johnson McEvoy DPT
Chartered Physiotherapist
and Researcher -
Martin Plachý
Chairman of the Board | ROYAL SPA
Medical Spa Hotels and Resorts -
Dr Louise Fitzgerald
General Practitioner
Grafton Medical -
Dr Jack Rua O'Neill
Founder
Rua Laboratories -
Dr Ryan Stewart
Senior Technical Officer
University College Dublin -
Olivia Farrelly
Alcohol Free Coach | Mentor
Host of No More Booze Podcast -
Ronan Langan
Neuro Physiotherapist | DCU Exoskeleton Programme
Summit
Partners
We’re proud to work alongside organisations who share our commitment to wellbeing, fresh thinking and positive change. The Wellness Summit simply wouldn’t happen without their support, insight and genuine partnership. We’re very grateful to each of our partners for playing their part in bringing this vision to life.
BTL Industries is a global leader in medical technologies, with offices in more than 90 countries worldwide. We push beyond technological limits and set new industry standards. Our innovations drive medicine forward—empowering professionals with game-changing tools and giving patients access to treatments once thought impossible.
Parentalk is an Irish platform supporting parents and families through clear, accessible information. Working with healthcare, education, and public sector partners, it delivers guidance on parenting, child development, and wellbeing, helping families navigate challenges and connect with services while promoting positive outcomes for children and communities across Ireland.
MedFind Solutions is an Irish pharmaceutical supplier specialising in the procurement and distribution of exempt medicinal products and licensed medicines. Established and headquartered in Ireland, the company works with healthcare partners to ensure patients receive the right medicine at the right time, supported by an experienced team with deep industry expertise.
Medica is a leading provider of diagnostic imaging and healthcare services, delivering innovative radiology, teleradiology, and patient-focused solutions across Ireland and the UK. With a commitment to clinical excellence, advanced technology, and outstanding patient care, Medica supports healthcare professionals with high-quality diagnostic services while improving access to vital healthcare for communities every day.
Hello GoodLife Ireland is a pioneering health and wellbeing organisation dedicated to creating healthier, happier, and more connected communities through inclusive fitness and wellness solutions. Through its network of community-based wellbeing hubs and innovative power-assisted exercise technology, Hello GoodLife empowers people of all ages and abilities to improve their physical, mental, and social wellbeing in a supportive and accessible environment.
Helium Arts is a national charity in Ireland that supports children and teenagers aged 6-16 with lifelong physical health conditions, such as diabetes, epilepsy, and spina bifida. They offer free creative workshops in community venues, hospitals, and online, providing a safe and inclusive environment for young people to explore their creativity and build confidence. The workshops are led by professional artists and supported by medical staff, aiming to improve the well-being of these young individuals and reduce feelings of isolation and stigma associated with their conditions.
Institute of Eye Surgery (IOES) is one of Ireland’s leading providers of ophthalmic care, offering expert diagnosis, treatment, and surgical solutions for a wide range of eye conditions. Combining advanced technology with consultant-led expertise, IOES delivers high-quality patient care across cataract, retinal, glaucoma, and vision correction services, helping patients achieve the best possible outcomes.
Partner
& Exhibition
Why Partner or Exhibit at the Wellness Summit?
The Wellness Summit is a new event focused on health, rehabilitation, and evidence-based approaches to improving wellbeing, bringing together practitioners, clinicians, and experts working at the forefront of care and recovery.
Exhibiting at the summit offers a unique opportunity to showcase your solutions to those driving progress in physical health, mental wellbeing, workplace wellness, and preventative care. Whether you’re launching a new product, expanding your network, or building strategic partnerships, this is the place to make meaningful connections.
With direct access to decision-makers, influencers, and engaged audiences, your presence positions you at the forefront of the modern wellness movement. If your offering supports healthier lifestyles, enhances wellbeing, or empowers individuals and organisations to thrive, the Wellness Summit is where you need to be.
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