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
Keynote Address:
Dr Harry Barry, Author and Medical Doctor
Session 1
Rehabilitation Reimagined: Technology Empowered Rehabilitation and Recovery
Chair: Danielle Barron
09.45
Camilla Marks, Co-Founder, ParenTalk
Working Parents, Workplace Performance:
Why Specialist Parent Support is a Workforce Investment
10.00
Dr Johnson McEvoy DPT. Chartered Physiotherapist and Researcher
Shockwave Therapy in Knee Osteoarthritis: Where Does It Fit?
10.15
Ronan Langan, Neuro Physiotherapist, DCU Exoskeleton Programme
Beyond Discharge: The Role of Exoskeletons in Ongoing Patient Care
10.30
Dr Louise Fitzgerald, General Practitioner, Grafton Medical
Can You Feel It? Reimagining Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation through Technology
10.45
Dr Drona Sharma, Consultant Psychiatrist & Clinical Director, Intellectual Disability Psychiatry, Nua Healthcare
When Behaviour Speaks: Are We Listening — or Prescribing?
11.00
Panel Discussion | Session 1
Chair: Danielle Barron
Camilla Marks, Dr Johnson McEvoy, Ronan Langan, Dr Louise Fitzgerald, Dr Drona Sharma
11.20
Interval | 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
Rethinking Alcohol: Why alcohol-free living is becoming the next big wellness shift
12.05
Avril Flynn LLB Bsc RM, Operations Manager and Women’s Health Expert, BTL
The future of Women’s Wellness: An Holistic Approach Using Advanced Technology
12.20
Martin Plachý, Chairman of the Board, ROYAL SPA, Medical Spa Hotels and Resorts
Czech Medical Spas: From Natural Springs to Smart Prevention, Rehabilitation and Aftercare
12.35
Dr Christoffel Grobler, Consultant Psychiatrist, Nua Healthcare
Psychoeducation - Lost in Translation: What does the word mental health literacy mean to you?
12.50
Alison Enright, Director of Therapy Services. Rehabilitation Transformation Programme, St James’s Hospital/HSE Dublin and Midlands
13.05
Panel Discussion | Session 2
Chair: Danielle Barron
Olivia Farrelly, Avril Flynn LLB Bsc RM, Martin Plachý, Dr Christoffel Grobler, Alison Enright
13.25
Interval | Lunch
Session 3
Prevention First:
Interventional Screening:
Building a Healthy Ireland Through Early Action
Chair: Danielle Barron
14.25
Ministerial Address:
Jennifer Murnane O’Connor TD,
Minister of State at the Department of Health with special responsibility for Public Health, Well Being and the National Drugs Strategy
14.40
Margaret McQuillan, HSE Dublin & Midlands Region, Head of Service Health & Wellbeing
The Lighthouse Principle: Guiding Health Through Prevention and Sustainability
14.55
Dr Jack Rua O'Neill, Founder, Rua Laboratories
Inside the Lab: What Physiological Testing Actually Tells You
15.10
Andrew Shanahan, CEO, Altus Health
Why Are We Waiting Until People Become Patients? Reframing Prevention Through Strength, Physical Capacity and Orthopaedic Health
15.25
Dr Mary Collins, Chartered Psychologist, Author and Senior Practitioner Coach (EMCC) | RSCI
Beyond Wellness Wednesdays: Building a workplace where people can flourish
15.40
Helen Kavanagh, Programme Manager of Diabetic RetinaScreen
15.55
Panel Discussion | Session 3
Chair: Danielle Barron
Margaret McQuillan, Dr Jack Rua O'Neill PhD, Andrew Shanahan, Dr Mary Collins, Helen Kavanagh
16.15
Closing Remarks
Danielle Barron
16.20
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 TD
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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Camilla Marks
Co- Founder & CEO
ParenTalk -
Dr Johnson McEvoy DPT
Chartered Physiotherapist
and Researcher -
Ronan Langan
Neuro Physiotherapist | DCU Exoskeleton Programme
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Dr Louise Fitzgerald
General Practitioner
Grafton Medical -
Dr Drona Sharma
Consultant Psychiatrist & Clinical Director, Intellectual Disability Psychiatry | Nua Healthcare
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Olivia Farrelly
Alcohol Free Coach | Mentor
Host of No More Booze Podcast -
Avril Flynn LLB Bsc RM
Operations Manager and Women’s Health Expert | BTL
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Martin Plachý
Chairman of the Board | ROYAL SPA
Medical Spa Hotels and Resorts -
Dr Christoffel Grobler
Consultant Psychiatrist | Nua Healthcare
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Alison Enright
Director of Therapy | Services | Rehabilitation Transformation Programme | St James’s Hospital/HSE Dublin and Midlands
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Margaret McQuillan
HSE Dublin & Midlands Region | Head of Service Health & Wellbeing
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Dr Jack Rua O'Neill
Founder
Rua Laboratories -
Andrew Shanahan
BSc Physiotherapy | BSc Health & Performance Science | Owner Rebuild Physiotherapy | CEO Altus Health
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Dr Mary Collins
Chartered Psychologist | Author | Speaker and Senior Leadership Coach | RCSI
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Helen Kavanagh
Programme Manager | Diabetic RetinaScreen
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.
Nua Healthcare Services is one of Ireland’s leading providers of specialist care, supporting children and adults with intellectual disabilities, mental health needs, and complex support requirements. Through residential, supported living, and community outreach services, Nua empowers individuals to build independence, achieve personal goals, and participate fully in their communities, delivering person-centred, compassionate, high-quality care nationwide.
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.
NEC Software Solutions Ireland is a leading technology and healthcare services provider, delivering innovative software, screening programmes and digital solutions that help create safer, healthier and better-connected communities. With expertise spanning healthcare, patient screening, medical registries and referral management, NEC works with public and private sector organisations to improve outcomes through technology-driven services and trusted specialist support.
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.
Corporate Care 360 is an Irish workplace wellbeing provider specialising in preventative health and employee support programmes. Based in Drogheda, the company partners with organisations across Ireland to help reduce absenteeism, improve staff wellbeing, and enhance workplace performance through physical therapy, health education, and proactive wellness initiatives delivered by an experienced multidisciplinary team.
Michelle Ryan Consultancy provides specialist consultancy services to the spa, wellness and hospitality sectors. Representing Neurosonic in Ireland, Michelle works with businesses to enhance wellbeing, performance and guest experiences through innovative solutions. Visit the stand to discover Neurosonic technology and learn how it can support health and recovery.
Copilot said: No More Booze is an Ireland-based alcohol-free coaching platform founded by Olivia Farrelly, dedicated to helping individuals build healthier, more fulfilling lives without alcohol. Through one-to-one coaching, educational resources and the popular No More Booze podcast, the business supports people in changing their relationship with alcohol, improving wellbeing, and creating lasting positive lifestyle change.
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.
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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