Keynote 1: Welcome and opening address
Wednesday 6 November | 10:00-10:40
This stream includes:
Welcome to the conference from Helen Brown Clinical Excellence Queensland; Australia
Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony
Welcome Address from Michael Walsh Queensland Health; Australia
Keynote 2: You're already in a relationship with AI
Wednesday 6 November | 15:55-16:40
This keynote features:
Liesl Yearsley CEO/Founder of Akin; Australia
Keynote 3: What matters most and what does it take to lead equity? (with Tanya Hosch) and Holo pe tu’u he ko e ngalu e fasi – Stand firm and the waves will break (with Debbie Sorensen)
Thursday 7 November | 09:00-10:35
This keynote session will offer a deep dive into the ‘what matters most and what does it take to lead equity?’. It will address critical issues of racism and cultural competency within the healthcare system and will provide a thought-provoking exploration of these complex topics through personal experiences and expert insights.
The talk will address the systemic challenges faced by marginalised communities and the importance of advocating for change and will promote creating a safe and inclusive environment for open dialogue about difficult topics.
Tanya Hosch Australian Football League; Australia
Debbie Sorensen Pasifika Medical Association Group of charitable companies; New Zealand
Facilitator: Kedar Mate Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI); USA
Keynote 4: Pushing Boundaries: A Journey of Innovation and Inspiration
Thursday 7 November | 16:15-16:50
This keynote session will challenge the status quo and inspire others to reach their full potential. As an athlete, mother, doctor and author, the speaker will share their story of overcoming obstacles and achieving the unexpected.
Through insights and anecdotes, you will hear how balancing diverse roles shaped the speaker’s journey. You will hear a story of perseverance, innovation, and human potential.
Jana Pittman Doctor, athlete, author; Australia
Keynote 5: Health Workforce Projections: A Global Call to Action
Friday 8 November | 09:00-09:50
This keynote session will explore the latest demographic, consumer, and social trends shaping our world.
Simon will provide valuable insights into these interconnected areas, offering a comprehensive understanding of the forces driving change to enable us to push boundaries
- Gain a deeper understanding of emerging demographic shifts and their implications.
- Explore evolving consumer behaviours and preferences.
- Analyse the impact of social trends on industries and society.
- Discover how these trends intersect and influence each other.
Simon Kuestenmacher The Demographics Group; Australia
Keynote 6: Now what? Are we pushing boundaries?
Friday 8 November | 15:05-16:15
In today’s rapidly changing world, innovation is crucial to meet the evolving needs of our communities.
This keynote will explore how we can embrace new approaches to ensure everyone receives the high-quality care they deserve, now and in the future. We will discuss the importance of addressing the unique challenges and opportunities in providing healthcare to rural and remote communities, and explore how to integrate indigenous knowledge and practices into modern healthcare systems to promote equity and cultural sensitivity.
Leadership plays a critical role in driving meaningful change in healthcare. We will discuss the leadership qualities necessary to address health disparities and create a more equitable and accessible healthcare system
Kedar Mate President and Chief Executive Officer, Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI), USA