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International Practitioner Health Summit 2027: The Wounded Healer

Organised by the NHS Practitioner Health with Healthcare Conferences UK
Dates17–17 Sept 2027
LocationLondon, United Kingdom
Abstracts31 Oct 2026
A hybrid practitioner health and workforce wellbeing summit in London with an open abstract call, research and innovation stream, and international health and care audience.
Next stepAbstract submissions are open
Submit abstract
Reviewed byDr Robert BaxterDr Robert Baxter· Junior Clinical Fellow, Acute Medical Unit· Updated 13 Jul 2026
At a glance
NetworkingHybrid meeting with NHS Practitioner Health, Scottish and Welsh workforce…View detail

Hybrid meeting with NHS Practitioner Health, Scottish and Welsh workforce wellbeing services, and an in-person London venue.

Research ValueOpen abstract call and a named clinical innovation and research…View detail

Open abstract call and a named clinical innovation and research stream provide a presentation route, although publication outlet was not stated.

Trainee RelevanceRelevant for trainees interested in doctor wellbeing, psychiatry, occupational health,…View detail

Relevant for trainees interested in doctor wellbeing, psychiatry, occupational health, medical leadership or workforce culture.

ProgrammeSchedule and session highlights
Key Themes
Burnout and recoveryBreaking stigma and belongingMental health, addiction and suicide preventionEthical and professional challengesOrganisational culture and system changeWorkforce impact and retentionInnovation and AI in staff wellbeing
SpeakersKeynotes and featured experts
DZ
Dr Zaid Al-Najjar
NHS Practitioner Health
Medical Director perspective
DT
Dr Thomas Kitchen
HHP Wales / Cardiff University Division of Psychological Medicine and Clinical Neuroscience
Practitioner health and psychological medicine
PS
Professor Subodh Dave
Royal College of Psychiatrists / Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Practitioner health and psychiatry perspective
AbstractsOpen · 31 Oct 2026
Abstract submissions are open
Deadline: 31 October 2026
What You Can Submit
abstract
Submission Specifications
Formats
Abstract submission route open; page links downloadable guidance and application
Deadline
31 October 2026
Categories
Clinical innovation and research stream themes are listed on the official page
Guidance Note
Detailed guidance is linked as a DOCX file; not downloaded during Browser-only extraction.
Categories & Recommended Topics
Burnout to recovery and work-based sustainability
Breaking stigma, support, recovery and belonging
Mental health, addiction and suicide prevention/postvention
Ethical and professional challenges
Organisational culture and system change
Recovery, retention and workforce impact
Innovation, AI and the future of health and care staff wellbeing
Costs & registrationTicket prices and registration
CategoryPrice
Early bird registration£195
Standard (consultant)£495
Submission & registration deadlines1 tracked deadline
Abstract deadline31 Oct 2026Checked 13 Jul 2026
Official page ↗
Conference timeline2 key dates
31 Oct 2026
Abstract submission deadline
17 Sept 2027
Conference begins
Venue & travel30 Euston Square, London, or virtual online · London
By CarThe venue is just outside the Congestion Charge Zone and close to the A501.
ParkingNearby car parks are referenced on the venue information section.
By TrainThe page states the venue is one minute from London Euston and 7-10 minutes from King’s Cross and St Pancras International.
Venue Details30 Euston Square, London NW1 2FB, United Kingdom, with virtual attendance available.
MedicMess tips3 practical tips

MedicMess Tips

  • Early-bird in-person attendance is listed until the end of 2026.
  • Submit abstracts by 31 October 2026 if aiming for the clinical innovation and research stream.
  • Financial support is mentioned as available by contacting the organisers; no public student or trainee rate was visible.
Complete guideFull MedicMess editorial briefing

International Practitioner Health Summit 2027: The Wounded Healer is a hybrid CPD-certified conference hosted by NHS Practitioner Health in association with workforce wellbeing services in Scotland and Wales. The event focuses on caring for those who care, restoring health, careers and lives, and is open to health and care professionals attending in person at 30 Euston Square or online. The official page lists a clinical innovation and research stream covering burnout and recovery, stigma, mental health, addiction and suicide prevention, ethical and professional challenges, organisational culture, workforce impact, innovation and AI, and staff wellbeing. Abstracts are open, with the page showing a deadline of 31 October 2026 and linking to downloadable submission guidance. Visible fees include GBP 225 for in-person NHS, schools, care and public sector delegates, GBP 495 for commercial organisations, GBP 150 for virtual NHS/public sector delegates, and an early-bird in-person rate of GBP 195 until the end of 2026. The venue is directly beside London Euston, close to Euston Square and King’s Cross/St Pancras. No explicit abstract publication outlet was visible on the inspected page.

Frequently asked
When is International Practitioner Health Summit 2027: The Wounded Healer?
International Practitioner Health Summit 2027: The Wounded Healer takes place 17–17 Sept 2027 in 30 Euston Square, London, or virtual online, London.
Where is International Practitioner Health Summit 2027: The Wounded Healer held?
International Practitioner Health Summit 2027: The Wounded Healer is held at 30 Euston Square, London, or virtual online, London, United Kingdom. A virtual/hybrid attendance option is available.
What is the abstract submission deadline for International Practitioner Health Summit 2027: The Wounded Healer?
Abstract submissions close on 31 Oct 2026.
How much does International Practitioner Health Summit 2027: The Wounded Healer cost?
Registration is £495 standard.
Is International Practitioner Health Summit 2027: The Wounded Healer CPD accredited?
Yes — International Practitioner Health Summit 2027: The Wounded Healer is CPD accredited.
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