Annual “Pathways to Progress” Medico- Legal Conference: Callan Tansey Solicitors LLP is delighted to announce details of its annual “Pathways to Progress” Medico- Legal Conference for 2025. This year’s Conference will take place in the stunning Glenlo Abbey Hotel on the shores of Lough Corrib in Galway on Friday, 26th September - continuing the firm's proud tradition of hosting this important event in the West of Ireland.
To give you updates on the topics and themes being discussed, John Morley will broadcast live from Glenlo Abbey on Galway Talks, this Friday from 9am–12. Tune in to hear insights directly from the venue and stay connected with the conversations that matter.
The Conference brings together leading voices from the medical, legal and academic fields to address some of the most topical issues of the day in healthcare law.
In announcing this year’s Conference Ms. Niamh Ní Mhurchú, Joint Managing Partner at Callan Tansey Solicitors has said,
“We are so fortunate to be joined by a host of speakers who are national and international experts in their areas: - medical law, AI and Assistive Technology, Women’s Health and Assisted Decision Making. Meaningful progress in Medical Negligence Law can only be achieved through collaboration. This year’s Conference provides an invaluable opportunity for all the stakeholders in the medico-legal sphere to come together, share experiences and shape a better future for patients and the healthcare system”.
For more information please visit: www.callantansey.ie/conference-2025
Topics and Panel Members/Speakers include:
Opening Keynote Address Ms. Justice Emily Egan, Judge of the Irish High Court.
Medical Negligence Litigation in Ireland – where we are now and the road ahead……..
Panel Members/Speakers:
- Ms. Oonah McCrann Senior Counsel,
- Ms. Alison Kelleher, Partner Comyn Kelleher Tobin Solicitors LLP
- Ms. Sarah Grewar, Ireland Claims Team Lead with the Medical Protection Society
- Ms. Niamh Ní Mhurchú, Joint Managing Partner, Callan Tansey Solicitors
Artificial Intelligence and Assistive Technology in Healthcare…. Comfort or Concern?
Panel Members/ Speakers
- Professor Brian McNamee, UCD, internationally recognized expert in AI
- Dr. Rónán Kennedy, Law School, University of Galway.
- Mr. James Northridge, founder of Urability.com, Assistive Techology expert.
- Mr. Brian Gill, Partner, Callan Tansey Solicitors
Women's Health and Birth Injuries ……….how can we do better?
Panel Members/ Speakers:
- Dr. Mary McCaffrey, Deputy Coroner for Cork and consultant obstetrician gynecologist
- Dr. Catherine Johnson, consultant radiologist, Oxford University Hospital
- Ms. Ogechi Nseodo, physiotherapist and woman's health author
- Dr. Kathleen King medical scientist and advocate for women with endometriosis and adenomyosis
- Ms. Scarlett Griffin, Partner, Callan Tansey Solicitors
Assisted Decision Making ……………….protecting the vulnerable in the 21st Century
Panel Members/ Speakers:
- Mr. Justice Geoffrey Shannon, Judge of the Irish Circuit Court and former Rapporteur on Child Protection to the Irish Government (2006 - 2019)
- Ms. Emma Slattery B.L. and author of “The Assisted Decision-Making Handbook”
- Mr. Ian Reed, financial planner with RBC Brewin Dolphin
- Ms. Treasa Norrby, Senior Associate, Callan Tansey Solicitors
