Sophia Gardens
Sophia Walk
Pontcanna
Cardiff
CF11 9XR
United Kingdom
Hosted by RCPCH Wales in partnership with trainees from across Wales, St David's Day Conference 2026 offers expert insights, engaging discussions and networking opportunities.
Be part of shaping a healthier future for children in Wales.
Programme
| 8:00 | Registration |
| 9:00 | Introductions |
| 9:15 | SWAN/Genetics - including Dr Matt Spencer, HEIW Leadership Fellow – with Team from SWAN/Genetic |
| 10:00 | AI , Alex Aubrey, HEIW - Clinical Lead for Artificial Intelligence |
| 10:30 | Break/Networking |
| 11:00 | Y Ty Dysgu – HEIW E-Learning Platform – Deanery Teaching to be housed, Dr Matt Spencer, Kathryn Rogerson-Davies (HEIW) |
| 12:00 | How to get a digital project completed; the RCPCH growth charts in Wales, Dr David Tuthil |
| 12:30 | Lunch/Networking |
| Theme : Wales Election + RCPCH Wales Manifesto | |
| 13:30 | Introduction to work of college for members, RCPCH Officers RCPCH Senedd Manifesto – Officer + Deputies + Organising Committee |
| 14:00 | Hustings, Political Parties of Wales; Chaired by Lowri Jackson, Deputy Director, Communications, Policy and Research Royal College of Physicians |
| 15:00 | Break/Networking |
| 16:00 | Oral Presentations |
| 16:30 | PAFTAS |
| 16:50 | Closing remarks |
| 19:00 | Social |
Call for abstracts
Member participation is a key part of the conference and we are inviting abstracts for oral presentations on projects that involve digital innovation and the use of technology in paediatrics and child health.
If you're interested in sharing your experience of how technology is transforming care for children, we want to hear from you!
Abstract submissions are now open, and the deadline is 9 January 2026.