Program

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In 2026, the Wounds Australia Conference program will delve into how collaboration across healthcare, research, and industry can drive innovation, enhance healing outcomes, and transform wound care. Attendees will discover the latest in patient-centred approaches, clinical practice advancements, and emerging research through engaging sessions and global perspectives.

Please view the preliminary program. This page will be updated as more details on social functions, themes, and session topics become available.

The conference program time zone is GMT+9:30 (Adelaide, Australia).

Sun 23 Aug
WORKSHOPS
Mon 24 Aug
DAY 1
Tue 25 Aug
DAY 2
Wed 26 Aug
DAY 3

Time	Riverbank room 3	Riverbank room 4	Riverbank room 5	Riverbank room 6
0830-1000	WOUNDS AUSTRALIA COURSE 1 Seeing Beneath the Surface: Mastering Radiology and Vascular Imaging for Wound Care	WOUNDS AUSTRALIA COURSE 2 Debridement Demystified: Tools, Techniques, and Best Practice	WOUNDS AUSTRALIA COURSE 3 Compression Garments in Practice: From Wraps to Custom Solutions	WOUNDS AUSTRALIA COURSE 4 Fundamentals of Lower Limb Vascular Assessment
0830-1000	Advanced Course Learning Outcomes Interpret common radiology and vascular imaging findings relevant to wound care, including arterial and venous studies. Determine when additional imaging (e.g., X-rays, vascular studies) is clinically warranted for patients with complex wounds. Apply a structured approach to interpreting imaging results to support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning. Integrate imaging interpretation into multidisciplinary decision-making for improved wound healing outcomes. Chairperson: Cathy Kindness	Fundamental Course Learning Outcomes Identify the principles and goals of wound debridement and its role in promoting healing. Differentiate between fundamental and advanced debridement techniques, including mechanical, sharp, and adjunctive methods. Select appropriate debridement tools and techniques based on wound characteristics and patient needs. Apply correct set-up requirements and infection control protocols and demonstrate practical skills in basic debridement methods, with an understanding of when to escalate to advanced options. Facilitator: Justin Bradley and Hermione Shea	Fundamental Course Learning Outcomes Differentiate between garment options (wraps, off-the-shelf, and custom-made) and identify when each is clinically appropriate. Understand the role of ALA support and guidelines in garment selection and patient care. Demonstrate correct donning and doffing techniques for various compression garments and appliances. Apply practical skills in using different wraps and apparatus to ensure patient comfort and therapeutic effectiveness. Facilitator: Stacey Bradshaw Chairperson: Damian Ley	Fundamentals Course Learning Outcomes Perform practical vascular assessments at the bedside, including pulse palpation and Doppler ankle brachial and toe brachial index techniques. Interpret and integrate vascular assessment findings to guide wound management and referral decisions. Identify when advanced vascular studies or specialist intervention are required. Chairperson: Saskia Schwarzer
1000-1030	MORNING TEA
1030-1230	WOUNDS AUSTRALIA COURSE 5 Beyond Habit: Clinical Reasoning for Dressing Selection in Diverse Settings	WOUNDS AUSTRALIA COURSE 6 Innovations in Debridement: Mastering Ultrasonic and Advanced Methods	WOUNDS AUSTRALIA COURSE 7 Picture Perfect Wound Care: Best Practice Wound Imaging & Measurement Fundamental Course	WOUNDS AUSTRALIA COURSE 8 Empowering Conversations: Motivational Interviewing and Patient Engagement
1030-1230	Fundamental Course Learning Outcomes Compare dressing options across different clinical contexts, including resource-limited environments. Recognize the impact of habitual practice versus evidence-based decision-making in wound management. Apply clinical reasoning to dressing selection using real-world scenarios and case studies. Develop strategies to adapt dressing choices when ideal products are unavailable, without compromising patient safety. Facilitator: Kara Couch Chairperson: Cathy Kindness	Advanced Course Learning Outcomes Explain the principles and clinical indications for advanced debridement techniques, including ultrasonic methods. Evaluate evidence-based benefits and limitations of advanced debridement modalities. Apply infection control and safety considerations and integrate advanced debridement strategies into comprehensive wound management plans for improved healing outcomes. Facilitator: Jose Luis Lázaro-Martínez Chairperson: Saskia Schwarzer	Fundamental Course Learning Outcomes Apply best-practice principles for clinical photography to ensure accurate wound documentation using personal devices. Prepare effectively for successful telehealth consults, including image sharing and documentation requirements. Evaluate and integrate accurate photography and measurement in clinical decision-making and continuity of care.	Advanced Course Learning Outcomes Explain the principles of motivational interviewing (MI) and its role in supporting behaviour change for wound care adherence. Apply MI techniques to navigate difficult conversations and enhance patient engagement. Demonstrate practical MI skills to recognize barriers and personalize care and improve outcomes. Facilitator: Zena Moore Chairperson: Justin Bradley
1230-1330	LUNCH
1330-1530	PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP 1	PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP 2	PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP 3	PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP 4
1330-1530	Sponsored by Solventum	Sponsored by B.Braun	Sponsored by Team Medical
1530-1600	AFTERNOON TEA
1600-1800	PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP 5	PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP 6	PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP 7	PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP 8
1600-1800	Sponsored by Sentry Medical			Sponsored by Convatec

Time	Hall C		Hall H Exhibition Theatrette
0900-0930	OPENING CEREMONY
0930-1130	PLENARY 1 Navigating the Frontiers of Diabetes-Related Wound Management
0930-1130	TBC title José Luis Lázaro-Martínez TBC title Rob Fitridge TBC title Peta Tehan Panel Discussion Chairperson: Kara Couch
1130-1300	Hall H Exhibition Theatrette
	LUNCH
			1140-1210 WORLD OF WOUNDS THEATRETTE 1
			Sponsored by Mölnlycke
			1220-1250 WORLD OF WOUNDS THEATRETTE 2
			Sponsored by Solventum
1300-1430	Hall C	Hall B
	WOUNDS IN THE AGED	WOUND INFECTION	DIGITAL HEALTH
	Wounds at life’s end Sharon Latimer Q&A	Innovations in management of infection in wound care Ed Raby Q&A	Q&A
1430-1600	Hall H Exhibition Theatrette
	AFTERNOON TEA
			1440-1510 WORLD OF WOUNDS THEATRETTE 3
			Sponsored by Essity
			1520-1550 WORLD OF WOUNDS THEATRETTE 4
			Sponsored by Coloplast
1600-1730	Hall C	Hall B
	CHRONIC WOUNDS	ADVANCED PRODUCTS/DRESSINGS	BENCH TO BEDSIDE
	Current state of play in venous leg ulceration Kathy Finlayson Q&A	TBC title Frank Guerriero	Challenges in conducting research in wound care Dimitri Beeckman
1730-1930	Hall H Exhibition Theatrette
1730-1930	WELCOME RECEPTION

Time	Hall C	Hall A	Hall B	Halls E1E2	Hall H Exhibition Theatrette
0730-0845	BREAKFAST SEMINAR 1	BREAKFAST SEMINAR 2	BREAKFAST SEMINAR 3	BREAKFAST SEMINAR 4	BREAKFAST SEMINAR 5
0730-0845	Sponsored by Sentry Medical	Sponsored by Mölnlycke	Sponsored by Solventum	Sponsored by Essity	Sponsored by Medi-rent
0900-1130	PRESSURE INJURY	WHAT’S NEW IN DFU	ACUTE WOUND MANAGEMENT	MODELS OF CARE AND EDUCATION	CONCURRENT 11
0900-1130			Advances in Surgical Site Infection Phil Russo Q&A
1130-1300	Hall H Exhibition Theatrette
	LUNCH
					1140-1210 WORLD OF WOUNDS THEATRETTE 5
					Sponsored by Mölnlycke
					1220-1250 WORLD OF WOUNDS THEATRETTE 6
					Sponsored by Hartmann

1300-1430	Hall C
	PLENARY 2 Navigating Complexity: Innovations and Best Practice in Chronic Wound Care
	Does nutrition matter for chronic wound healing? How dietitians and the healthcare team can support healing and health Clare Collins Assessing and managing skin complexities in wound care Keryln Carville
1430-1600	Hall H Exhibition Theatrette
	AFTERNOON TEA
					1440-1510 WORLD OF WOUNDS THEATRETTE 7
					Sponsored by Smith + Nephew
					1520-1550 WORLD OF WOUNDS THEATRETTE 8
					Sponsored by Linet
1600-1730	Hall C	Hall A	Hall B	Hall E1E2	Hall H Exhibition Theatrette
1600-1730	CONCURRENT 12	WOUND INFECTION	INNOVATIVE RESEARCH PROJECTS	ADJUNCT THERAPHIES	WOUNDS AUSTRALIA CONSUMER SESSION
1830-late	Location TBC
1830-late	GALA DINNER

Time	Hall C	Hall A	Hall B	Halls E1E2	Hall H Exhibition Theatrette
0730-0845	BREAKFAST SEMINAR 6	BREAKFAST SEMINAR 7	BREAKFAST SEMINAR 8	BREAKFAST SEMINAR 9	BREAKFAST SEMINAR 10
0730-0845	Sponsored by American Limb Preservation Society	Sponsored by Smith + Nephew	Sponsored by URGO Medical	Sponsored by Convatec	Sponsored by Haddenham Healthcare
0900-1130	LIMB SALVAGE	DERMATOLOGICAL WOUNDS	GLOBAL HEALTH	PRIORITY POPULATIONS	ATYPICAL WOUNDS
0900-1130		Overview of EB Zlatko Kopecki Q&A		Innovations in delivery of wound care for First Nations People Saraid Martin TBC title Courtney Hammond Wound Care with and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People Hayley Ryan
1130-1300	Hall H Exhibition Theatrette
	LUNCH
					1140-1210 WORLD OF WOUNDS THEATRETTE 9
					1220-1250 WORLD OF WOUNDS THEATRETTE 10
1300-1500	Hall C
	PLENARY 3 AND CLOSING Beyond the Surface: Holistic Wound Management
	What does the evidence say? Evidence informed wound care Zena Moore Mapping the patient journey to enhance wound care Ellen Davies TBC title Kirsi Isoherrenan Challenges in managing wounds in people with dementia Christina Parker Q&A

The conference program is subject to change.

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