2026 Research, Innovation and Transformation Showcase

Gold Coast Health is one of the fastest growing health services in Australia, operating three hospitals and multiple community facilities across the region.The more than half-a-million people living in our catchment area depend on Gold Coast Health for their health care needs. Gold Coast University Hospital is the closest tertiary care hospital for a large geographical area that includes northern New South Wales.Gold Coast Health employs more than 10,000 staff and follows a dynamic Diversity and Inclusion Strategy.

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Join Gold Coast Health and our innovation partners as we showcase the cutting-edge technology and research that is transforming health care.

Gold Coast University Hospital, E block, Pathology and Education Building, Large Lecture Theatre

The 2026 Gold Coast Health Research, Innovation and Transformation Showcase will explore how research and innovation drive transformational change.The theme of this year’s Showcase is building solid foundations for future success.Participants will be taken on a journey of cutting-edge healthcare technologies aimed at enhancing patient care and operational efficiency.Through live demonstrations, static displays and enlightening presentations, attendees will witness how dynamic digital technologies and innovative, clinical and health systems research is being integrated to transform health care at Gold Coast Health.Draft Agenda11.30: Lunch, networking and static displays1.00: Welcome/opening address1.45: Session 1 - Keynote speaker and panel session2.30: Networking break3.00: Session 2 - Innovation and Research Snapshots4.00 : Lightening talks4.30: Event close5.30: Awards and Networking Event at Southport Sharks Event Centre, Riewoldt Room: Join us in celebrating excellence as we continue the event with an evening of networking and excitement, with the much-anticipated announcement of the Gold Coast Health 2025 Collaborative Research Grant Scheme recipients, Clinician Researcher Fellowship recipients and our Research, Innovation and Transformation Award winners. Confirm your attendance on this event registration form. Food and refreshments will be served. This is a great opportunity to network with Gold Coast Health executives, academic and industry partners, external organisations, health professionals and staff. Parking Information:We have a commercial multi-storey parking facility with more than 2,200 under-cover car parks open 24 hours a day. The parking facility is operated by Point Parking. Information about parking can be found on the <a href="https://pointparking.com.au/" title="https://pointparking.com.au/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Point Parking website</a>.Please be aware, parking at GCUH is limited. Please allow extra time to park – particularly during wet weather – or consider <a href="https://www.goldcoast.health.qld.gov.au/hospitals-and-centres/gold-coast-university-hospital/getting-here" title="https://www.goldcoast.health.qld.gov.au/hospitals-and-centres/gold-coast-university-hospital/getting-here" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">public transport</a> options. Public Transport Information:There are a range of public transport options available to visitors at Gold Coast University Hospital, with a bus stop and light rail station seeing you to the hospital's front door. Visit the <a href="https://translink.com.au/" title="https://translink.com.au/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Translink</a> website or contact 131 230 to plan your journey.Buses: Buses 710, 714, 719, 738 and 739 all stop at Gold Coast University Hospital.G:Link (Light rail): There is an underground <a href="http://ridetheg.com.au/stations/gold-coast-university-hospital/" title="http://ridetheg.com.au/stations/gold-coast-university-hospital/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">G:Link</a> tram station below the main entrance of Gold Coast University Hospital. It includes extra amenities such as public toilets, stairs, escalators and lifts.Taxi zone: There is a drop off zone at the hospital's main entrance for taxis. Can't wait to see you there!

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