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IN-PERSON EVENT, hosted by Lincolnshire Section

What to expect

This lecture explores the concept of compassion in healthcare - what it truly means, why it matters, and how it can be effectively integrated into everyday practice. Drawing on his research and experience in values-based practice and mental health, Ian McGonagle will unpack the relationship between values and behaviour, and how compassionate leadership can transform patient care and team culture.

This final lecture of the season is open and relevant to the whole dental team.

Further details to follow shortly.

Timings

18:30 Registration and refreshments

19:00 Lecture - Ian McGonagle

20:30 End of lecture and meal

22:00 Finish

Meet the speaker

Ian McGonagle Qualified, experienced and registered mental health nurse

Ian McGonagle is an Honorary Senior Visiting Fellow at the University of Lincoln, where he has served for over 16 years as an Associate Professor. A qualified and registered mental health nurse, Ian brings more than two decades of experience in workforce innovation, education, and compassionate care. His career spans leadership roles in national and regional programmes, including work with the Department of Health, Welsh Government, and the National Board for Nursing and Midwifery in Ireland.

Ian is a published researcher with contributions to international peer-reviewed journals and a confident public speaker, regularly presenting at national and global conferences. His special interests include values-based practice, compassionate leadership, and educational innovation, and he is the author of An Introduction to Compassion in Healthcare Practice. With a PhD focused on the transfer of learning from education to practice, Ian continues to mentor students and professionals, shaping the future of healthcare through thoughtful, values-driven leadership.

More information

An evening meal will be provided at 20:30.

Please email [email protected] with any dietary requirements.

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