The Biggest and Most Influential Healthcare Exhibition In The Southern Hemisphere

March 11 - 12, 2026  ICC, Sydney
Dan Mabon

Dan Mabon

Chief Executive Officer and DON Wyndham Clinic
Dan Mabon

Healthcare Operational Excellence, March 12

9:10 AM Opening Remarks

9:20 AM CFO PANEL DISCUSSION: Controlling Costs Without Compromising Care: Strategies for Hospital Finance Leaders

As hospitals face pressure from inflation, labour shortages and rising supply costs, finance leaders must identify opportunities to reduce expenses while maintaining quality care. This panel will explore actionable strategies for cost containment, leveraging data analytics, and partnering with operations to drive efficiency. 

  • Managing inventory negotiating contracts and reducing waste 

  • Aligning staffing models to patient demand without sacrificing care quality 

  • Using analytics to identify cost-saving opportunities across clinical and non-clinical departments 

  • Reinvesting saved costs to bolster health outcomes in other areas  

12:40 PM PANEL DISCUSSION: Waste Management & Sustainable Operations: Building Greener, More Efficient Hospitals & Reducing the Environmental Footprint of Healthcare

As healthcare systems expand, so too does the challenge of managing medical waste, energy consumption, and resource efficiency. Hospitals are under increasing pressure to not only deliver high-quality care but also reduce their environmental footprint and align with national sustainability goals. This panel will bring together operational leaders and sustainability experts to explore practical strategies for reducing waste, improving recycling and circular economy practices, and implementing sustainable operations that drive both cost savings and environmental impact. 

  • Reducing clinical and non-clinical waste through smarter processes and technology 

  • Embedding sustainability into procurement, facilities management, and supply chain practices 

  • Aligning waste management strategies with regulatory requirements and ESG reporting standards 

  • Turning sustainability into operational efficiency: cutting costs while supporting climate resilience in healthcare 

Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Dan.

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