At our next Journal Club session, we will examine how artificial intelligence is transforming healthcare, and what is required to translate technological advancement into meaningful, real-world impact.
The Journal Club embodies a dynamic fusion of intimate dialogue and transformative progress within the domains of healthcare and technology.
Rooted in the essence of historical scientific gatherings, this event rekindles the spirit of inquiry and collaboration that drove innovation forward. It’s an exclusive platform, designed for limited participants, where each voice finds resonance and every idea is nurtured.
RSVP to attend The Journal Club 2026
Agenda for the day
12:00 – 13:00
Registration and Arrivals
13:00 – 16:00
Panel Discussion
16:00 – 19:00
Networking, Food & Drinks
Tough questions, real-world perspectives.
Our panel brings together experienced voices from across the healthcare landscape to examine where AI is creating real value, where it isn’t, and what responsible implementation demands in practice.
Dr Tebogo Phaleng
Facilitator
Tebogo is the Head of Strategic Health Governance and Clinical Consulting at Insight. He is a Medical Doctor with over 23 years of strategic and technical experience from various clinical, executive, advisory and fiduciary roles within the health sector.
Gaynor Ireland
Managing Partner, Consilience
Gaynor is the founder of Consilience, a healthcare strategy and innovation consultancy. A pharmacist by training, she has over two decades of experience across the healthcare value chain, including roles at Discovery, and focuses on bridging the gap between AI’s potential and its practical application in healthcare systems.
Dr. Dino Rech
CEO at Audere; Director at Africa Telehealth Collaboration
Dino is the CEO of Audere and CEO/Founder of Audere Africa. He is an ER physician and global health leader with experience across organisations including CHAPS, the Gates Foundation, and the Aurum Institute. With a background in health systems delivery and research, he brings deep insight into how digital tools and AI impact clinical workflows.
Ismail Rasool
Chief Data Officer, Discovery Health
Ismail is the Chief Data and Analytics Officer and Head of Health Intelligence at Discovery Health. He has over 25 years of experience across population health, value-based care, and health analytics, and has led data and analytics strategy both locally and internationally.
Key Pre-Reads in preparation for the discussion
We encourage attendees to review the following materials ahead of the session:
Additional Information
Free venue parking
Ample free, secure parking is available at the venue, inside the Hobart Grove Centre, with easy access to the venue.
Arrival & Registration
Please register on arrival. If you have indicated any dietary requirements, especially allergies our team will assist you accordingly.
Timing
We encourage guests to arrive promptly to allow the session to begin on time.
RSVP
All responses must be submitted via the RSVP platform by the 30th of April, to ensure accurate registration and catering.
Enquiries
For any queries, please contact Teboho Letsoalo
on +27 72 576 9166