Post-Event Overview: A Standout PD Day Celebrating Collaboration, Innovation & Real-World Insight

Our recent IHEA x SMBE Professional Development Day was an outstanding success — a high-energy, high-impact event that truly brought the theme of major medical infrastructure delivery to life.

One of the major highlights was the live stream from the operating room at Liverpool Hospital and the Wilhelm Education Centre, which created a genuine buzz in the room. This real-time look into a clinical environment not only captivated attendees but provided an unparalleled educational moment, bridging theory and practice in a way that few events can.

The panel discussion was another standout, receiving excellent feedback and strong engagement both in person and via Slido. The dynamic exchange of perspectives, combined with thoughtful audience questions, reinforced just how critical collaboration is in this complex field.

Overall, the day delivered exceptional turnout, fantastic energy, and — most importantly — a meaningful collaboration between IHEA and SMBE.

Why PD Day Matters: Building the Future of Healthcare Infrastructure

Healthcare infrastructure remains one of the most complex and high-stakes arenas in construction and engineering. Delivering advanced medical technologies — from MRI and CT scanners to digital operating rooms — requires precision planning, seamless coordination, and an uncompromising commitment to safety and compliance.

Our PD Day provided a rare, behind-the-scenes look at what it truly takes to plan, deliver, and commission these highly specialised systems.

A Networking Experience to Remember

To cap off the day, participants were invited to an exclusive 4-hour Sydney Harbour networking cruise aboard the Eclipse. This relaxed, scenic setting offered the perfect environment to continue discussions, strengthen professional relationships, and celebrate a successful day of learning and collaboration.

Join Us Online: Recording Now Available

For those who couldn’t attend in person, the recording of the IHEA NSW/ACT Branch Professional Development Day 2025 is now available online. Streamed live from the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital on Friday, 14th November 2025, the event covered the theme:

“Delivering Major Infrastructure & Smart Surgery Spaces: Construction in the Operating Room.”

Expert presenters from NSW Health, SMBE, Engineers Australia, and leading industry partners shared insights on:

• Engineering and compliance challenges in live hospital environments

• Smart systems and digital operating theatres

• Design innovation and sustainability in health infrastructure

• Lessons learned from major capital projects across NSW

Whether you missed the live event or want to revisit key sessions, the recording is an invaluable resource for healthcare infrastructure professionals.

View Event Recording

Looking Ahead

Events like this are a powerful reminder of the value of bringing our industry together. The combination of expert insights, real-world demonstrations, and multidisciplinary collaboration made this PD Day not only informative, but genuinely inspiring.

Thank you to all who attended, contributed, engaged, and helped make the day such a success. We look forward to seeing you at the next IHEA Professional Development event.