Log in


Hospital pharmacists association of ireland

Upcoming events

    • 29 Jan 2026
    • 5:30 PM
    • The Hilton Hotel, Kilmainham, Dublin 8
    Registration is closed

    5:30pm Registration and refreshments

    6:30pm Presentations commence

    ·         Monoclonal antibody preparation for Cancer Services: implementing changes to assist ACU and day ward capacity

    o   Ashleigh Meagher, MMUHL, Emily Byrne CUH

    ·         Aseptic compounding unit new build project: experience and learnings

    o   Louise Byrne, Tallaght

     Open to Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians working in or have an interest in aseptic services

    Register before January 23rd


    • 5 Feb 2026
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Ashling Hotel, 10-13 Parkgate Street, Stoneybatter, Dublin 8
    Register

    0930: Coffee and Welcome  

    1000: Using SPARK to strengthen Advanced Practice within Hospital Pharmacy   

    Laura Dillon, National Innovation Fellow, HSE Spark Programme   

    Utilising KPIs in Pharmacy to further the ASP role  

    Emily Byrne, Deputy PEM, CUH  

    Credentialing of ASP Practice

    Evelyn Deasy, Deputy PEM TUH 

    Developing a framework for Advanced Practice   

    Ciara Reddy, Chief II Pharmacist Beaumont Hospital and HPAI Executive   

    Facilitated discussion  

    1330: Lunch 


    • 25 Apr 2026
    • 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
    • Crowne Plaza Airport Hotel, Santry, Dublin D09 X9X2
    • 48
    Register

    HPAI Annual Pharmaceutical Exhibition 2026

    Registration is now open

    In April, the Hospital Pharmacist Association of Ireland (HPAI) will once again bring together hospital pharmacists from across the country at its annual educational conference.  The conference is the most important event in the HPAI calendar year. It offers hospital pharmacists an unparalleled opportunity to network with colleagues, meet national and international experts, present research and gain new knowledge and skills.

    An important component of the conference weekend is the Pharmaceutical Exhibition which will be held on Saturday April 25th 2026 from 11.30am – 13.30.pm.  We are delighted to once again welcome you to the Crowne Plaza, Santry, Dublin 9.

    This dedicated 2-hour session provides pharmacists and exhibitors with the opportunity to discuss the latest products, clinical evidence and service developments available to improve patient care. Thank-you to those of you who have already reached out to us about exhibiting and sponsorship. 

    On-line registration

    If your company is interested in exhibiting at the conference, please complete the  on-line registration by COB Friday March 21st  2026. See registration link in attached update. Invoices with payment options will be auto-generated on registration.  

    Corporate sponsorship opportunities

    In addition to the exhibition, further opportunities are available for companies interested in being recognised as corporate sponsors. For further information on these opportunities please contact Fionnuala  by e-mail at conference@hpai.ie

    Conference symposia

    Opportunities are available to host a conference symposium on the evening of Friday 24th April. Please contact Fionnuala to discuss further.

    Letter of request / contract / transfer of value

    If you require a letter of request for sponsorship, please discuss with Fionnuala by e-mail, out-lining your specific requirements. You can register on-line independently of this to reserve a stand space. If a PO is to be included in your letter of request, please provide same on registration or by e-mail. Contracts and transfer of value requests can be also requested by e-mail at conference@hpai.ie

    The HPAI 2026 Exhibitors’ Pre-conference Update is provided.  This provides details on how to register for the conference, the stand sizes available, payment options, conference exhibition set-up information etc. The 2026 Conference Educational Programme will be circulated when finalised.

    If your company requires any further information on the conference, please contact Fionnuala (Conference Manager) at conference@hpai.ie (please note new e-mail address).

    Kind regards and we look forward to seeing you in April.

    Fionnuala Kennedy BSc(Pharm), MPSI, MSc, MA

    HPAI Conference Manager

    c/o Carmichael Centre

    4 Brunswick Street North

    Arran Quay

    Dublin 7

    Mobile: 087 9824534

    e-mail: conference@hpai.ie

     





Past events

14 Jan 2026 HPAI Basic Clinical Skills for Pharmacists <3yrs
5 Apr 2025 HPAI Conference 2025 Pharmaceutical Exhibition - Exhibitors
4 Apr 2025 HPAI Annual Conference 2025 - Delegate Registration
4 Apr 2025 EXEC Education Committee and invited Presenters Conference 2025 Registration
4 Nov 2024 HPAI Basic Clinical Skills for Pharmacists <3yrs
20 Apr 2024 HPAI Conference 2024 Pharmaceutical Exhibition - Exhibitors
19 Apr 2024 HPAI Annual Conference 2024 - Delegate Registration
22 Apr 2023 HPAI Conference 2023 Pharmaceutical Exhibition - Exhibitors
21 Apr 2023 EXEC Education Committee and invited Presenters Conference 2023 Registration
19 Nov 2021 HPAI Leadership Academy Part 1
8 Nov 2021 HPAI Leadership Academy Series: Project Management
5 Jun 2021 HPAI Leadership Academy Module 3: Personal Effectiveness
24 Feb 2021 HPAI Basic Clinical Skills for Pharmacists <3yrs
1 Feb 2021 HPAI Leadership Academy Series: Effective Communication
21 Jan 2021 HPAI Leadership Academy Series: Coaching
25 Nov 2020 HPAI Basic Clinical Skills for Pharmacists
4 Apr 2020 HPAI Conference 2020 Pharmaceutical Exhibition - Exhibitors
3 Apr 2020 EXEC Education Committee and invited Presenters Conference 2020 Registration
20 Sep 2019 EAHP Seminar 2: Qualitative Research Methods
20 Sep 2019 EAHP Seminar 1: Antibiotic Stewardship Advanced
19 Jul 2019 HPAI Intern Study Day 2019
6 Apr 2019 HPAI Annual Conference 2019 -Invited Guest Registration
6 Apr 2019 HPAI Conference 2019 Pharmaceutical Exhibition - Exhibitors
5 Apr 2019 HPAI Annual Conference 2019 Delegate Registration
5 Apr 2019 EXEC Education Committee and invited Presenters Conference 2019 Registration
6 Mar 2019 Critical Care SIG March Meeting
19 Oct 2018 EAHP Seminar 1: Medication Shortages - Causations & Approaches to Improvements
18 Oct 2018 Antimicrobial Stewardship for Beginers
5 Oct 2018 EAHP Synergy Masterclass Management & Leadership
10 Aug 2018 HPAI Intern Study Day
2 May 2018 HPAI Basic Clinical Skills for Pharmacists
7 Apr 2018 HPAI Conference 2018 Pharmaceutical Exhibition
8 Mar 2018 Heads of Department meeting

About the association

The Hospital Pharmacists Association of Ireland (HPAI) is the National Advocacy Association of Hospital Pharmacists

Mission Statement

The Hospital Pharmacists Association of Ireland exists:

  • To Advance Hospital Pharmacy Practice 
  • To Represent the Voice of Hospital Pharmacists 
  • To Drive Continuing Professional Development 
  • To Improve the Working World for Hospital Pharmacists 

Contacts

president@hpai.ie

secretary@hpai.ie

membership@hpai.ie

education@hpai.ie

conference@hpai.ie 


Copyright © HPAI 2017 The HPAI: The voice of Hospital Pharmacy  

Powered by Wild Apricot Membership Software