MEDICAL CONFERENCE
Saturday, 8 August 2026
W Hotel | Brisbane
JOIN US AT BETTER OUTCOMES 2026
Collaborating across disciplines to shape better outcomes
We are pleased to invite you to the Better Outcomes Conference - our most collaborative and impactful education event of the year, held on Saturday, 8 August 2026, from 8.00 am at the W Hotel Brisbane.
Hosted by Travis Schultz & Partners and the Sports & Spinal Group, this complimentary, invitation-only event brings together leaders from medical, allied health, and personal injury law to explore shared challenges, spark new ideas, and support better outcomes for patients and clients.
The conference features a highly interactive, discussion-led program. Morning sessions focus on regional and discipline-based collaboration to strengthen referral networks and explore patient support across compensation, funding, long-term rehabilitation, and life after permanent injury. In the afternoon, delegates can choose from three specialty streams to explore areas of interest in greater depth.
MEET THE EXPERTS
DR ROB PARK
PAIN PHYSICIAN & GP
GREG SPINDA
COMPENSATION LAW EXPERT
DR STEPHEN BYRNE
NEUROSURGEON
MONTANA MORRISON
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
REHAB & PERSISTENT PAIN
DR CASSANDRA HARRIS
GP WOMENS HEALTH
DR KHALDOON als
pain physician & Psychiatrist
DR JEANNE GEORGIUS
Clinical Neuropsychologist
DR RICHARD BROWN
Sports Physician
DR KIM LATENDRESSE
ORTHOPAEDIC SURGEON
DR INGRID HUTTON
RHEUMATOLOGIST
DR ANTONY WINKEL
NEUROLOGIST
DR DANIELLE MCCARTHY
clinical psychologist
CONFERENCE PROGRAM
Saturday, 8 August 2026 | W Hotel, Brisbane
Starting from 08:00 AM
09:00 AM
09:20 AM
09:30 AM
10:30 AM
11:15 AM
12:15 PM
01:00 PM
02:00 PM
Afternoon Streams
The afternoon sessions break out into three distinct streams/
Stream A | Back Injuries
Stream B | Medical & Legal Developments
Stream C | Discuss & Examine
02:00 PM
Mock Court hearing with cross examination of lumbar disc protrusion expert with Q&A
Thought leadership panel discussion featuring: Dr Michael Bonning, Rob LoPresti & XXX
More details on this session coming soon.
03:00 PM
Analysis of lumbar disc protrusions, pre-existing conditions and imaging with Dr Stephen Byrne & XXX
Women's health panel discussion featuring: Dr Alex Matthews, Dr Alex
Baggott, Dr Cassandra Harris & XXX
More details on this session coming soon.
03:30 PM
Rehabilitation Medicine panel discussion with Dr Paul Frank, Dr David Eckerman & Montana Morrison
Medical/Legal review 2025: how courts have dealt with medical and allied health evidence
More details on this session coming soon.
04:00 PM
05:30 PM
WHAT TO EXPECT
A chance to collaborate and learn from experts across 20 different fields.
This conference has been crafted around a shared vision. It's a visions centered around values to drive excellence and acheieve better outcomes.
PARKING
Parking is available at the delegate’s own expense. Options include:
Onsite - Valet Parking
Available at the W Hotel for $70 per day. No booking required - simply enter via the W Hotel driveway.
Onsite -Self‑Parking
Available via Wilson Parking (Brisbane Quarter). View rates and booking information via Wilson Parking.
Offsite (short walk or Uber)
Self‑parking is also available at Wintergarden Secure Parking. View rates and booking information online.
FAQs
Is this an exclusive event?
Yes. The Better Outcomes Conference is invitation‑only and available exclusively to colleagues and partners of Sports & Spinal Group and Travis Schultz & Partners. Attendance is confirmed upon receipt of an email invitation and completion of the online registration form.
I’d like to learn more about the program content
The program has been carefully curated by a clinical advisory group from Sports & Spinal Group, alongside Greg Spinda and Dr Rob Park. For educational or content‑related enquiries, please contact: Greg Spinda –greg.spinda@schultzlaw.com.au
I have a general conference or registration query
For all general enquiries regarding the venue, registration, or attendance, please contact the Event Manager: Ateka Ringrose – ateka.ringrose@schultzlaw.com.au
Conference Continuation Dinner
The Saturday evening dinner is optional, although we would love to host you. Please indicate your attendance by completing the dinner RSVP section in your registration form. Please note: the dinner is exclusive to registered conference delegates.
Where is the conference being held within the hotel?
The Saturday conference sessions and Continuation Dinner will be held on Level 3, The Great Room, at the W Hotel Brisbane.
Dress Code
The dress code is smart casual, keeping things comfortable and professional for a full day of conversation, learning, and connection.
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