Webinar: World Family Doctor Day 2026

WONCA Working Party on Planetary Health: World Family Doctor Day 2026 Celebrations

Caring in the Digital Age: Compassion for Patients, Systems, and the Planet

The WONCA Working Party on Planetary Health will mark World Family Doctor Day 2026 with a webinar exploring digital health, compassionate care, and environmental responsibility.

The session will consider how family doctors can care for patients, health systems, and the planet in an increasingly digital age.

Speakers

  • Dr Gabrielle Samuel, King’s College London, UK
    The Hidden Environmental Impact of Digital Health
  • Dr Claire Brockbank, Family Physician, Botswana
    Compassion Beyond the Screen: Caring for Patients and the Planet

Moderator

  • Dr Sankha Randenikumara, Chair, WONCA Working Party on Planetary Health

Event details

  • Date: Tuesday, 19 May 2026
  • Time: 15:30 UTC
  • Interpretation: Spanish interpretation will be available. Dr Ana Perez will provide Spanish interpretation.
  • Registration: Register here