General Information
Heart 4 the Wounded is a multidisciplinary healthcare conference that brings together healthcare professionals, researchers, patients, advocates, and industry partners to improve patient outcomes through education, collaboration, and innovation.
- Pre-Conference Workshops: 24 July 2026
- Main Conference: 25 July 2026
The conference will take place at the CSIR International Convention Centre in Pretoria, South Africa.
The 2026 conference theme is:
“Be the Difference – Where Science, Compassion and Purpose Meet.”
The conference is suitable for:
- Wound care practitioners
- Nurses
- Medical practitioners
- Specialists
- Allied healthcare professionals
- Therapists
- Researchers
- Academics
- Healthcare managers
- Students
- Industry representatives
- Patient advocates
Registration
Registration can be completed online through the conference website registration page.
Yes. Delegates can register for:
- Main Conference only
- Pre-Conference Workshop only
- Both events
Yes. A confirmation email should be sent after successful registration and payment.
Accepted payment methods depends on the selected producs and are displayed during the online checkout process.
Yes. Organisations may pay for delegates. Contact the organisers if you require an invoice before payment.
Yes. An invoice is automatically generated during registration and sent via email.
Registration transfer policies should be confirmed with the organisers before the event.
Yes and discounts may apply for groups. Applicable discounts are automatically applied during the checkout process.
Should you have any questions you can contact the organisers directly for group bookings and corporate registrations.
Student Registrations
The Student Registration category is available to individuals who meet at least one of the following criteria:
- Successfully completed a classroom-based short course in Wound Management through Eloquent Learning Health (ELH) or the Foundation for Professional Development (FPD) during 2025 or 2026.
- Are currently enrolled in the Eloquent Learning Health online Wound Management course.
- Are currently enrolled in the University of the Free State (UFS) Short Learning Programme: Holistic Wound Management.
- Are currently enrolled at a recognised South African Higher Education Institution in a healthcare-related field of study.
Examples include, but are not limited to:
- Nursing
- Medicine
- Physiotherapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Podiatry
- Pharmacy
- Clinical Technology
- Emergency Medical Care
- Dietetics and Nutrition
- Biomedical Sciences
- Other recognised healthcare professions
The organisers reserve the right to verify eligibility and approve registrations on a case-by-case basis.
Yes. All student registrations are subject to verification.
Acceptable proof may include:
- Student card
- Current proof of registration
- Official enrolment letter
- Academic transcript
- Course completion certificate (for ELH or FPD students)
The organisers will contact you to verify your eligibility if needed.
If eligibility cannot be verified, the organisers may:
- Request additional documentation; or
- Require the delegate to upgrade to the applicable standard conference registration category.
No. Once formal studies or qualifying programmes have been completed and the individual is no longer enrolled, the standard delegate registration category applies.
Student registrations will be reviewed after submission. Confirmation will be communicated once eligibility has been verified.
Scientific Programme
The conference programme includes:
- Antimicrobial stewardship
- Biofilms
- Artificial intelligence in healthcare
- Dermatology and skin of colour
- Ethical healthcare practice
- Lymphoedema management
- Vascular care
- Mental health and burnout
- Patient advocacy
- Survivor experiences
- Leadership and entrepreneurship
- Cross-disciplinary healthcare learning
Yes. Most sessions include opportunities for audience interaction and discussion.
This depends on speaker permissions and copyright policies.
CPD / Professional Development
Yes. Healthcare professionals should receive information regarding CPD accreditation and allocation once accreditation processes have been finalised.
Attendance tracking and CPD certificates will be communicated to delegates before or after the conference.
Yes. Delegates generally receive attendance certificates after the conference for CPD purposes.
Venue & Travel
The conference is held at the CSIR International Convention Centre in Pretoria, which is accessible by road and ride-hailing services.
Yes. Parking is generally available at the venue.
Yes. Pretoria offers a range of accommodation options near the conference venue.
Please see a few options mentioned on the Venue Page
No. Accommodation is booked separately by the peson attending the event(s).
Refreshments during coffee and tea breaks as well as a light lunch are included in the registration for the events.
Contact the organisers directly to discuss special requirements.
Sponsors & Exhibitors
Yes. Industry partners and sponsors are expected to exhibit products, services, and innovations relevant to healthcare and wound care.
The Heart 4 The Wounded conference has always endeavored to integrate industry partners and sponsors into scientific discussions and space. The exhibit area for the 2026 chapter of H4TW, will again be inside the main conference area to ensure maximum exposure for our partners.
Visit the Sponsors section of the website to view available sponsorship packages and options and register online as a sponsor on the Sponsor Registration page.
Once registered, your request will be reviewed and an invoice will be sent for payment.
Yes. Exhibitors may have opportunities to conduct demonstrations according to conference guidelines.
Yes. Various sponsorship and branding opportunities are typically available.
Patient Advocacy & Charity
Yes. Heart 4 the Wounded 2026 supports DEBRA South Africa, which assists individuals and families affected by Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB).
The conference aims to place patients and their lived experiences at the centre of healthcare conversations and innovation.
Cancellations & Refunds
Please refer to the conference Cancellation & Refunds policy page for the most current terms and conditions.
Refund eligibility depends on the timing of cancellation and the applicable refund policy.
Registered delegates will be informed of available options, including transfer or refund arrangements where applicable.
Privacy & Data Protection
Personal information is used for registration administration, communication, payment processing, and conference-related activities.
Information may be shared with sponsors and exhibitors where consent has been provided.
Contact the organisers directly to exercise your privacy rights.
Contact & Support
Email: info@heart4thewounded.co.za
Phone: +27 12 348 0940
Contact the conference team through the website contact form, email, or telephone and they will assist you.