Judging Panel
An independent panel of recognised and expert judges, drawn from academia, business and broader related sectors will determine the winners of the Private Healthcare Awards.
We understand the importance of a fair and objective judging process. That's why we assemble a prestigious panel of industry leaders, renowned for their extensive knowledge, enthusiasm, and expertise in the private healthcare industry.
Our selection process is meticulous. Judges are bound by strict confidentiality agreements and declare any potential conflicts of interest. Entries with conflicts are reassigned, ensuring complete impartiality.
This unwavering commitment to integrity is the foundation of our awards programme. Become a part of recognising industry excellence. If you're interested in joining the judging panel, email your details to judges@businessriver.com
2025 Judging Panel
Ann Hogan (Judging Coordinator)
Retired Principal Medical Officer, formerly HSE
Dr Ann Hogan has recently retired as Principal Medical Officer in HSE MidWestern Area. She has spent her career in the Irish health services, working at first in hospitals and then in the community. Following a short stint in General Practice, she joined the community medical service in MidWest. VIEW MORE
Anita Boylan
Director of Clinical Services and Operations, St Vincent's Private hospital
Anita Boylan is recognized for her highly organized, adaptable planning and commitment to patient care & safety. She brings extensive experience in establishing innovative clinical services, including Irelands first Nurse Led Blood Donation Clinic, optimizing multi-specialty units and clinical proc VIEW MORE
Karen Charnley
CEO, All Ireland Institute of Hospice and Palliative Care
As CEO, Karen provides strategic leadership for AIIHPC including brokering relationships between the Institute’s 27 members, funders and key stakeholders. Karen has significant leadership and management experience in a range of sectors including housing, economic development and offender management. VIEW MORE
Conor Ellis
Director, Archus Ireland
Conor has been involved in healthcare organisations spanning public, private, covering strategic, clinical and project delivery from primary care to investment cases for portfolios of public and private healthcare in some 26 countries worldwide. VIEW MORE
Claudia McGloin
Specialist Medical Aesthetic & Orthopaedic Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Claudia Regenerative Expert
Claudia McGloin is a leading expert in regenerative medicine. With over 27 years of nursing experience, she is a trainer, author, and international speaker. Claudia serves on editorial boards, develops PRP protocols, and advocates for patient safety and professional standards worldwide. VIEW MORE
Caroline Moran
Managing Director, Hibernian Healthcare at Home Ltd
Managing Director at Hibernian Healthcare at Home, Caroline Moran brings over a decade of experience in patient-centered care. They drive innovation through advanced IT systems and clinical governance, leading transformative change in home healthcare. VIEW MORE
Brid Seoighe
Medical Director, Johnson & Johnson
Brid Seoighe is the Medical Director for Johnson & Johnson commercial operations in Ireland. In this role, Brid leads multiple functions, across a diverse portfolio of medicines, to ensure J&J’s innovations are optimally provided to the thousands of Irish patients who benefit from its medicines. VIEW MORE
David Wall
Chief Information Officer, Tallaght University Hospital
David Wall is the Chief Information Officer at Tallaght University Hospital. A highly successful business technology leader, strategic thinker, innovator and influencer with significant achievements in leading e-Health initiatives VIEW MORE
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