NF Ireland Open Day 2026

NF Ireland Open Day 2026

We are delighted to invite you to the NF Ireland Open Day 2026, taking place on Saturday 24th October 2026 at Croke Park, Dublin.

Join us for a day of expert talks, information, help and support, bringing together individuals and families affected by Neurofibromatosis, healthcare professionals and the wider NF community.

We are delighted to have a number of experienced clinicians and speakers joining us, with presentations covering areas including NF services, genetics, neurology and living with Neurofibromatosis.

The Open Day is open to everyone, whether you are living with NF, a family member or carer, healthcare professional, student, or simply interested in learning more about Neurofibromatosis, you are very welcome.

📅 Saturday 24th October 2026
🕙 10:00am - 4:00pm
📍 Croke Park, Dublin – Celtic Suite
🍽️ Light lunch will be provided
🚗 Parking & Entrance: Please enter Croke Park via the Cusack Stand side of the stadium. Free parking will be available in this area.

Programme & Speakers

We are delighted to confirm the following clinicians and speakers:

🔹 Prof. David Coughlan – New pathway for the care of NF1 children

🔹 Dr. Hisham Ali – NF1 service update and what the latest audit data tells us from the NF1 Clinic in Crumlin

🔹 Dr. Kathleen Gorman – Updates on the neurological aspects of NF1, including information on understanding imaging and when it is required

🔹 Dr. Samantha Doyle – Genetics and NF, including genetics principles, genetic reports and reproductive options

The programme will also include plenty of opportunities for questions, discussion and connecting with others in the NF community.

Registration is free, but advance registration is required.

We look forward to welcoming you to Croke Park on Saturday 24th October!