This evening brings together leading experts in medicine, nutrition, breathing, fitness,
and physiotherapy to explore women’s health through science-based insights and
practical interventions.
We are honoured to welcome Professor Mary Ryan, Consultant Physician,
Endocrinologist, and bestselling author of The Menopause, who will share her
expertise on hormones, heart health, and disease prevention. Patrick McKeown,
internationally renowned breathing coach and author of The Breathing Cure, will
guide us through the role of breathing and sleep in managing menopause symptoms.
Anne Murray, founder of Sláinte Wellness, will present her evidence-based approach
to nutrition and women’s health. Jessica Cooke, fitness coach and host of the I’m
Done, Now What? podcast, will share her empowering strategies for lasting fitness
and wellbeing. Finally, Orlaith Kilgannon, specialist physiotherapist and founder of
Pelvic Health West, will explore the impact of hormonal changes on pelvic and
muscular health.
Together, they will provide knowledge, tools, and inspiration to help women optimise
health at every stage of life.
Meet Julie Burke, the powerhouse behind Julesrulesirl. With over 180k followers, she’s an award-winning speaker, mentor, and social media sensation who empowers women in business, champions causes through comedy, and proves you can balance career, family, and passion. Winner of the 2025 Women in Business Award, Julie shows how social media can truly transform lives.
Professor Mary Ryan is a Consultant Physician and Endocrinologist
And best-Selling Author
Dr. Ryan is a Consultant Physician and Endocrinologist with expertise in diabetes,
obesity, menopause, and hormone health. A Trinity College Dublin graduate, she has
led clinics and research for over 20 years and lectures widely to GPs and the public.
She is the bestselling author of The Menopause and is recognised for her advocacy
on hormone health, women’s heart health, and prevention of type 2 diabetes.
Mr Patrick McKeown, Oxygen Advantage
Breathing, Sleep and Menopause
Join internationally renowned breathing expert Patrick McKeown, author of The Breathing Cure for Better Sleep, for a 20-minute practical talk at the Black Box Theatre, Galway. Drawing on 23 years of experience, Patrick will share simple, science-based breathing techniques to help women in menopause improve sleep, calm the mind, and feel more refreshed.
Anne Murray, Sláinte Wellness
Anne is the founder of Sláinte Wellness, a nutrition and wellbeing clinic supporting
women through all stages of life with a personalised, evidence-based approach. A
qualified Nutritional Therapist (CNM London) with a Postgraduate Certificate in
Health Promotion from the University of Galway, Anne integrates advanced tools
such as live and dry blood analysis and metabolic testing into her practice.
Passionate about empowering people to take charge of their health, Anne
specialises in women’s health, hormones, and preventive nutrition.
Orlaith Kilgannon, Pelvic Health West
Orlaith is a specialist physiotherapist and founder of Pelvic Health West, providing personalised, evidence-based care. With experience in musculoskeletal and pelvic health across the NHS and private practice, she translates scientific research into practical interventions. Her presentation, "The Science of Women’s Health – Evidence, Insights and Interventions," explores how hormonal changes affect muscular health.
Jessica Cooke, Thrive Academy
Jessica Cooke is the founder of Thrive Academy and host of the I’m Done, Now
What? podcast. With 17 years’ experience, she has coached thousands of women
40+ to get fit, strong, and calm in body and mind — breaking free from all-or-nothing
cycles to build routines that last. Known for her straight-talking yet supportive
coaching style, Jessica empowers women to feel fit, healthy, and confident in both
body and mind.
