Learning, Connecting and Bringing New Ideas Home: Insights from HCIM 2026 

Audience members seated in a large conference auditorium during HCIM 2026 in Lausanne, Switzerland. A large screen at the front of the venue displays the HCIM 2026 logo, while attendees gather for a healthcare clowning conference session under red stage lighting.

From sharing Australian expertise to learning alongside healthcare clowning practitioners from more than 40 countries, HCIM 2026 was a powerful reminder of the impact of connection in healthcare. Discover how Clown Doctors Australia is bringing global healthcare clowning insights home to help create more human-centred care for patients, families and healthcare staff.