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Over 750 of Australia's top anaesthetists, clinicians, researchers gather in Canberra

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What:            Over 750 of Australia’s top anaesthetists, clinicians, researchers and medical leaders from across Australia and globally will gather in Canberra this week for the Australian Society of Anaesthetists’ (ASA) National Scientific Congress (NSC)

 

When:           2-5 October 2025

Where:          National Convention Centre, Canberra

Why:             International and National keynote speakers who will present a variety of topics including cutting-edge clinical developments, workforce sustainability, and the future of patient safety in our operating theatres.

Fast Facts:

• The Australian Society of Anaesthetists (ASA), will host around 750 Anaesthetists from across Australia and globally at the Canberra Convention Centre
• The Canberra Hospital (TCH) is a significant hub for anaesthesia training and practice
• Canberra was the launch city for the ASA’s 90^th anniversary, in 2024
• Speakers at the meeting include world leaders Professors Tim Cook (Bath, UK), Edward Mariano (California, US), Cynthia Wong (Iowa, US) Andy Klein (Cambridge, UK) and Alicia Dennis (Melbourne, AU).

 

For interview:

• Dr Mark Sinclair, President
• Dr Vida Viliunas OAM, Vice President  (and Canberra-based practitioner)
• Dr Girish Palnitkar, Conference Convenor (and Canberra-based practitioner)

About us:

With a community of over 4,000 members across Australia, the Australian Society of Anaesthetists (ASA) is a member-funded organisation dedicated to supporting, representing and educating anaesthetists to ensure the safest possible anaesthesia for the community.

Contact details:

Leon Beswick 0414 332267