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The ESAIC is dedicated to supporting professionals in anaesthesiology and intensive care by serving as the hub for development and dissemination of valuable educational, scientific, research, and networking resources.

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Congresses

The ESAIC hosts the Euroanaesthesia congresses that serve as platforms for cutting-edge science and innovation in the field. These events bring together experts, foster networking, and facilitate knowledge exchange in anaesthesiology, intensive care, pain management, and perioperative medicine. Euroanaesthesia is one of the world’s largest and most influential scientific congresses for anaesthesia professionals. Held annually throughout Europe, our congress is a contemporary event geared towards education, knowledge exchange and innovation in anaesthesia, intensive care, pain and perioperative medicine, as well as a platform for immense international visibility for scientific research.

Euroanaesthesia 2026 | Rotterdam, The Netherlands Euroanaesthesia 2027 | Copenhagen, Denmark Euroanaesthesia 2028 | Vienna, Austria Euroanaesthesia 2029 | Barcelona, Spain CONNECT 2026 | Tirana, Albania

Upcoming scientific events

Connect.Albania

Tirana

Congress

Euroanaesthesia 2027

Copenhagen

Congress

Euroanaesthesia 2028

Vienna

Congress
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Professional Growth

The ESAIC's mission is to foster and provide exceptional training and educational opportunities. The ESAIC ensures the provision of robust and standardised examination and certification systems to support the professional development of anaesthesiologists and to ensure outstanding future doctors in the field of anaesthesiology and intensive care.

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European Leadership Programme (ELP) Fellowship of ESAIC (FESAIC) Mentorship Programme Exchange Programme (EP) Accreditation of Training in Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care (ATAIC) CEEA

Upcoming education, training & exam events

BCSAC 2026 – Weekend 2

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EDAIC Part II 2026 – Frankfurt

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EDAIC Part II 2026 – Las Palmas

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Research

The ESAIC aims to advance patient outcomes and contribute to the progress of anaesthesiology and intensive care evidence-based practice through research. The ESAIC Clinical Trial Network (CTN), the Research Groups and Grants all contribute to the knowledge and clinical advances in the peri-operative setting.

Clinical Trial Network (CTN) ESAIC Research Services Research Groups Grants Research Project Endorsement Surveys

Learn more about what activities are currently ongoing in Research.

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EU Projects

The ESAIC is actively involved as a consortium member in numerous EU funded projects. Together with healthcare leaders and practitioners, the ESAIC's involvement as an EU project partner is another way that it is improving patient outcomes and ensuring the best care for every patient.

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Patient Safety

The ESAIC aims to promote the professional role of anaesthesiologists and intensive care physicians and enhance perioperative patient outcomes by focusing on quality of care and patient safety strategies. The Society is committed to implementing the Helsinki Declaration and leading patient safety projects.

ESAIC Ambassador’s Programme on Patient Safety Essential Patient Safety Course (EPSC) Advanced Patient Safety Course (ASPC) Patient Safety and Quality Masterclass (PSQMC) Patient Safety for National Societies The Helsinki Declaration on Patient Safety in Anaesthesiology Peer Review in Patient Safety for Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care (PRiPSAIC) Patient Safety Tools and Resources

Upcoming Patient Safety events

Advanced Patient Safety Course 2026

Leuven

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Patient Safety and Quality Masterclass 2026

Zagreb

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Sustainability

The ESAIC is committed to implementing the Glasgow Declaration and drive initiatives towards greater environmental sustainability across anaesthesiology and intensive care in Europe.

The Glasgow Declaration on Sustainability in Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care Read the Consensus Document on the EJA website

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Partnerships

The ESAIC works in collaboration with industry, national societies, and specialist societies to promote advancements in anaesthesia and intensive care. The Industry Partnership offers visibility and engagement opportunities for industry participants with ESAIC members, facilitating understanding of specific needs in anaesthesiology and in intensive care. This partnership provides resources for education and avenues for collaborative projects enhancing science, education, and patient safety. The Specialist Societies contribute to high-quality educational opportunities for European anaesthesiologists and intensivists, fostering discussion and sharing, while the National Societies, through NASC, maintain standards, promote events and courses, and facilitate connections. All partnerships collectively drive dialogue, learning, and growth in the anaesthesiology and intensive care sector.

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Guidelines

Guidelines play a crucial role in delivering evidence-based recommendations to healthcare professionals. Within the fields of anaesthesia and intensive care, guidelines are instrumental in standardizing clinical practices and enhancing patient outcomes. For many years, the ESAIC has served as a pivotal platform for facilitating continuous advancements, improving care standards and harmonising clinical management practices across Europe.

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Publications

With over 40 years of publication history, the EJA (European Journal of Anaesthesiology) has established itself as a highly respected and influential journal in its field. It covers a wide range of topics related to anaesthesiology and intensive care medicine, including perioperative medicine, pain management, critical care, resuscitation, and patient safety.

European Journal of Anaesthesiology (EJA) European Journal of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care (EJAIC)

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Membership

Becoming a member of ESAIC implies becoming a part of a vibrant community of nearly 8,000 professionals who exchange best practices and stay updated on the latest developments in anaesthesiology, intensive care and perioperative medicine. ESAIC membership equips you with the tools and resources necessary to enhance your daily professional routine, nurture your career growth, and play an active role in advancing anaesthesiology, intensive care and perioperative medicine.

Read more about membership at the ESAIC Membership Types

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Preparing future leaders in Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care

European Leadership Programme

Leading an anaesthesia department is unlike managing any other clinical unit. Its cross-disciplinary nature brings complexity, responsibility and strategic demands that go far beyond clinical excellence.

The ESAIC Leadership Programme prepares mid-career anaesthesiologists to lead with confidence, credibility and lasting impact.

Designed by experienced department chairs and healthcare leaders, this six-month journey equips future chairs with the tools to succeed in leadership roles.

Should you want to learn more, contact us at education@esaic.org.

Preliminary Programme Application Form
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Two intensive in-person courses

Delivered in a beautiful monastery a few km away from Brussels:

4–7 December 2026 – Modules 1 & 2 (Programme link)
6–8 March 2027 – Modules 3 & 4 (Programme coming soon)

Ongoing mentorship

From December 2026 to May 2027, participants are supported by experienced mentors who provide guidance, feedback and professional insight.

Diploma Ceremony

28–31 May 2027 – Copenhagen (Euroanaesthesia 2027)

The four modules

Module 1 – Foundations of leadership in medicine
Leadership styles, resilience and mindset for medical leaders.

Module 2 – Strategic and operational leadership
Decision-making, resource management and influencing change.

Module 3 – Professional and organisational development
Navigating institutional dynamics and positioning for leadership roles.

Module 4 – Practical skills & career building
Communication, stakeholder management and leading teams effectively.

Learning methods include case studies, simulations, interactive discussions and professional coaching.

Fees

We take care of your stay and meals, so you can focus on the experience.

  • ESAIC Members – €3,500
  • Members from LMICs – €2,500
  • Non-members – €5,000

Participants will benefit from a special discounted registration fee for Euroanaesthesia 2027.

Programme, applications and timeline

Course 1 (4 – 7 December 2026)

Deadline for applications: 22 June 2026
Evaluation Process: July 2026
Notification to applicants: Early August 2026

Preliminary Programme Application Form

Meet the ESAIC Leadership Programme Mentors

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Idit Matot (IL)

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Francisco Maio Matos (PT)

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Daniela Ionescu (RO)

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Cynthia Wong (US)

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Isabel Marcolino (CH)

Course Coordinators

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Joana Berger-Estilita (CH)

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Patricio Gonzalez-Pizarro (ES)

A structured six-month journey

Q1 2026 Competitive Selection
Global application window opens. A rigorous selection process to curate an elite cohort of future department chairs.
December 2026 Brussels Module I
First in-person executive gathering in Brussels. Focus on strategic foundations, hospital economics, and visionary leadership.
October 2026 – March 2027 Executive Mentorship
Six months of intensive, small-group dynamics and one-on-one mentorship with industry-leading anaesthesiology chairs.
Spring 2027 Brussels Module II
Second in-person intensive. Mastering boardroom dynamics, advanced negotiation, and global healthcare strategy.

This activity is independently organised by ESAIC and supported by an unrestricted educational grant from Medtronic.

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