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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

Euroanaesthesia 2026

Rotterdam

Congress

Connect.Albania

Tirana

Congress

Euroanaesthesia 2027

Copenhagen

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

Home On-Line Assessment 2026

Exam

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation in the OR and ICU after CABG

19 May 2026

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EDAIC Part II 2026 – Uppsala

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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

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

Course

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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Upcoming external & endorsed events

7th Coagulation Days

Zagreb

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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.

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Disclaimer

The ESAIC Examinations Committee is aware of certain initiatives claiming to be related to the EDAIC that are neither organised nor authorised by the ESAIC. We strongly recommend that you invest your time in the official ESAIC initiatives listed on the ESAIC website. ESAIC accepts no responsibility for the quality of any non-ESAIC courses.

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Educational Courses

Basic and Clinical Sciences Anaesthetic Course (BCSAC)

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About the BCSAC

The Basic and Clinical Sciences Anaesthetic Course (BCSAC) is designed as a key educational tool for candidates preparing for the European Diploma in Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care (EDAIC). The course aims to strengthen participants’ understanding and knowledge across a wide range of basic and clinical sciences relevant to anaesthesiology.

The course is open to everyone, and no prerequisites are required.

Officially organised by the European Society of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care (ESAIC), the BCSAC is delivered by experienced speakers with extensive expertise in teaching and examination. Feedback from previous editions highlights the value of the course: over 90% of participants from the last three years were satisfied, and 97% would recommend it to a colleague.

Format and Dates

The BCSAC 2026 will be held fully online on 12–14 and 26–28 June 2026 on the ESAIC Academy.
All lectures will remain available on demand for three months after the live event, allowing participants to review the content at their own pace.

Accreditation

The Basic and Clinical Sciences Anaesthetic Course 2026 has been accredited with 31.5 European CME credits (ECMEC®s) by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME®).

Attendance & CME Credits

Participants do not need to attend the course live to obtain CME credits. Lectures may be followed live, on demand, or as a combination of both.
The Certificate of Attendance and CME credits are awarded based on the number of lectures actually watched, regardless of the format, through an intelligent tracking system.

Assessment

Participants will also have the opportunity to complete a knowledge test before and after the course to assess their learning progress.

Registration

Each participant must register with a valid personal e‑mail address.
Registration is now open and will close on 27 May 2026.

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Why attend the BCSAC?

  1. It helps you prepare for the EDAIC.
  2. CME credits: The Basic and Clinical Sciences Anaesthetic Course 2026 has been granted 31.5 European CME credits (ECMEC®s) by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME®).
  3. Held before EDAIC Part I, which takes place in September.
  4. Interactive sessions: It offers Q&A with speakers after each presentation.
  5. Home OLA (Online Assessment): Short MCQ online assessment at the start and end of the course, open for a week.
  6. Refresher course: It is suitable for any anaesthesiologist looking to update their knowledge.
  7. Convenient format: You may attend remotely with no travel or accommodation costs.
  8. Flexible access: You can access the lectures on the ESAIC Academy until mid-September, with CME credits for both live and on-demand viewing.
  9. User-friendly features:  It offers slide navigation, thumbnails, search options, sound optimisation, adaptive streaming, and mobile-friendly design.

Programme & CME

The Basic and Clinical Sciences Anaesthetic Course 2026 has been granted 31.5 European CME credits (ECMEC®s) by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME®).

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Frequently asked questions

BCSAC Registration Fees 2026

ESAIC Active Member:  € 500

ESAIC Affiliate Member: € 500

ESAIC Trainee Member: € 340

ESAIC Allied  Member: € 340

ESAIC Active Member from European MIC: € 340

Individual Society Member: € 760

Non-Member: € 760

Who can attend BCSAC?

Anyone can attend – there are no prerequisites. ESAIC Members and non-Members can participate in the BCSAC.
If you wish to benefit from the reduced ESAIC Member registration rates, please visit our Membership section and become an ESAIC Member first.

How to register for BCSAC 2026?

Registrations is now open until 27 May

In order to register, you must login to myESAIC.

By registering for the BCSAC you agree to the ESAIC cancellation and refund policy 

If you do not have a myESAIC account yet, you can create it here. 

When will BCSAC 2026 take place?

The BCSAC  2026 will take place online on 12-14 and  26-28 June 2026

It will be a fully virtual course, and lectures will remain available online after the live event.

Do I need to attend the course live to receive CME credits?

No. Lectures can be followed live, on demand, or both. CME credits are awarded according to the number of lectures watched, tracked automatically via an intelligent system.
NB : it is compulsory to fill in the evaluation form and the satisfaction survey to receive the CME credits.

Contact person

Please send your question to : odile.jacquet@esaic.org