2026 Perioperative Medicine SIG meeting

Welcome

Another great event brought to you by ACE – a tripartite collaboration of ANZCA, ASA and NZSA. 

Registrations are now open for the 2026 Perioperative Medicine SIG meeting, "From Foundations to Frontiers", to be held 26–28 November at Crowne Plaza. We look forward to welcoming you to Tasmania and to nipaluna (Hobart).

On behalf of the organising committee, welcome to what promises to be another fantastic opportunity to learn, connect and shape the future of perioperative medicine together. We are privileged to gather on the lands of the Palawa people, the Traditional Custodians of lutruwita (Tasmania), and pay our respects to Elders past and present.

This year's program reflects the breadth of perioperative medicine, bringing together perspectives from surgery, anaesthesia, geriatrics, general medicine, nursing, allied health, consumers and healthcare leaders. From delirium and prehabilitation, to quality improvement, digital innovation and the future of perioperative care, the meeting explores both the foundations of good care and the opportunities that lie ahead.

We are honoured to welcome our keynote speaker, Dr Ben Bravery. Originally trained as a zoologist, Ben's own experience navigating treatment for colorectal cancer led him to change careers and pursue medicine. Now a psychiatrist, author and advocate for more human-centred healthcare, he brings a unique perspective from both sides of the healthcare system. His opening address, "What Patients Remember When Healthcare Forgets", is a fitting way to begin a meeting dedicated to improving the perioperative journey and delivering care that truly matters.

Whether joining for the first time or returning as a long-standing member of the perioperative community, thank you for being part of the journey. We hope you enjoy your time in Tasmania and leave inspired by the conversations, collaborations and ideas that continue to shape perioperative medicine. 

Co-convenors, Perioperative Medicine SIG meeting 2026
Dr Ianthe Boden, Dr Nicola Broadbent, Dr Tracy-Lee Jansen, Dr Telena Kerkham, Dr Rajni Lal

Registration

Register now for the 2026 Perioperative Medicine SIG meeting.

Your registration will include all refreshment breaks, the welcome reception and plenary sessions on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. 

All registration fees are quoted in Australian dollars and are inclusive of GST.

Program and speakers

Please click here to view the program. While the program continues to evolve, we are delighted to confirm the following speakers who will be joining us at the meeting.

Workshop

Thursday 26 November: 8-10am and 10.30am-12.30pm 
Perioperative medicine course – supervisor training

Graduates of the Chapter of Perioperative Medicine are highly encouraged to step into the role of supervisor for the world-first POM Course, joining multi-disciplinary clinicians leading the field of perioperative medicine. The supervisor training prepares GChPOM holders to effectively supervise participants during clinical immersion, guide assessment processes, and ensure alignment with course learning outcomes. Current supervisors are also encouraged to attend, to benefit from the refreshed approach and new resources designed to support a consistent and high-quality supervision experience. 

Requirement: To attend this session delegates must be a Graduate of Chapter of Perioperative Medicine (GChPOM). Slots are very limited. All attendees will have a short pre-meeting activity to complete via Learn@ANZCA.  

Accommodation

A limited number of rooms are available at the Crowne Plaza Hobart at a special conference rate. Delegates are responsible for making and paying for their own accommodation arrangements. Click here to secure your discounted rate.

Continuing professional development (CPD)

Participants in the ANZCA and FPM CPD program will automatically have their attendance auto-populated to their CPD portfolio within a month of the conclusion of the meeting.

ANZCA and FPM CPD program
This event is claimable by ANZCA and FPM CPD participants within the knowledge and skills category.

• Category 2: Knowledge and skills
  Lectures/plenary sessions under "Learning sessions".
• Workshops and small group discussions under "Short format learning" activity.

If you're not a member of our CPD program
If you’re not participating in the ANZCA and FPM CPD program, please check with your respective college/provider regarding your CPD classifications. Post-event, you may request an electronic certificate of attendance for CPD evidence from the event organiser.

Call for scientific abstracts

We invite abstracts of research and audit work relevant for poster presentations at the meeting.

Abstract format

1. Originality. The abstract submitted must be of an original scientific nature and must not have been published previously or accepted for publication in whole, or in part, by any medical journals before 1 July 2025.
2. Number of submissions. Authors may submit more than one paper.
3. Acknowledgement of receipt. Upon submission, authors will receive confirmation by email.
4. Mode of presentation. Presentations will be displayed in electronic format. Further information will be available closer to the meeting.
5. Registration. All presenters are required to register and pay for the registration fee. Failure to do so will result in exclusion from the final program.
6. Publication. Abstracts may be published on the ANZCA website.

Abstract format

• Word limit. Abstracts must not exceed 400 words. A maximum of 3 tables or figures saved in JPEG/GIF/ TIF format with resolution of at least 300 dpi can be included in your abstract.
• Abstract title. The abstract title must be in Initial Capital / lower case format, e.g. The online abstract submission. The title should be brief and descriptive.
• Author information. Please include the first name in full and family name of the author(s) and do NOT include degrees or professional titles (Dr, PhD, Prof, MD, etc.).
• Content. Each abstract must contain sufficient details for evaluation. Make the abstract as informative as possible. Clearly indicate the aims and conclusions supported by data. Results stated in the abstracts must be complete (though concise) and final. It is unsatisfactory to use statements such as "data will be presented" or "results will be discussed".

Organise the body of the abstract as follows:

• (a) Introduction.
• (b) Methods.
• (c) Results.
• (d) Conclusions.
• (e) A limited number of references.

Use standard abbreviations and generic drug names. Place unusual abbreviations or acronyms in parentheses after first use. Do not identify author(s) or institution(s) in text.

The cut-off date for abstract submission is 20 October and notifications will be emailed week commencing 27 October.

The top five posters will be selected for a plenary session, with five minutes allowed for presentation with slides and two minutes for Q&A by a panel of judges. The finalists will compete for an award. The poster presentation session will take place on Friday 27 November at 8.15am.

For further information and/or to submit your poster, please contact events.

Sponsorship opportunities

If you wish to be an exhibitor at the 2026 Perioperative Medicine SIG meeting, please view the HCI prospectus and complete the application form.

To see the sponsorship opportunities for all our events, please click here.

Things to do in Hobart and suggested restaurants 

• Mona – Museum of Old and New Art
• Kunanyi / Mount Wellington
• Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery
• Hobart Historic Walking Tour
• Restaurant - Restaurant Maria 
• Restaurant - Landscape Restaurant and Grill
• Restaurant - Ogee
• Restaurant Bar Wa Izakaya

Contact us

For further information, please contact the events team.