Welcome to Annual Congress 2025
Join us on Thursday, 15th, and Friday, 16th May 2025, at University College Dublin (UCD). This two-day event promises to be an inspiring and dynamic experience, featuring a distinguished lineup of international and national speakers.
Engage in thought-provoking discussions, explore diverse sessions, and take advantage of exceptional networking opportunities. With 10 interactive workshops available, there is something for everyone. Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and grow—we look forward to welcoming you!
Below is a list of key dates for Annual Congress 2025. Please note that some dates are subject to change.
2025 Key Dates
| Early Bird Registration Opens | Wednesday 15th January 2025 |
| Delaney Medal Submission Opens | Friday 17th January 2025 |
| ePoster Submission Opens | Friday 17th January 2025 |
| Student Medical Essay Submission Opens | Friday 17th January 2025 |
| Early Bird Registration Closes | Thursday 17th April 2025 |
| Regular Registration Pricing Opens | Friday 18th April 2025 |
| Delaney Medal Submission Closes | Friday 28th March 2025 |
| ePoster Submission Closes | Friday 28th March 2025 |
| Student Medical Essay Submission Closes | Friday 28th March 2025 |
Any queries, please email events@coa.ie
You can download our progamme here, please note content is subject to change.
| Tariff types | One Day | Both days |
|---|---|---|
| Consultant | €210.00 | €420.00 |
| NCHD/Trainee | €95.00 | €185.00 |
| Retired fellows | €65.00 | €120.00 |
| Nurses | €95.00 | €185.00 |
| Medical Students | €50.00 | €70.00 |
Workshop sessions: €100 per workshop
For CPD-SS registrations please email events@coa.ie
We are thrilled to announce that this year’s Annual Congress will feature 10 diverse and engaging workshops, offering you the opportunity to tailor your experience over the course of the two-day event.
| THURSDAY 15TH MAY 2025 | FRIDAY 16TH MAY 2025 |
| 9am – 12pm: Airways Workshop | 9am – 10:30am: Reflective Practice |
| 11am – 1pm: Essentials of QI | 10:30am – 1:30pm: ISRA Day 2 |
| 1:30pm – 4:30pm: ISRA Day 1 | 11am – 12:30pm: PCS Workshop |
| 1:30pm – 4:30pm: POCUS | 12:45pm – 2pm: Credentials Workshop |
| 1pm – 2:30pm: Resilence Training | |
| 1:30pm – 4:30pm: TIVA |
Workshop sessions: €100 per workshop
For CPD-SS registrations please email events@coa.ie
We are pleased to announce that ePoster submissions for Congress 2025 is now open.
This is an excellent opportunity to present your insights and share your learning experiences with the wider community.
Submissions are welcome from:
- Anaesthetists in Training
- Fellows of the College of Anaesthesiologists of Ireland (in good standing)
- Joint Faculty of Intensive Care members
- Members of the Intensive Care Multidisciplinary Team (including Nurses, Physiotherapists, and Pharmacists—Consultants and Non-Consultants)
- Medical Students and Scientists under supervision in Intensive Care Medicine or Anaesthesiology
Submission Guidelines:
- Submissions are now open
- Please send all submissions to: eposterscongress@coa.ie
- Please use the approved ePoster template exclusively.
- ePosters may cover the following topics:
- Audit
- Single case learning presentations
- Series of clinical cases
- Literature reviews
- Submission Deadline: Friday 28th March 2025
Note: Original research or larger quality improvement projects should be submitted for the Delaney Medal instead.
We look forward to reviewing your ePosters and showcasing your valuable contributions at Congress 2025!
The College of Anaesthesiologists of Ireland is delighted to invite applications for the prestigious Delaney Medal, commemorating the late Dr. Edmund Delaney.
Awarded by the Council of the College, this distinguished honour recognizes outstanding presentations on topics related to anaesthetic practice. The competition is open to trainees in anaesthesia for work conducted in Ireland.
This medal represents a unique opportunity for trainees to showcase their expertise, contribute to the advancement of anaesthetic practice, and gain recognition for their dedication and achievements.
Submission Details:
- Submissions Open Now
- Please send all submissions to: congressabstracts@coa.ie
- Deadline: Friday, 28th March 2025
- Please review the submission guidelines and criteria carefully before applying.
We encourage all eligible trainees to participate and look forward to receiving your submissions.
The Delaney Medal is kindly sponsored by Critical Care Partners.
The College of Anaesthesiologists of Ireland invites all medical students currently enrolled in medical schools across Ireland to participate in our essay competition.
The topic is:
“The Human Factor: Exploring the Role of Communication in Preventing Medical Errors“
We encourage students to approach this subject with independent thought and explore the topic creatively.
Competition Details:
- Submissions Now Open
- Eligibility: Open to all medical students registered in medical schools on the island of Ireland
- Essay Length: Maximum of 1000 words, with up to 5 references (references are not included in the word count)
- Presentation: The winner will be invited to present their essay at the National Patient Safety Meeting in November 2025
- Please send all submissions to: patient.safety@coa.ie
- Deadline: Friday, 28th March 2025
We look forward to receiving your submissions.
For further information contact Nicola Knowles at events@coa.ie