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Applications Open – Specialist Training Programme in Pain Medicine We are pleased to advise that applications are now open for the new Specialist Training Programme in Pain Medicine for posts commencing July 2026. Successful applicants will be appointed to the two-year run through programme. Applications close at 5PM on Monday, September 15th 2025. Applications are made to painmedicine@coa.ie.  Below a list of requirements for each application: A copy of the applicant’s CV Cover Letter Evidence of CSCST in Anaesthesiology or Document confirming entry onto the…

The International Federation of Head and Neck Oncological Societies meeting will be held in the RCSI, St Stephen’s Green on 12th & 13th September this year for anyone that has an interest in Head and Neck Cancer Surgery and Airway Anaesthesia https://www.ifhnosdublin2025.com/

Vascular Access – Train the Trainer DayDate: Wednesday 17th September 2025Venue: College of Anaesthesiologists of Ireland (CAI) The College of Anaesthesiologists of Ireland will host the Vascular Access – Train the Trainer Day on Wednesday 17th September. This course is designed for doctors aiming to become tutors in assessing trainees on both simulation and patient vascular access procedures. It also caters to doctors on the credentials pathway who need to complete the Vascular Access Course. The programme is approved for 8 CPD points. For further…

The Department of Anaesthesia, Royal Victoria Eye and Ear Hospital, in association with The College of Anaesthesiologists of Ireland and Irish College of Ophthalmologists presents: A workshop for anaesthesiologists and ophthalmologists comprising lectures and local anaesthetic block demonstrations. When: Tuesday, 4th November 2025 Where: Education & Conference Centre, RVEEH CME: 6 CPD points awarded Fee: Consultant: €300 NCHD/Trainee: €175 CPD-SS can be used to register Limited spaces available. Register Here            View Full Programme Please email events@coa.ie if you want to be put on a waitlist if spaces…

Are you a trainee in anaesthesiology with a passion for patient safety? Here’s your opportunity to present your work at NAPSAC 2025 as part of the prestigious KP Moore Competition. Date: 14th November 2025 Location: Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Dublin We are now accepting abstract submissions on the following topics: • Patient Safety in Anaesthesia • Research, Audit, or Quality Improvement • Safety Enhancement Projects Submission Deadline: Monday, 22nd September at 4PM Submit your abstract: www.anaesthesia.ie Queries: patient.safety@coa.ie Showcase your commitment to improving patient care…

The Adult Critical Care Transport Course, was developed by the Critical Care and Retrieval Services (CCRS) to meet the training needs of the multi-disciplinary team of doctors, nurses and NAS Personnel involved in the transport of a critically ill adult patient by ambulance.  This blended learning course addresses the elements encountered when transporting critically ill adult patients, e.g. preparation, emergencies, human factors. There is mandatory pre learning required prior to the face to face simulation session. This course is run in many hospitals around the…

EDRA preparation course 2025 DATE: Friday 1st August 2025 VENUE: College of Anaesthesiologists of Ireland BOOKING via www.ISRA.ie or QR code in the poster attached FEATURING: • Updates on EDRA examination • Part 1 preparation with focused lectures and mock MCQs • Part 2B preparation with mock landmark/ultrasound techniques • Expert faculty of EDRA diplomates Download More Information Here: EDRA prep 2025 advertisement

This is a reminder about our upcoming Information Webinar on the Irish Medical Council’s new PCS Framework for 2025/2026. This free information session will take place this evening, Monday 23rd June at 6.00pm, and will explain the new PCS requirements in more detail, provide advice on completing the Professional Development Plan (Planning CPD), and include a live demonstration of the e-portfolio system, Risr/advance. Please click the link below to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Bfdizxm2SUeSMz2L2TQ10w In addition, we would welcome your questions and feedback to help us improve future…