The workshops are only taking place on Thursday 19th June

Workshops will run in parallel to the main sessions. Please check the Programme for further information and to check for schedule clashes.

Numbers are limited per session and will be sold on a first come basis. Tickets can be purchased as part of the registration form.



First Session: 09:00 - 10:30 | Second Session: 11:00 - 12:30

In this workshop you will have the chance to learn about extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) demonstrated by experts in the field using ECMO simulators. You will learn about cannulation techniques and how to run ECMO circuits.

Faculty: Lisa Carson, Caroline Sampson, Chris Harvey & Gail Faulkner

First Session: 13:45 - 15:15 | Second Session: 15:45 - 17:15

In this workshop you will have the opportunity to learn about a focused transoesophageal echocardiography (TOE) examination using TOE simulators being taught by echo experts in the field. This will give a basic understanding of image acquisition and interpretation useful for post cardiac surgical haemodynamic assessment in the ICU.

Faculty: Michael Schupp, Justiaan Swanevelder & Johan Bence

First Session: 09:00 - 10:30 | Second Session: 11:00 - 12:30

In this workshop you will gain an understanding of how to perform regional anaesthesia nerve blocks suitable for use in cardiac and thoracic surgery, demonstrated by experts in the field.

Faculty: Mario Cibelli & Bilal Ansari