DATE: 5th – 9th October 2026 PLACE: Conrad Algrave, Quinta do Lago, Algarve, Portugal
Conrad Algarve Hotel Estrada da Quinta do Lago, 8135-106 Almancil, Quinta do Lago, Algarve, Portugal
Previous edition in 2024
Get ready for an exhilarating journey at the Monothematic ESRA Conference!
The 2026 edition goes beyond a traditional meeting, offering a vibrant blend of cutting-edge science and high-quality leisure. It delivers a comprehensive and authoritative update on the latest developments in anaesthesia, with this year’s spotlight on ‘Shaping the Modern Perioperative Pathway.’
Over five days, the programme features ultrasound demonstrations, engaging pro–con debates, and expert-led lectures addressing the most important advancements in the field with a strong emphasis on quality improvement. Our outstanding faculty will offer a wide-ranging perspective on current challenges and innovations in anaesthesia and perioperative outcomes. The novel programme combines insights from leading specialists with ample opportunities for discussion and exchange. In addition to the scientific programme, participants will have plenty of time to enjoy and explore the exceptional beauty of the surrounding Algarve region.
Don’t miss this exceptional educational opportunity and join us in the Algarve for a perfect balance of learning and relaxation. We look forward to welcoming you to the 2026 Monothematic ESRA Conference!
The programme can be subject to change.
17:00 – 17:05 Opening of the Meeting Narinder Rawal and Marc Van de Velde
17:05 – 17:25 General or Regional Anaesthesia: Does it Influence Outcomes? Girish Joshi
17:25 – 17:45 NSAIDs and Metamizole: the Good, the Bad and the Ugly Marc Van de Velde
17:45 – 18:05 Optimising Spinal Anaesthesia Narinder Rawal
18:05 – 18:25 Fascial Plane Blocks – Current State of the Art Rebecca Heinen
18:25 – 18:45 ERAS: Core Principles and Key Components Alan MacFarlane
18:45 – 19:00 Discussion
16:00 – 16:20 Methodology Girish Joshi
16:20 – 16:40 The Concept of Basic Analgesia Marc Van de Velde
16:40 – 17:00 Dexamethasone: the Golden Bullet? Eva Roofthooft
17:00 – 17:20 Wound Infiltration and LIA Explained Narinder Rawal
17:20 – 17:40 Discussion
17:40 – 18:00 Coffee Break
18:00 – 18:20 Role of Surgical Techniques in Postoperative Pain Narinder Rawal
18:20 – 18:40 Recommendations for Orthopaedic Surgery Eric Albrecht
18:40 – 19:00 Recommendations for Thoracic Surgery Girish Joshi
19:00 – 19:20 Recommendations for Caesarean Section and Abdominal Surgery Eva Roofthooft
19:20 – 19:30 The PROSPECT Project – How Can We Improve It? Marc Van de Velde
19:30 – 20:00 Discussion
16:15 – 17:00 Intrathecal or Epidural Morphine for Postoperative Pain after Caesarean Section PRO Nuala Lucas CON Marc Van de Velde
17:00 – 17:20 Fast Track Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery Rebecca Heinen
17:20 – 17:50 Discussion
17:50 – 18:20 Coffee Break
18:20 – 18:40 Continuous Spinal Anaesthesia Alan McFarlane
18:40 – 19:00 Regional Anaesthesia for Vascular and Urological Surgery Nuala Lucas
19:00 – 19:40 This House Believes ERAS Improves Outcomes PRO Eric Albrecht CON Narinder Rawal
19:40 – 20:00 Discussion
08:00 – 08:30 From Acute to Chronic Pain: Mechanisms and Prevention Patricia Lavand’homme
08:30 – 09:00 Old Substances for Chronic Pain Revisited: Gabapentinoids, Ketamine, Opioids Athmaja Thottungal
09:00 – 09:30 Chronic Pelvic Pain Athmaja Thottungal
09:30 – 10:00 Interdisciplinary Approach to Chronic Pain Patricia Lavand’homme
10:00 – 10:30 Coffee Break
10:30 – 11:00 New Substances for Chronic Pain: Cannabinoids, Psychedelic Drugs and Immunotherapy Patricia Lavand’homme
11:00 – 11:30 Ultrasound Demonstration: Interventions for Chronic Pain Athmaja Thottungal
11:30 – 12:00 Discussion
09:00 – 09:25 Neurologic Deficit After Peripheral Nerve Blocks Eric Albrecht
09:25 – 09:50 PDPH: Recent Guidelines Nuala Lucas
09:50 – 10:15 Fascial Plane Blocks and LAST Girish Joshi
10:15 – 10:30 Discussion
10:30 – 11:00 Coffee Break
11:00 – 12:00 Final Burning Questions and Discussion from the Audience with All Faculty Narinder Rawal and Marc Van de Velde
12:00 – 12:05 Closing of the Meeting Marc Van de Velde and Narinder Rawal
* Included in the registration fees are daily coffee breaks, dinner on Tuesday and Wednesday, lunch on Thursday and Friday, as well as the Welcome Reception on Monday night
Payment of registration fees (in EUR) can be made as follows:
By Credit Card online: Visa or MasterCard By Bank Transfer (additional 30 EUR handling fee is required):
Please make drafts payable to:
ESRA KBC Grimbergen IBAN BE72 7340 2880 9716 BIC KREDBEBB
Please be aware of our cancellation policy.
All cancellations must be electronically mailed to office@esraeurope.org Refund of registration fee will be as follows, minus the applicable processing fees of the initial payment:
Please note that administration fees (30 euros) for offline payments are non-refundable in the event of cancellation.
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