OASIS26 Auckland
27 - 28 March 2026
See you there!
Welcome to OASIS26 Auckland!
On behalf of the Organising Committee, we are thrilled to extend our warmest invitation to the Obstetric Anaesthesia Special Interest Symposium 2026 (OASIS26), an event dedicated to advancing excellence in obstetric anaesthesia care. We kick off on Friday, 27 March, with our Obstetric-themed workshops at Auckland City Hospital, followed by the one-day symposium at The Domes of Auckland Zoo on Saturday, 28 March.
OASIS26 continues our tradition of fostering learning in the latest advancements and challenges of obstetric anaesthesia with a strong focus on delivering world-class care for wāhine in Aotearoa. Lectures from the multidisciplinary team at National Women’s Health will explore advances in managing complex medical obstetric cases, approaches to caesarean-related anxiety, and emerging technologies shaping the future of care for women. Renowned for its warm, collegial atmosphere, OASIS26 brings together delegates and industry partners not just as professionals but as a united community committed to improving outcomes for women.
Jo Doa, Mei Soo and Nicola Broadbent
OASIS26 Convenors
Workshops
Friday, 27 March 2026
Clinical Education Centre
Auckland Hospital
The OASIS workshops are returning to the Clinical Education Centre at Auckland City Hospital with Emergency Response workshops
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Major Obstetric Haemorrhage
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Anaphylaxis in Obstetrics.
Each of these small group interactive seminars will be available for either morning (10am to 12pm) or afternoon (1 to 3pm) sessions and are limited to 30 participants per session.
Additionally, we are exploring two exciting new options:
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A Communication Skills workshop designed to enhance communication in high-pressure situations involving patients, relatives, and colleagues.
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A Simulation Airway Emergency Response workshop with expert-led training focused on Can’t Intubate, Can’t Oxygenate (CICO) emergencies, front-of-neck access techniques, ensuring confidence and competence in managing airway crises.
The Emergency Response workshops are accredited by the Australia and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (ANZCA) CPD Programme.
Scientific Programme
Saturday, 28 March 2026
The Domes, Auckland Zoo
Western Springs, Auckland
Advances in Obstetric Medicine and Metabolic Disease in Pregnancy
9.30am
Registration opens
with tea, coffee and morning tea
10am
Mihi Whakatau and Welcome
Dr Jack Hill and Dr Mei Soo, Consultant Anaesthetists, Auckland City Hospital
10.10am
What's New in Obstetric Anaesthesia
Dr Chimay Pandit, Consultant Anaesthetist, Auckland City Hospital
10.55am
Hormonal Havoc: Navigating Endocrine Dilemmas in Pregnancy
TBC
11.40am
Weighty Matters: Bariatric Surgery and Pregnancy
TBC
12.25pm
Questions
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12.40pm
Lunch
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Social Events at OASIS26
OASIS26 Welcome Function
Venue TBA
Friday 27 March, 5.30 - 8pm
Join us for a relaxed and welcoming evening, where great conversations, fine refreshments, and locally inspired canapés set the tone for the day ahead. The Welcome Function has long been a favourite among returning delegates—a chance to catch up with familiar faces, meet new colleagues, and ease into the symposium in a warm and inclusive setting. We can’t wait to see you there!
OASIS26 Conference Dinner
Te Puna, Auckland Zoo
Saturday, 28th March, 5.30 -11pm
A Night of Elegance and Exploration
Discover Te Puna, hidden within the South East Asia Jungle Track. Overlooking the tranquil lake and lush wetlands, this stunning venue sets the stage for an unforgettable night of celebration, connection, and inspiration. Savour cocktails and gourmet canapés as you unwind on the expansive deck, and where you'll witness the breathtaking sight of orangutans and Siamang gibbons moving effortlessly through the treetops along aerial pathways that stretch across their habitat.
It’s a rare opportunity to engage with fellow delegates in a space that reflects progress, innovation, and a deep respect for the natural world. And as the sun sets over the lake, casting a golden glow over the wetlands, it will mark the perfect finale to OASIS26 - a time to celebrate achievements, build new relationships, and look ahead to the future of anaesthesia.
Join us for a night that promises to be as inspiring as it is unforgettable.
Contact Us
Registration for OASIS opens in September 2025
Address
National Women's Educational Trust
c/o Department of Anaesthesia
Women's Health
Level 9, Auckland City Hospital
2 Park Road, Grafton
Auckland 1023