«Spreading Knowledge, Transforming Care»
The European Society of Regional Anaesthesia and Pain Therapy (ESRA)
is delighted to invite you to Oslo in 2025
for its 42nd Annual Congress
WELCOME MESSAGE
Dear Colleagues, Friends and Collaborators
The world comes closer in regional anesthesia and pain medicine so that our journey continues. The 42nd European Society of Regional Anaesthesia and Pain Therapy (ESRA) annual congress will take place in global city Oslo with a unique mix of futuristic architecture and old world charm in the stunning Oslofjord.
A vibrant and rich city full of fun spirit nearby nature invites. Ranking high on sustainability Norways capital offers discoveries into the history of Vikings, the polar region, the largest sculpture park and the Munch museum, to name a few.
The Congress Scientific and Local Organizing Committees, supported by an extensive International Experts Group, have built an comprehensive and high-quality Scientific Program for both young and experienced Delegates.
More than 100 well-respected international experts and KOL, as well as the rising stars of the future, all serving on our faculty team. Joining together an audience of many thousands of participants, with a representation from more than 50 countries from all over the world, this is Your opportunity in 2025 to network, as well as to share and underpin the latest updates, advancements and leading–edge research and innovation across the spectrum of Regional Anaesthesia (RA), Perioperative care, PocUS (Point of Care Ultrasound) and Acute Postoperative & chronic Pain Management.
Traditionally, the ESRA Annual Congress is included amongst the most influential Anaesthesia and Pain Medicine platforms for clinicians, researchers, scientists and industry representatives from all over the world, with its high scientific standard being recognized and highly rated by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education.
We again drive interactivity, deepen collaboration, accelerate promotion of science and networking, and encourage knowledge sharing, via state-of-the-art presentations on our fields, as well as by highlighting new insights into basic science, clinical research and therapeutic interventions.
This Meeting Format will again encourage an active interplay in between faculty and delegates, framed by your input, commitment and pro-action. Accordingly, the Scientific Program will comprise of:
- multiple exciting learning opportunities specifically designed for Residents, Trainees and Fellows.
- Free Papers and E–Posters Sessions to be rewarded with numerous prizes on RA and Chronic Pain
- Video-, Infographis- & Foto – Contest.
- a busy large exhibition area will be available for the presentation of latest innovations from our industry supporters.
- written and oral exams of the well–established EDRA and EDPM ESRA Diplomas will take place in parallel with the congress main scientific program, or as a post-congress activity.
Last but not least, a variety of social activities and unique networking events will be organized, such as the Congress Opening Ceremony & Welcome Session, an exceptional Networking Reception, the Networking on The Run (formerly known as FUN run), the Trainees & Diplomates Reception, the Annual Networking Dinner & Celebration, and the Farewell Reception at the end of the congress, all befitting in Prague, our ideal location.
Counting everbodys support, enthusiasm and fruitful participation, we are preparing another inspiring congress, and we are excited to have you all along our side! On behalf of the organizing team, we look forward to sharing and interacting with our colleagues across the globe and meet you all in former Christiania, the Tiger City,
in September 2025, for another memorable experience!
Networking Sessions and Symposia
Plenary Experts’ Panel Discussions
Instructional Refresher Course Lectures
PRO CON Debates
Ask the Expert Interactive Sessions
Second Opinion Discussion Sessions
Tips & Tricks Sessions
Problem Based Learning Discussions (PBLD)
Video contest
RAPM session
Complex Case Discussions
Audience-Submitted Content / Q&A
Hands-On Clinical & Cadaver Workshops
Trainees Sessions
LIVE Demonstrations on Models
Simulation Courses – Sessions
Eleni Moka
ESRA President
Thomas Volk
ESRA Past President
