Working Together
We are delighted to invite you to the Aotearoa NZ Perioperative Symposium, a special one-day event bringing together a multidisciplinary programme of local and international experts in perioperative care.
The symposium is open to anyone working and collaborating in the field of perioperative medicine.
Working together is the theme of the symposium, reflecting the benefits of multidisciplinary team collaboration, working together to provide the best care for our patients.
This event is hosted by the anaesthesia department of Te Whatu Ora Waitematā and parent organisations the ANZCA New Zealand National Committee and the New Zealand Society of Anaesthetists (NZSA).
The event will be held in the lead-up to the Aotearoa NZ Anaesthesia Annual Scientific Meeting.
We look forward to welcoming you to this event that will bring together our perioperative community here in Aotearoa New Zealand.
We encourage you to register early.
Ngā mihi nui,
Drs Karen Hye-Won Park & Daniel Chiang
Convenor / Scientific Convenor,
Aotearoa NZ Perioperative Symposium 2024
Including Guest Speakers
Prof Andrew Hill
General and Colorectal Surgeon, Auckland
Prof Andrew Hill
General and Colorectal Surgeon, Auckland
I am a Professor of Surgery and Colorectal Surgeon at the University of Auckland and a General and Colorectal Surgeon at Te Whatu Ora Counties Manukau. I have established an internationally recognised research group in peri-operative care at Middlemore Hospital in South Auckland, and have made seminal contributions to understanding of the metabolic response to surgery.
I have over 350 peer-reviewed publications, most in the areas of peri-operative care or medical education. My work has been published in the top journals in their fields, including JAMA Surgery, Annals of Surgery, and the British Journal of Surgery.
This body of work was recognised by the award of the premier research award of the RACS, the John Mitchell Crouch Fellowship, in 2014 and election to Fellowship of the Royal Society of New Zealand. I am is regularly invited to speak at meetings in Europe, the Americas, Asia, and Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand, am a reviewer for >30 journals and review for research funding organisations in the Netherlands, UK, Italy, Canada, the USA and Australasia. I serve or have served on seven editorial boards and am a section editor of the ANZ Journal of Surgery.
I play a major role in research supervision and leadership. I have supervised nearly 25 doctoral students, including multiple Maori and Pacific doctors. My research students have received >30 awards locally and internationally, including two Fulbright Scholarships.
I am an RACS councillor and have acted as scientific convenor of conferences in Australasia, Asia and Europe. I am the President of the ANZ Chapter of the American College of Surgeons and a past President of the International Society of Surgery.
Prof Bobbie Jean Sweitzer
Anaesthesiologist & Physician, Systems Director Perioperative Practice, Inova Health, USA
Prof Bobbie Jean Sweitzer
Anaesthesiologist & Physician, Systems Director Perioperative Practice, Inova Health, USA
Dr. BobbieJean Sweitzer is dual trained and boarded in anesthesiology and internal medicine. She is Systems Director, Preoperative Medicine, Inova Health, Falls Church, Virginia, and Professor of Medical Education, University of Virginia. Dr. Sweitzer is an author and the editor of Preoperative Assessment and Management (currently 3rd edition). She has authored over 100 peer-reviewed manuscripts and abstracts and over 30 book chapters.
She lectures nationally and internationally on preoperative medicine and ambulatory surgery topics. She is the Executive Editor of A&A Practice, and on the editorial boards of Anesthesiology and Anesthesia and Analgesia. She hosts a monthly podcast for Anesthesiology, the premier journal of the American Society of Anesthesiologists.
Dr. Sweitzer is immediate past President of the Society of Ambulatory Anesthesia (SAMBA). She is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians, the American Society of Anesthesiologists and SAMBA.
She is an elected member of the Association of University Anesthesiologists, and a founding member of the Governing Board and past President of the Society of Perioperative Assessment and Quality Improvement. She is a founding member of the Society for Anesthesia and Sleep Medicine.
Dr Daniel Chiang
Consultant Anaesthesiologist, North Shore Hospital
Dr Daniel Chiang
Consultant Anaesthesiologist, North Shore Hospital
Dr Eileen Merriman
Haematologist, North Shore Hospital, Auckland
Dr Eileen Merriman
Haematologist, North Shore Hospital, Auckland
A/Prof Hairil Rizal Abdullah
Anaesthesiologist, Singapore General Hospital
A/Prof Hairil Rizal Abdullah
Anaesthesiologist, Singapore General Hospital
Dr Hanna van Waart
Senior Research Fellow, University of Auckland
Dr Hanna van Waart
Senior Research Fellow, University of Auckland
Hanna van Waart (PhD) is a senior research fellow at Waipapa Taumata Rau | University of Auckland. She is an exercise scientist from the Netherlands, where she evaluated the effect of exercise during chemotherapy in a large multicentre randomized controlled trial at the Netherlands Cancer Institute.
She has authored many papers in exercise oncology, including the highly impactful effect of exercise during chemotherapy. She co-leads the Cancer Prehabilitation research group at Waipapa Taumata Rau | University of Auckland with dr Seretny.
The group holds grants aimed at developing patient-centred prehabilitation for people with cancer while also developing a programme aimed at understanding the biological mechanisms that underpin the benefits of prehabilitation. She is a current of the Cancer Society New Zealand. She also co-leads the national special interest group Supportive Cancer Care.
Dr Hari Talreja
Renal Physician, Counties Manukau Health
Dr Hari Talreja
Renal Physician, Counties Manukau Health
Dr Hari Talreja is a Renal Physician with special interest in Hypertension and Kidney Transplantation. He works at Counties Manukau Health (CMH), and is the Clinical Lead for Hypertension. He also practices in private at Ormiston Specialist Centre and Gilgit Road Specialist Centre. He is an Honorary Senior Lecturer at University of Auckland.
Hari received his medical degree from University of Mumbai, India following which he undertook specialist training in General Medicine and Nephrology. He then moved to Canada for advanced training, and completed fellowships in Renal Medicine including Dialysis Therapies, Hypertension and Kidney Transplantation from University of Ottawa. He is a certified American Society of Hypertension-certified 'Specialist in Clinical Hypertension'. Hari also has a master's degree from the prestigious Harvard University, and is one of the Harvard Alumni in NZ.
Hari is passionate about his work and is committed to his patients. This is the reason he holds key portfolios in his role at CMH. He developed the Hypertension Clinic at CMH eleven years ago. He is a frequent speaker at various conferences, and is involved in clinical research. He was also part of the ANZDATA NZ working group, and is a reviewer for a couple of medical journals. He also does weekly radio talks on a local radio station in Auckland. He has also been working closely with The Goodfellow Unit, which delivers continuing professional development for primary healthcare professionals.
Dr Jasmine Tan
Endocrinologist and Nephrologist, Counties Manukau and Auckland Hospital
Dr Jasmine Tan
Endocrinologist and Nephrologist, Counties Manukau and Auckland Hospital
Jasmine is a dual trained Consultant Endocrinologist and Nephrologist who practices at both Counties Manukau District Health Board, and Auckland District Health Board.
Jasmine received her medical degree from the University of Sydney and completed physician training within the Western Sydney and Auckland training networks. During this time, Jasmine was able to combine her dual training to develop clinical expertise and research interest in hypertension and diabetic kidney disease. In 2013, she was awarded New Zealand Diabetes Foundation Research Fellowship to investigate diabetes kidney disease and hypertension interventions in people with diabetes.
Jasmine is a founding member of the New Zealand Specialist Hypertension Research Group, a group of clinicians and scientists that aims to provide an integrated platform for translational research in Hypertension. She also serves in the executive committee of the New Zealand Society of Endocrinology.
Jenny Sung
University of Auckland
Jenny Sung
University of Auckland
Jenny is a registered nurse in the perioperative department and holds an academic position at the University of Auckland (Waipapa Taumata Rau), where she is pursuing her PhD.
Her current research projects include the investigation of the incidence and management of complications in PACU and the design, implementation and impact of an extended stay postoperative care unit guideline for patients. She is also actively involved in the project, intending to explore the impact of extended PACU stay on the hip fracture patient population. Jenny is interested in improving quality and optimising the perioperative pathways of patients.
Prof Joyce Yeung
Anaesthesiologist & Critical Care, University of Warwick, USA
Prof Joyce Yeung
Anaesthesiologist & Critical Care, University of Warwick, USA
Prof Julian Paton
Translational Physiologist, University of Auckland
Prof Julian Paton
Translational Physiologist, University of Auckland
Prof Ki Jinn Chin
Anaesthesiologist, Dept of Anaesthesia & Pain Medicine, University of Toronto, Canada
Prof Ki Jinn Chin
Anaesthesiologist, Dept of Anaesthesia & Pain Medicine, University of Toronto, Canada
Dr Min Yee Seow
Orthogeriatrician, Te Whatu Ora Waitemata
Dr Min Yee Seow
Orthogeriatrician, Te Whatu Ora Waitemata
Dr Phyllis Phukubye-Johnson
Consultant Anaesthetist, Te Whatu Ora Waitemata
Dr Phyllis Phukubye-Johnson
Consultant Anaesthetist, Te Whatu Ora Waitemata
Dr. Phukubye-Johnson is a specialist anaesthetist committed to delivering patient-centered care and advancing the field of perioperative medicine through research, innovation, and leadership.
She is a Fellow of both ANZCA and CMSA, with experience across South Africa and New Zealand. Currently serving as a Consultant anaesthetist at Waitemata DHB, Dr. Phukubye-Johnson is pursuing the inaugural Chapter in Perioperative Medicine by ANZCA, which focuses on upskilling specialists in managing the entire surgical-patient journey, from preoperative assessment to postoperative care, with a focus on optimizing patient outcomes and improving the overall quality of care.
Her research spans diverse areas, from examining the impact of operating room conditions to exploring the use of telehealth in anaesthesia. A graduate of the Certificate in Digital Health from Harvard University, she is particularly interested in how digital tools can optimize perioperative outcomes.
Her current research focuses on the influence of sarcopenia and myosteatosis on emergency laparotomy patients. Dr. Phukubye-Johnson’s leadership in the field extends beyond her clinical and research activities. As an executive committee member of the ANZCA Women's Empowerment and Leadership Initiative (WELi) Outcomes Committee, she plays a role in driving research around mentorship programs designed to support and empower women in medical leadership.
WELi is a pioneering initiative dedicated to fostering equity, promoting career advancement, and cultivating leadership opportunities for women in anaesthesiology and pain medicine. Dr. Phukubye-Johnson demonstrates her unwavering commitment to creating a more inclusive and equitable medical landscape.
Dr Róisín Coary
Geriatrician, Tallaght University Hospital
Dr Róisín Coary
Geriatrician, Tallaght University Hospital
Dr Sharon Wu
Dietitian, University of Auckland
Dr Sharon Wu
Dietitian, University of Auckland
Programme
Registration Fees
The symposium is open to anyone working and collaborating in the field of perioperative medicine.
Earlybird registration closes: 6 October, 2024
Standard fees apply from: 7 October, 2024
Earlybird (by 6 October) | Standard (from 7 October) | |
Specialist / Physician | $450 | $500 |
Trainee / Anaesthetic Technician / Nurse / Allied Health | $350 | $400 |
- Symposium sessions
- Symposium catering (morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea)
Terms and Conditions
By registering for the Aotearoa NZ Perioperative Symposium, you agree to the terms and conditions.
Up to and including 6 October: Payment can be made on invoice by direct credit (account details will be included on your invoice), or credit card (Visa, Mastercard or Amex).
From 7 October: You will be required to pay by credit card (Visa, Mastercard or Amex) during the online registration process.
Credit card statements will show debit as Outshine Ltd and incur a 2% booking fee.
All prices are quoted in New Zealand dollars and include GST. Credit card payments are processed via a secure Windcave gateway, a Level 1 service provider compliant with PCI DSS version 2.0. Registration confirmation and a tax invoice will be sent via email upon receipt of online registration.
If your organisation is paying your registration fee and has specific billing requirements, it is the delegate’s responsibility to provide these details during registration. Invoices that fail to meet the organisation’s payment policy due to incorrect or incomplete information will not be reissued. The delegate would then be responsible for arranging payment directly and seeking reimbursement from their organisation.
All cancellations or registration changes must be made in writing to the Conference Managers at sheryl@outshine.co.nz.
Cancellation or registration change date | Charge |
On or before 6 October 2024 | Refunds will be issued less $100 administration fee |
After 6 October 2024 | No refund available |
You may elect to reassign your registration, in which case please contact the Conference Managers with the replacement delegate contact details.
If for reasons beyond the control of the Organising Committee the symposium is cancelled, the registration fees will be refunded less fees already incurred.
It is expected that you accurately select the appropriate category during registration. During the standard registration review process, you may be contacted to request proof of chosen registration type. If requested, evidence must be provided within 7 days. Failure to do so will result in an automatic update of your registration category, and you will be required to pay the difference in fees.
Some sessions held during the symposium may be of a sensitive nature and will be closed to all recording including filming, photography and social media posts. By registering for the Aotearoa NZ Perioperative Symposium 2024, you acknowledge this is the case and agree not to share, distribute or disseminate information as instructed on the programme and/or by the Chairperson of that session.
The Conference Managers, in conjunction with the Organising Committee and the symposium venue, are committed to providing and maintaining a safe and healthy symposium environment for all attendees, and to providing the information needed to achieve this. The Conference Managers, in conjunction with the Organising Committee and the symposium venue, will take responsibility for providing health and safety procedures while on-site, however, all symposium attendees need to be aware of their own responsibilities. Each attendee is encouraged to play a vital and responsible role in maintaining a safe and healthy symposium environment through:
- Listening to the health and safety briefing on-site and/or;
- Reading the health and safety procedure document provided on-site at the registration desk.
- Ensuring all accidents and incidents that occur on-site at the symposium are reported.
- Informing the Conference Managers, or a staff member at the venue immediately of any health and safety concerns.
- Respecting your own personal safety and that of other symposium delegates and employees.
- Stay home if you are unwell, and advise the Conference Managers.
- Follow all venue and public health guidelines and regulations.
Personal information is collected on behalf of the meeting’s parent bodies: ANZCA and NZSA. A delegate list will be produced for the symposium including name, organisation and email address. It will be distributed to symposium attendees, and sponsors and provided to the ANZCA, and NZSA. This list will not be provided by ANZCA and NZSA to any other third party. Should you wish your details to be NOT included on the delegate list please indicate this during the registration process.
ANZCA and NZSA and the Conference Managers will not accept any liability for losses associated with the symposium. Delegates are advised to arrange their own comprehensive travel and medical insurance, including insurance for personal possessions and financial loss due to cancellation or postponement of the symposium.
The Aotearoa NZ Perioperative Symposium 2024 is held in a public space, therefore we do not prohibit participants, exhibitors, sponsors, news organisations and other companies from photographing, video recording or recording some symposium activities. Additionally, the Organising Committee may arrange for photos to be taken during the symposium. ANZCA and NZSA reserve the right to use images and recordings taken at the symposium with your photograph and/or likeness in future marketing materials, including on the internet.
The Conference Managers may also use images taken at the symposium with your photograph and/or likeness in future marketing materials, including on the internet, with the permission of ANZCA and NZSA. Symposium attendees who prefer their images are neither taken nor published in any format, have the ability to object by sending an email request to the Conference Managers at sheryl@outshine.co.nz.
Attendance certificates are only provided to individuals registered under delegate categories and are emailed within 24-48 hours of the Symposium.
The European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) came into effect on 25 May 2018. While the Aotearoa NZ Anaesthesia ASM is based in New Zealand, and we do not always have delegates or speakers attend from the EU, as a responsible Professional Conference Organiser we believe it is important we follow the GDPR standards to ensure your personal data privacy is protected. When registering, you will be asked to give your consent to providing your personal information in order to register for the symposium.