#BARNAconference2026

36th BARNA
Conference
2026

A full day of learning, connection and professional development for anaesthetic nurses, recovery practitioners and ODPs.

📅  Friday 5 June 2026
📍  Bush House, King's College London
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What to expect

A day built for perioperative professionals

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Keynote Speakers

Leading clinicians and educators presenting on the latest in anaesthetic and recovery practice.

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Clinical Abstracts

Peer presentations from practitioners across the UK sharing clinical research and innovation.

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Industry Exhibition

Exhibition stands from leading suppliers in anaesthesia and perioperative care.

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Networking

Connect with 170+ colleagues, senior clinicians and decision-makers from across the country.

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CPD Accredited

Full day programme with certificate of attendance for your CPD portfolio. 7 CPD hours.

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Bush House, London

Hosted at the prestigious Bush House, King's College London, in the heart of the city.

Programme

Day at a glance

📍  We welcome you to Bush House from 08:30 for registration, coffee and a chance to explore the exhibition.
01
Introducing the 2025 New DAS Guidelines Dr Imran Ahmad FRCA · Consultant Anaesthetist, Guy's & St Thomas' NHS FT
02
Communicating with Children with Complex Needs Claudia Iorio · Senior Sister Recovery, Cambridge University Hospitals
03
RCN: Nursing Globally — Opportunities, Challenges and the Art of the Possible Marcus Wootton · Associate Director, International Academy, RCN
04
NIHR Fellowships & Grants: Making Research Part of Clinical Practice Misha Denise Virtudazo · ACP & Critical Care Outreach Lead, Chelsea & Westminster NHS FT
05
NORA: Paediatric Non-Operating Room Anaesthesia and Sedation Alison Popa
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Abstract Presentations
Sustainable Reprocessing of Anaesthetic Equipment in NHS Theatres — Alishba Chaudry & Nick Nelsey Wings of Knowledge: Taking PACU Education on the Fly — Alison Popa Career Journey — Eva Jacovou
06
Resuscitation Guideline Update Peter Chell ODP · Senior Resuscitation Officer, Somerset Foundation Trust
07
Assessment in the AI Era: Innovation, Integrity and Impact Anya Benton
08
Current Topics in Airway Management Dr Mary Madden
* Timings are indicative. Full programme subject to minor changes.
Industry Exhibition

Our 2026 Exhibitors

Confirmed Exhibitors 2026

Solventum AirLife Agile Medical ICU Medical Pentland Medical BD Intersurgical
About BARNA

The UK's professional association for perioperative nurses

BARNA is the British Anaesthetic and Recovery Nurses Association — supporting anaesthetic nurses, recovery/PACU nurses and ODPs across the UK through education, events, clinical guidance and a strong national community.

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36th Annual Conference
170+ Delegates Annually
UK National Membership
CPD Accredited Events
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