Regional Anesthesia Conference - NYSORA
Including Interactive Live Demonstrations Featuring QUADRA™

Regional Anesthesia Conference

Two days focused on regional anesthesia, ultrasound anatomy, block selection, procedural planning, and perioperative analgesia – an ultrasound guided regional anesthesia program grounded in real clinical decision-making.

Review high-yield upper-extremity, truncal, hip, knee, foot, and ankle techniques, see QUADRA™ live demonstrations, and work through practical decisions on which block to choose, when, and why.

May 22-23, 2027
Auckland, New Zealand
Location
Cordis Auckland
Auckland, New Zealand
Dates
May 22–23, 2027
Format
Two-day, in-person regional anesthesia course
Clinical Focus
Regional anesthesia, perioperative analgesia, joint innervation, denervation, and ultrasound-guided technique
CME
Application submitted to UEMS EACCME®
Language
English
Why NYSORA

Why This Conference Is
Different

The program connects current anesthesia evidence with procedural decisions, ultrasound interpretation, perioperative management, and live clinical demonstration.

QUADRA™ Integrated Throughout the Program

See 3D anatomy, real-time ultrasound, probe movement, and expected local-anesthetic spread presented together during live demonstrations.

Block Selection, Not Technique Alone

Compare different approaches for the same surgical region and understand when one block may be preferable to another.

Upper and Lower Extremity in One Program

Move from shoulder and brachial plexus techniques to hip, knee, foot, and ankle pathways across two focused days.

Truncal and Fascial-Plane Blocks

Review PECS, serratus anterior plane, TAP, and quadratus lumborum approaches and how they fit different surgical indications.

Joint Innervation and Denervation

Connect joint anatomy with perioperative analgesia and chronic pain pathways, including radiofrequency and cryoneurolysis.

Real-World Clinical Decision-Making

Case discussions and practical algorithms focus on block selection, troubleshooting, complications, efficiency, and implementation in daily practice.

Why Attend Auckland 2027?

The program focuses on the clinical questions that arise before, during, and after a regional anesthesia procedure.

Sessions address questions such as:

  • Which block best matches the surgery and analgesic goal?
  • When should supraclavicular or infraclavicular approaches be selected?
  • Which shoulder strategies can reduce phrenic nerve involvement?
  • How do femoral, fascia iliaca, and PENG approaches differ for hip procedures?
  • When should adductor canal or femoral triangle techniques be used?

What You Should Take Back to Practice

  • A clearer framework for matching the block to the procedure
  • Better recognition of relevant sonoanatomy
  • Practical strategies for diaphragm-sparing shoulder analgesia
  • More deliberate selection of hip and knee approaches
  • A structured approach to truncal and fascial-plane blocks
  • Practical algorithms for common regional anesthesia decisions
  • Current understanding of RF and cryoneurolysis for joint pain
  • Direct answers from faculty on difficult or uncertain cases
Why Attend Auckland 2027?
Conference Overview

What Is Included in Your Registration

Registration includes access to the complete two-day scientific and practical program.

  • Expert-led regional anesthesia teaching
  • QUADRA™ anatomy and ultrasound sessions
  • Live procedural demonstrations
  • Upper-extremity, lower-extremity, and truncal modules
  • Clinical decision-making and block-selection sessions
  • Joint innervation and denervation teaching
  • Case-based discussion and audience Q&A
  • Conference materials and session resources
  • Refreshment breaks
  • Certificate of attendance
  • CME documentation, once accreditation is confirmed
  • Three months of complimentary access to the NYSORA Nerve Blocks App
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QUADRA™ at Auckland

QUADRA™ allows attendees to see how anatomy, ultrasound imaging, probe movement, and procedural planning relate during the same demonstration.

Selected sessions connect:

  • 3D anatomy
  • Real-time ultrasound
  • Probe positioning and scanning technique
  • NYSORA RUA™ animations showing expected local-anesthetic spread
  • Block selection and procedural planning

Featured QUADRA™ sessions:

  • Interscalene and diaphragm-sparing shoulder approaches
  • Supraclavicular and infraclavicular blocks
  • Axillary and distal forearm blocks
  • PECS and serratus anterior plane blocks
  • TAP and quadratus lumborum blocks
  • Femoral, fascia iliaca, and PENG blocks
  • Adductor canal and femoral triangle approaches
  • Foot and ankle techniques
QUADRA™ at Auckland

Morning Session

09:30 - 12:45

Welcome & QUADRA™ Introduction
Quadra™ Module 1: Shoulder & Proximal Upper Extremity
Live Quadra™ Demonstration: Anatomy → Ultrasound → Procedure
Coffee Break
Quadra™ Module 2: Clavicle to Hand High-Yield Techniques
Demonstration & Scanning Correlation

Afternoon Session

12:45 - 17:00

Lunch Break
Lecture: Understanding Joint Innervation (Practical Focus)
Clinical Takeaway: Anatomy That Changes What You Do on Monday
Quadra™ Module 3: Truncal & Fascial Plane Blocks
Live Demonstration & Technique Refinement
Coffee Break
Lecture: Current Techniques for Surgical & Analgesia Indications
Quadra™ Integration Session
Case-Based Discussion & Audience Q&A

Morning Session

09:00 - 13:00

Review & Clinical Pearls
Quadra™ Module 4: Lower Extremity – Hip & Knee
Live Demonstration & Decision-Making
Coffee Break
Lecture: Joint Denervation – Where it Fits Today
Focus: Clinical Relevance, Not Complexity
Quadra™ Module 5: Foot, Ankle & Distal Techniques
Final Session: From Knowledge to Practice
Final Q&A & Key Take-Home Messages

US$995

Early Bird rate

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Expertise

Our Faculty

Admir Hadzic

Admir Hadzic
MD, PhD.

Director – NYSORA, Anesthesiologist, Professor of Anesthesiology, Department of Anesthesiology, ZOL, Genk, Belgium

Cordis Auckland Hotel

The Venue

Located in the heart of Auckland, Cordis, Auckland is a sophisticated five-star hotel renowned for its warm hospitality, contemporary elegance, and exceptional service. Positioned near the city’s vibrant dining, shopping, and entertainment districts, the hotel offers convenient access to Auckland’s leading attractions, including the Auckland Domain, Auckland Art Gallery, and the waterfront precinct.

Guests can enjoy stylish and spacious rooms and suites, award-winning dining experiences, a rooftop heated pool, spa and wellness facilities, and a fully equipped fitness centre. Combining modern comfort with premium amenities, Cordis, Auckland provides an ideal setting for both business and leisure travellers seeking a memorable stay in New Zealand’s largest city.

The rooms can be booked individually by contacting the hotel reservation team directly at [email protected]. Please use the booking code: NYSORA to receive the special offer. Book Now

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In-Person

For in-person attendance

Early bird discounted rate US$995, standard rate within 2 month of course US$1195. Registration fee includes conference attendance, conference materials, and refreshment breaks. Please note that accommodation is not included in the registration price and can be booked below.

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US$995

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An application has been made to the UEMS EACCME® for CME accreditation of this event.

CME Information

What is a CME activity? A Continuing Medical Education(CME) activity serves to maintain, develop, or increase the knowledge, skills, and professional performance and relationships that a physician uses to provide services for patients, the public, or the profession.

Why do physicians need continuing medical education (CME) credit? Physicians use CME credit to demonstrate that they have participated in educational activities and obtained CME credit to document meeting the requirements of state medical boards, medical specialty societies, specialty boards, hospital medical staffs, the Joint Commission, insurance groups, and others

Who accredits the Course? Accreditation by the EACCME means that the CME/CPD activity provided is of high scientific value, is free of commercial bias and promotes active adult learning. This is of paramount importance to doctors who need to report to their National Accreditation Authority on their CME/CPD activity over a certain period of time, and this even more now that many national systems are (becoming) mandatory and not voluntary. By attending an EACCME accredited event, they will be able to obtain European CME credits (ECMEC) which are recognised not only in a majority of European countries (with which the EACCME has signed agreements), but also in the USA and Canada. By handing in their EACCME certificate to their National Accreditation Authority, their credits will automatically be recognised and converted into national credits.

What documentation does a physician receive for participating in a certified CME activity provided by an accredited CME provider? A CME certificate will be issued and can be used to prove attendance.

Inside the Conference
The NYSORA Conference Experience

What Others Say

"The conference exceeded my expectations. The faculty made complex topics accessible, and the practical focus meant every session delivered something I could immediately apply."

Consultant Anaesthesiologist, New Zealand

"A superb opportunity to learn from internationally recognised experts while connecting with colleagues who share the same passion for advancing regional anaesthesia."

Anaesthesiologist, Australia

"The educational quality was exceptional throughout. I particularly appreciated the balance between cutting-edge evidence, practical recommendations, and interactive discussion."

Specialist Anaesthetist, New Zealand

Frequently Asked Questions

This conference is suitable for anesthesiology professionals including consultants, trainees, CRNAs, anesthesia nurses, and perioperative team members, as well as educators and researchers focused on improving anesthesia knowledge and patient outcomes.

The early bird discount is US$995. Registration must be made prior to enter date.

Please check your spam or junk folder first. If the confirmation still hasn’t arrived, reach out to us at [email protected] and our team will be happy to help.

All cancellations have to be either made using the view or modify link on the bottom of your confirmation email, or in writing to [email protected]. Cancellation terms:

  • Cancellations made more than 30 days before the event will receive a 50% refund of the registration fee.
  • Cancellations made within 30 days of the event are non-refundable.

All registered participants will receive an email with access details for their complimentary 3-month subscription.
The group access email is sent approximately one month before the event and includes everything you need to log in and start exploring the course materials.
If you do not receive this email or experience any login issues, please contact us for assistance.

If we ever need to cancel a course, we will let you know as early as possible. You will be able to choose between a full refund of your registration fee or a transfer to another NYSORA program. In addition we would offer an extension of your complimentary subscription. Please note that we cannot reimburse travel or accommodation costs, so we strongly recommend considering travel insurance to protect any non-refundable expenses.

Every now and then, we may need to update the schedule or faculty lineup. Any adjustments will always be reflected on the agenda page of our website. It’s a good idea to check in from time to time to stay up to date with the latest details.

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