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Provisional · July 2027 · dates to be confirmed
ISRA's two-day cadaveric regional anaesthesia course returns in July 2027, for anaesthetists building on foundation knowledge and moving beyond novice-level practice.
Short applied anatomy sessions are combined with hands-on ultrasound scanning and needling practice on cadavers, in small groups. The course is particularly relevant to those preparing for the ESRA-DRA examinations.
What it covers
Applied anatomy
Relevant to commonly performed regional anaesthesia blocks.
Ultrasound visualisation
Of commonly performed regional anaesthesia blocks.
Single-shot blocks
Practical performance on cadavers.
Catheters
Insertion of continuous regional anaesthesia infusion catheters on cadavers.
The full programme will be published before tickets go on sale.
Who it's for: anaesthetists with more than one year of experience practising anaesthesia who have completed the ISRA Foundation Course or an equivalent programme.
The 2026 course was ESRA-DRA accredited (9 cadaveric, 1 ultrasound and 1 other point). Accreditation for 2027 will be confirmed before booking opens. For current workshop requirements, see ESRA-DRA / EDRA Diploma.
Fees and booking
Tickets go on sale in June 2027. The dates, venue and fees will be published here before booking opens.
Places are limited and the 2026 course sold out. ISRA members receive course updates by email.
Faculty
Faculty will be announced with the programme.
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