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A unique educational experience combining high-quality emergency medicine education with the spectacular setting of Queenstown.SSEM26 brings together an outstanding faculty of local and international experts to explore the latest developments, practical skills, and emerging challenges in acute care. Our programme focuses on real-world emergency medicine, delivering relevant, evidence-based content that participants can immediately apply in their daily practice.

This year's programme covers a broad spectrum of topics including emergency department sedation, paediatric emergencies, toxicology, chest pain assessment, traumatic cardiac arrest, palliative care, ventilation, point-of-care ultrasound, atrial fibrillation management, sustainability in healthcare, clinician wellbeing, civility in medicine, wilderness medicine, and the rapidly evolving role of artificial intelligence in emergency care, research, and healthcare systems.

Delegates will have the opportunity to participate in a range of hands-on workshops led by experienced clinicians and educators. Returning favourites include practical procedural workshops and advanced ultrasound sessions, while the highly anticipated Wilderness Medicine Workshop, delivered by RescueMED, offers an immersive learning experience in one of the world's most spectacular outdoor environments. Places for this workshop are strictly limited.

The seminar programme has been carefully structured to balance educational excellence with opportunities for collegiality, networking, and professional renewal. Interactive workshop streams, panel discussions, and informal conversations with faculty provide ample opportunity to exchange ideas, discuss challenging cases, and build professional connections.

Beyond the lecture theatre, Queenstown offers an unforgettable backdrop for learning. Delegates can enjoy a welcoming reception, optional social events, and a conference dinner at the stunning Stoneridge Estate, while taking advantage of everything the region has to offer—from alpine scenery and lakeside walks to world-class food, wine, and adventure activities.

Whether you are looking to update your clinical knowledge, develop practical skills, explore emerging technologies, reconnect with colleagues, or simply step away from the demands of clinical practice for a few days, SSEM26 offers the perfect opportunity to learn, reflect, and be inspired.

Come and meet to confer and collaborate on curating a major resource of links to existing guidelines from reputable sources.
Join Emergency Medicine Clinicians to establish and update succinct guidelines useful in the clinical moment and accessible to Emergency Clinicians in public hospitals in Australia and New Zealand.
Provoke thought and stimulate discussions surrounding current guidelines and updates whilst networking with other Emergency Physicians.

Save the Date | GEMSEM 2027
The Older Persons Emergency Network (OPEN) is delighted to invite you to save the date for the Geriatric Emergency Medicine Seminar (GEMSEM) 2027, to be held on Thursday evening 27 May, 2-hour workshop and cocktail meet and greet followed by full day program Friday, 28 May 2027, Brisbane.

Aligned with the principles of One Metro North and the vision of Future Metro North, GEMSEM 2027 will bring together clinicians, researchers, educators, and healthcare leaders from across Queensland and beyond to collaborate, innovate, and advance the care of older people.

This premier event will showcase contemporary approaches to geriatric emergency medicine through a dynamic program of keynote presentations, expert panel discussions, debates, and emerging healthcare innovations. Participants will explore critical issues including falls and trauma management, dementia and delirium care, medication safety, virtual care, and healthy ageing.

GEMSEM provides a unique opportunity to strengthen partnerships, share knowledge, and drive evidence-based, person-centred care. Together, we can shape the future of healthcare for older people and support better outcomes through a connected, innovative, and compassionate health system.

Further program and registration details will be available soon.
Save the Date: 27-28 May 2027 | Brisbane | Hosted by the Older Persons Emergency Network (OPEN) | GOODEM.org | ACEM