Intensive Care Society

Intensive Care Society The Society is the proud home of intensive care. The Intensive Care Society is the proud home of intensive care.

We are the UKs representative body and Charity for all intensive care professionals and patients across the UK. We are responsible for providing the intensive care community with standards and guidelines, education, research, psychological/wellbeing support, and many other resources to help them care for the sickest of patients in hospitals.

28/04/2026

Introducing the first in a new 'Spotlight on: ' video series 📹

Over the coming weeks, our chairs and speakers will give you a 60-second intro to their sessions, and what you can expect at this year’s Congress.

Our first spotlight comes from Professor Sarah Wallace OBE, with a must-attend session on research priorities for intensive care.

In this session you'll hear directly from patient representative Sophie, Professor Louise Rose, and Sarah - providing a first-hand look at the priorities shaping intensive care.

Join us at the leading edge of intensive care: https://ow.ly/67Yf50YRb32

Our study day on the Acute Ischaemic Stroke Pathway is in a few days and there is still time for you to secure a spot!Yo...
27/04/2026

Our study day on the Acute Ischaemic Stroke Pathway is in a few days and there is still time for you to secure a spot!

You can check out our afternoon programme below with sessions aimed at the rehabilitation journey and home considerations.

Book your spot now to receive the vital guidance you need to approach the stroke pathway with care👇

bit.ly/acutestrokepathway

Ben Lowe, Chair of our Resident Doctors Professional Advisory Group shares how the group can make life better for ICU re...
27/04/2026

Ben Lowe, Chair of our Resident Doctors Professional Advisory Group shares how the group can make life better for ICU residents across the country – through advocacy and education.

Members can stand in our PAG elections in May and champion your profession!

Read Ben's story below to find out how the group can deliver for resident doctors👇

bit.ly/residentdoctorsPAGblog

Last chance to apply ⏳The TRIC Network is launching the search for the next national project, and the submission window ...
24/04/2026

Last chance to apply ⏳

The TRIC Network is launching the search for the next national project, and the submission window is closing fast!

We are calling all resident doctors in intensive care to submit proposals to evaluate critical care practice. This is a unique opportunity to shape a national study, get your abstract published, and present at in Birmingham.

How to enter:
1️⃣ Download the form & guidance: https://ow.ly/l1US50YP3xx
2️⃣ Email proposal by 1 May, 5pm: tricnetwork@gmail.com
3️⃣ Shortlisted entries announced by 20 May
4️⃣ Finalists present proposals live at SOA26

The winner will receive full TRIC Network support to deliver their project as a national multicentre study. Don't miss your chance to lead the next big project in critical care. 💡

If you haven't yet secured your place at SOA26, you can book your tickets here: https://ow.ly/LgZN50YP3xv

Our virtual study day on the acute Ischaemic Stroke Pathway is next week and there are still places left!Check out just ...
24/04/2026

Our virtual study day on the acute Ischaemic Stroke Pathway is next week and there are still places left!

Check out just a selection of our amazing speakers below👇

Book your spot today for a comprehensive guide on the stroke pathway - giving you the confidence in care for the stroke patient.

bit.ly/acutestrokepathway

Sign up for our Peer Support training day tomorrow to gain the skillset needed to support your colleagues.Online and int...
23/04/2026

Sign up for our Peer Support training day tomorrow to gain the skillset needed to support your colleagues.

Online and interactive, you will be empowered to create a safe environment for important conversations in your unit.

Book now👇

bit.ly/peersupport26

22/04/2026

We are delighted to announce the publication of the fifth edition of the Guidance on the Transfer of the Critically Ill Adult, a major revision and expansion of our guidelines that include greater detail in all areas, including:

💬descriptions of minimum equipment

💬medications

💬paperwork requirements and checklists.

Reflecting what we learned from the Covid-19 pandemic, this updated edition provides:

💬expanded detail in almost every area of transfer medicine

💬brand new chapters that define minimum equipment standards, medication management, paperwork and documentation requirements

💬 comprehensive pre-transfer checklists.

Endorsed by the Health Services Safety Investigations Body (HSSIB), the guidance is a major new resource for the intensive care community.

Dr Scott Grier, one of the lead authors of the guidance, is here to run you through what this resource can do for your unit.

Access the guidance now👇

bit.ly/transfercriticallyilladult

Start early with our pre-Congress workshops - 🔍 check out the programme.📅 Date: 29 June📍 ICC, Birmingham, UKThe full-d...
21/04/2026

Start early with our pre-Congress workshops - 🔍 check out the programme.

📅 Date: 29 June
📍 ICC, Birmingham, UK

The full-day leadership workshop and 4 FUSIC® workshops are designed to give you focused, hands-on learning before the main event begins.

Whether you're already set to join us for SOA26, or have yet to secure your tickets, this is your opportunity to dive deeper into key areas of intensive care.

Spaces are limited, so make sure you get your tickets: https://ow.ly/Nfuh50YNvR5

Join us for our study day on the acute Ischaemic Stroke Pathway study day next week!We have a fantastic programme for yo...
20/04/2026

Join us for our study day on the acute Ischaemic Stroke Pathway study day next week!

We have a fantastic programme for you – check out our morning sessions below.

Exploring topics like stroke mimics, neuromonitoring and AI application in MT identification, our day will give you the advantage in critical decision making in stroke management.

Secure your spot for an expert breakdown on the stroke pathway and ensure the best possible care for your patients

bit.ly/acutestrokepathway

Get ready for the UK’s largest intensive care Congress! 🔍Take a look at the incredible line-up of headline speakers, ra...
17/04/2026

Get ready for the UK’s largest intensive care Congress!

🔍Take a look at the incredible line-up of headline speakers, range of clinical updates and topics covered - from ECMO and sepsis to wellbeing and law & ethics.

The SOA26 Congress is bringing together the brightest minds in critical care for three days of cutting-edge clinical updates, guideline presentations, and essential non-clinical sessions.

Whether you join us in Birmingham or online, this is your chance to learn, network, and grow with the critical care community.

🗓️ 30 June - 2 July
(plus pre-SOA events on 29 June: https://ow.ly/xr2150YLi9c)

📍 Location: Birmingham, UK & online

🔗 Secure your place: https://ow.ly/4lbe50YLi9b

Fresh off their recent appearance on our latest ICS Cast on Meningitis, Martin Beed and Peter Brindley share infectious ...
17/04/2026

Fresh off their recent appearance on our latest ICS Cast on Meningitis, Martin Beed and Peter Brindley share infectious meningitis and encephalitis: a primer for acute care practitioners in our Journal of the Intensive Care Society.

Brain infections, such as meningitis and encephalitis, are frequently misdiagnosed but can be deadly if not treated quickly.

This must read article offers guidance for medical teams to diagnose and rapidly treat meningitis to improve survival rates.

Read the full article below now👇

bit.ly/JICSmeningitis

Dr Justin Kirk-Bayley, Dr Ross Prager, and Dr Ashley Miller join the podcast to unpack Oedema with Jonny and tackle the ...
16/04/2026

Dr Justin Kirk-Bayley, Dr Ross Prager, and Dr Ashley Miller join the podcast to unpack Oedema with Jonny and tackle the myths around fluid overload.

Using physiology, the team discuss avoidable oedema and how to bolster your clinical habits with insights on fluid resuscitation.

Listen to our latest episode below on Spotify and Apple👇

bit.ly/ICS_Podcasts

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