Programme
Annual Scientific Conference 2026
Two days of safety, technology and critical care
Day One
Thursday · 15 October07:00–08:00
Programme
Arrival & Registration
Building Safety Systems
Session chairs: Dr. Sophia M. / Mr. Muwanguzi D
08:00–08:30
Human Factors and Patient Safety in Modern Anaesthesia
Dr. Kiwanuka K. Joseph
08:30–09:00
Medication Safety and Prevention of Anaesthesia Errors
Dr. Nantale Vanessa
09:00–09:30
Critical Incident Reporting
Dr. Bisegerwa Ronald
09:30–09:45
Q&A
Q&A Session
09:45–10:15
Break
Tea Break & Exhibition
Building a Culture of Safety
Session chairs: Dr. Aggrey Lubikire / Dr. Wanyoto Chrispin
10:15–10:35
Psychological Safety in the Workplace
Dr. Elizabeth Namugaya Igaga
10:35–11:00
Debriefing After Adverse Events
Dr. Nansubuga Phiona
11:00–11:20
The Role of Leadership in Modelling Safety Behaviour
Dr. Mpumwire Sharon
11:20–11:30
Q&A
Q&A Session
11:30–12:15
Keynote
The Safety Revolution: What It Will Take to Protect Every Patient Under Anaesthesia in Africa
Dr. Lydia Okutoyi
12:15–12:45
Panel Discussion
Safety Systems – Moving from Safety Awareness to Safety Systems
Moderator: Dr. Erasmus · Dr. Ronald Bisegerwa · Dr. Elizabeth N. Igaga · Dr. Nantale Vanessa · Dr. Anne Mbiya Kapinga
12:45–13:00
Industry
Industry Session
13:00–14:00
Break
Lunch Break & Exhibition
Artificial Intelligence, Technology and the Future of Anaesthesia
Session chairs: Dr. Kateregga George / Mr. Turyatunga Nicholas
14:00–14:30
Establishing a High-Quality Clinical System for Cardiovascular Anaesthesia – Integration of AI and Human Expertise
Prof. Wang Sheng
14:30–14:50
Ethical and Legal Considerations for AI in Healthcare
Dr. Tyler Law
14:50–15:10
Industry
Industry Session
15:10–15:30
Panel Discussion
Smarter Tools, Harder Realities: Can AI improve outcomes where resources can’t keep up?
Moderator: Dr. Agaba Peter · Dr. Tyler Law · Dr. Nansubuga Phiona · Dr. Adam W. · Prof. Wang Sheng
15:30–16:30
Event
Annual General Meeting and Elections
Executive Committee
19:00
Gala
Gala & Awards Dinner
MC: Dr. Aggrey Lubikire
Day Two
Friday · 16 October07:00–08:00
Programme
Arrival & Registration
The Evolving Landscape of Critical Care
Session chairs: Dr. Philo / Mr. John Bosco
08:00–08:30
Critical Care Beyond the ICU: The Role of EECC
Dr. Cornelius Sendagire
09:00–09:30
AI in ICU: Enhancing Clinical Decisions or Replacing It? Hype, Hope or the Future
Dr. Erasmus Erebu Okello
09:30–10:00
Advances in Critical Care: Biomarkers in Critical Care and Practical Implication for the Ugandan Provider at the Bedside
Dr. Aggrey Lubikire
10:00–10:10
Q&A
Q&A Session
10:10–10:20
UMA SACCO Talk
10:20–10:40
Industry
Industry Session
10:40–11:10
Break
Tea Break & Exhibition
The Evolving Landscape of Critical Care
Session chairs: Dr. Priscilla A. / Mr. Mugisha Emmanuel
11:10–11:30
Advances in Critical Care: Hemodynamics and Ventilation Monitoring
Dr. Bruno
11:30–11:50
ANDROMEDA Shock 2 Trial: Protocolized vs Individualized Patient Care
Dr. Mwanje Benjamin · Mentor: Dr. George Kateregga
11:50–12:10
From Competing Priorities to Shared Purpose: Improving Service Delivery through Clinical Research and Innovation
Dr. Betty Nantongo
12:10–12:30
The Status of Critical Care in Uganda
Dr. Atumanya Patience
12:30–12:40
Q&A
Q&A Session
12:40–13:00
Panel Discussion
Doing More with Less: Delivering High-Quality Care in Resource-Limited Settings
Moderator: Dr. Isabella Epiu · Dr. Cornelius Ssendagire · Dr. Othin · Dr. Erasmus · Dr. Nyeko Innocent · Dr. Mary J.N
13:00–13:20
Industry
Industry Session
13:20–14:20
Break
Lunch Break
Research and Innovation in Uganda
Session chairs: Dr. Alum Racheal / Ms. Leah
14:20–14:50
Factor First, Scalpel Second: Anaesthesia for Severe Hemophilia Revisited
Dr. Mary J
14:50–15:10
ICRU – MOTIVATE ICU
Dr. Ssendagire Cornelius
15:10–15:30
ICRU – 5R (Measures to Reduce Mortality Post Surgery)
Dr. Adam
15:30–15:50
ICRU – EQUIPs ICU (Rational Antibiotic Prescription)
Dr. Kaweewo Bertha
15:50–16:10
ICRU – ICOPE (ICU Expenses)
Mr. Masaba Brian
16:10–16:30
Panel Discussion
ICRU Registry: Impact on Uganda Healthcare
Moderator: Dr. Adam H · Dr. Ssendagire C · Mr. Masaba B · Dr. Bertha Kaweewo · Ms. Alice Nuwagire
16:30–16:45
Closing
Event Closing Remarks
AAU President
17 Oct
Optional
Extra-Curricular Activity