Association of Anaesthesiologists and Intensivists of Malta

02/10/2025

We are proud to share that the Research Masterclass, held on the 1st and 2nd of October in the Department of Anaesthesia, Mater Dei Hospital was a great success!

This masterclass was fully funded by the Post Graduate Medical Training Centre – Health, Mater Dei Hospital, and endorsed by Association of Anaesthesiologists and Intensivists of Malta.

A heartfelt thank you to the outstanding faculty who shared their expertise and guided participants: Dr Jamie Elmawieh (France), Dr Sarah Cuschieri, Dr Fiona Sammut, Prof Caroline J. Magri and Prof Stephen Sciberras. Special thanks also to Dr Antonella Pullicino and Dr Anne Marie Camilleri Podestà for their dedication in organising and directing this course.

And a big well done to all the participants for their active involvement and commitment throughout the sessions!

Initiatives like these are crucial in advancing research skills and strengthening the future of anaesthesia training.

28/09/2025

Monitoring before induction of Anaesthesia and throughout Anaesthesia and surgery Science in the City, Malta

27/09/2025

Induction is the start of anaesthesia — the careful process of helping patients fall asleep safely before surgery.

27/09/2025

✨ AAIM was proud to participate in Science in the City, MaltaScience in the City, Malta! ✨

A big thank you to the organisers and volunteers who made this fantastic event possible — and to all the visitors who stopped by. Your curiosity and enthusiasm made the experience so rewarding! 💡🔬🌍

👉 Join us again this evening for more hands-on experiences in anaesthesia, ventilation and airway skills, patient monitoring, and more — interactive activities for all ages!

23/09/2025

🌟 We’re excited to be part of Science in the City, Malta 2025! 🌟

📍 Find us at the AAIM stand near Triton Fountain, Valletta
📅 26th & 27th September

Come discover, explore, and experience the wonders of science with us!
Bring your curiosity – there’s something for everyone.

20/09/2025

20/09/2025

✨ AAIM Presents Four Global Declarations ✨

Yesterday, the Association of Anaesthesiologists and Intensivists of Malta (AAIM) held our annual social event, where we proudly presented four landmark international declarations that we have recently endorsed:

🔹 Helsinki Declaration on Patient Safety – making anaesthesia and surgery safer for all.
🔹 Labour Analgesia Declaration – affirming every mother’s right to safe pain relief during childbirth.
🔹 Glasgow Declaration on Sustainability – protecting patients while reducing healthcare’s impact on the environment.
🔹 Santa Cruz Declaration on Patient Blood Management – improving outcomes by proper management of anaemia of reducing unnecessary blood transfusions.

These commitments represent our shared responsibility to strengthen patient safety, dignity, and sustainability in healthcare.

We were also privileged to host Dr. Marthese Licari, who joined us for the evening. The event was followed by a wonderful reception at the beautiful Palazzo Capua, AX The Victoria Hotel.

19/09/2025

AAIM Presents Four Global Declarations ✨

The Association of Anaesthetists of Malta (AAIM) is proud to share that we have joined the international effort to raise standards in anaesthesia and intensive care.

📢 During tonight’s event, we will present to our members four recently signed declarations:

🔹 Helsinki Declaration on Patient Safety – making anaesthesia and surgery safer for all.
🔹 Labour Analgesia Declaration – ensuring every mother has the right to safe pain relief during childbirth.
🔹 Glasgow Declaration on Sustainability – protecting patients while reducing healthcare’s impact on the environment.
🔹 Santa Cruz Declaration on Patient Blood Management – improving outcomes by reducing unnecessary blood transfusions.

These commitments strengthen patient safety, dignity, and sustainability in healthcare — here in Malta and worldwide. 🌍💙

17/09/2025

17/09/2025

World Patient Safety Day 2025: theme for this year is Safe Anaesthesia for the youngest patients.

🌍 Happy World Patient Safety Day 2025
This year’s theme: Safe anaesthesia for the youngest patients 👶
🔹 Read our blog: https://shorturl.at/yuvjY
🔹 Join our webinar at 13:00 BST: https://shorturl.at/PPsBB
Strengthening neonatal and paediatric anaesthesia safety, together.

11/07/2025

The ESAIC Advanced Patient Safety Course is designed to teach patient safety tools to use in acute settings. The AAIM has signed an agreement with the ESAIC to organise an edition of the APSC on Thursday 30th and Friday 31st of October 2025 in Malta. We are honoured to welcome Prof. Benedikt Preckel, alongside Dr. Stephanie Mifsud and Dr. Karen Torpiano as faculty. With a competitive fee of €225, this 1.5-day course is a unique opportunity to engage in case-based discussions, exchange clinical insights, and build practical strategies to enhance patient safety in your practice. Participant numbers will be limited to ensure a focused and enriching learning environment. More information on: https://aaimalta.com/the-advanced-patient-safety-course-apsc/ and https://esaic.org/professional-growth/educational-courses/apsc/

Intended Audience:
The APSC is aimed at all Health Care professionals, interested in patient safety in acute setting: Intensive Care, Perioperative Care, Anaesthesia, Emergency and other settings where acute patients are managed.

Why Attend?
• Gain a comprehensive understanding of patient safety culture across acute care settings
• Learn practical tools for error analysis, critical incident reporting, and system improvement
• Explore the role of human factors in managing crises and improving team dynamics
• Leave equipped to advocate for and lead patient safety initiatives in your workplace

What You’ll Receive:
• Access to the Digital APSC Student Manual (pre-course reading and post-course reference)
• A Certificate of Attendance issued by ESAIC, upon completion and passing the online assessment
• Refreshments

When and Where?
• Duration: 1.5 days
• Date: 30th (full day) and 31st October 2025 (half day)
• Fee: 225 Euros
• Venue: The Notch Conference Centre, Malta

Registration Form:
https://forms.gle/Hj8WPqX6kru5y7iy8

28/06/2025

🚨LAUNCH ALERT! 🚨

The FOURTH issue of the Official Newsletter of the AAIM - Beyond the Mask 🗞 🩺 is here!

Check out what the AAIM and our members have been up to in the past months!

BIG thank you to all our contributors and writers who worked hard to make this newsletter a success, especially to our Editor Dr Stephanie Mifsud and Editorial Assistant Dr Martina Gerada.

We hope that you enjoy it! 🤩

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