Welcome Message from President
I pen down this message as the organising chairperson of Criticare 2026 to be held in Chennai from 25 February to 1 March. While doing so, I feel a sense of responsibility and onus to deliver an appealing, scientifically robust and intellectually fulfilling Congress. Preceding Congresses have set the bench mark very high. The organising team of Criticare 2026, will leave no stone unturned in meeting the expectations of all the stake holders.
The last few years have seen heightened interest in big data and its analysis. The face of evidence based medicine seems to be acquiring a data driven complexion. This however should not imply a departure from personalised approach to patient care, while retaining the human touch of medical profession. The theme, therefore, for Criticare 2026 is "Humanisation in the era of data Science". I am sure we will see enlightening deliberations on this theme at Chennai.
The workshops have always been in great demand at Criticare. This year we have included a workshop on Simulated learning. The Data Science and Paper writing workshops will be continued in the hands of the best guides.
The organising team has taken cognisance of the rising costs of attending conferences. Feedback from Students, delegates and our past presidents has been acted upon and the registration fees have seen a down marking this year. We have also initiated and facilitated a system of bulk registrations by the various branches at a significant discount. This system will remain valid till the end of 2025.
The vibrant city of Chennai is well connected and is a hub of excellence, in Critical Care. The Culture, the Cuisine, the Academics and the Enthusiasm of the organising team and the Executive Committee of ISCCM promises a heady mix of ingredients for a successful meeting.
Please join us at Criticare 2026- Chennai in celebrating the vibrancy and dynamism of the specialty of Critical Care
Dr Srinivas Samavedam
President ISCCM
Organising Chairperson
Welcome Message from General Secretary
Dear Friends and Colleagues
It is with immense pride and enthusiasm that we invite all of you to CRITICARE 2026, the marquee annual event of Indian Society of Critical Care Medicine (ISCCM) which is to be held from 25th February to 1st March 2026, in “The Cultural Heartbeat of South India”, Chennai, TamilNadu. The city provides a perfect blend of tradition, modernity, academics of highest order and world-class hospitality.
CRITICARE 2026 promises to be an ever-remembering event for all critical care professionals alongwith brightest minds of allied specialities. It will provide a unique platform for all specialities to share knowledge and recent advances in Critical care medicine. The scientific programme has been carefully curated to meet the expectations of all generations of professionals – young budding intensivist to experienced mentors. To make this event a grand success, renowned National and International Faculties will discuss evidence based medicine, newer innovations, concepts and controversies and multidisciplinary approaches to the most complex issues of critical care.
The key highlights of CRITICARE 2026 include:
Engaging and interactive 15 workshops on the most important topics of critical care. Basic and advanced mechanical ventilation, discussion on hemodynamic monitoring, utility of point-of-care ultrasound, concepts of renal replacement therapy and role of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, how to handle airway in critically ill and many more are some of the workshops that will be conducted over the first two days of the CRITICARE
The main conference will have plenary and thematic sessions, panel discussions, case study discussions to dwell on the challenges in critical care.
The students’ corner is a unique opportunity for our post-graduate and super-speciality buddies to engage in focused learning sessions, ample hands-on oppurtunities and problem-solving interactions with various faculties.
The conference will also feature a synergy hall which is a special platform with the aim to foster collaboration with other leading medical specialities like ISOT, CIDS, ISA and API. These sessions will involve multidisciplinary approaches to complex disease and also touching the aspect of holistic care and end-of-life care.
Cultural events have become an important fun frolic meeting time with our friends and increasing camaraderie among delegates. We welcome each and every critical care professional in the country and also internationally to mark their calendars and join this scientific feast in the city of Chennai and experience the warmth, heritage, harmony and the enthusiasm of the entire organizing team.
As the Organising Secretary of CRITICARE 2026, I thank all of you for the unwavering support and encouragement. On behalf of ISCCM, I request to make the conference a resounding success.
Long Live ISCCM!
Dr Sachin Gupta
General Secretary, ISCCM
Organizing Secretary
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Dr Srinivas Samavedam
President ISCCMOrganising Chairperson
Prof Pradip Kumar Bhattacharya
Imm. Past President ISCCMCo-Chairperson & Chairperson,
Abstract Committee
Dr Ranvir Singh Tyagi
President Elect, ISCCMChairperson, Scientific Committee
Dr Sachin Gupta
General Secretary, ISCCMOrganizing Secretary
Dr Sathya AC
Co-Organising Chairperson
Dr Susovan Mitra
Co-Chair Abstract Committee
Dr Ramesh Venkatraman
Co-Chair Scientific Committee
Dr Kalavathy Swarna
Co-Organising SecretaryVenue: Chennai Trade Centre, Chennai
The swanky expanded Chennai Trade Centre (CTC) is a world class venue located in the heart of Chennai, just 5.5 km from Chennai International Airport and connected by rail & road facilitating easy access from the Chennai city and major international business hubs. Chennai Trade Centre spread over 25.48 acres of prime land the centre has multiple halls ranging in capacity from 200-6000. More than 10000 sq. m of pillar less trade exhibition hall and parking facility for more than 2000 cars makes CTC the ideal venue for AOCR 2025.
Chennai Trade Centre - Nandambakkam,
Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
14 minutes (9.0 km) - From Chennai Airport
22 minutes (15.3 km) - From Dr. M.G. Ramachandran
Central Railway Station
26 minutes (9.5 km) - From Koyambedu Bus Terminal
