Conference Overview

BISMICS is a charitable organisation that promotes and protects the good health of patients requiring cardiac surgery through the portal of an annual meeting. The aim is to develop and foster interest in minimal access cardiac surgery in the UK and Ireland. 

The established heart team meeting for clinicians provides a modern, innovative programme on techniques of treating coronary and structural heart disease. The two-day programme will compromise of diverse topics led by an esteemed and international faculty.

Programme includes:

• The New Era of Robotic Cardiac Surgery is Upon Us
• Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS)
• Minimally Invasive Mitral and Aortic Surgery
• Live MDT: Where Cardiology Meets Surgery - TAVI & TEER
• AF and Conversion

NEW FOR 2026 - Hands-on Simulator Training

For those who want more from the meeting, each day will conclude with a hands-on training session to develop skills and practice minimally invasive techniques addressed in the presentations earlier in the day.

Attendees will rotate in small groups allowing for dedicated training with industry partners including AtriCure and Edwards Lifesciences.

Parallel Session - SCP and Nurse-focused Session

Back by popular demand the parallel session is designed and delivered by SCPs and Nurses addressing hot topics relevant to this focus group.

Multimedia Competition

Following the success of last year's BISMICS multimedia competition, we are delighted to announce that it is returning for 2026 and is now open for entry! Find out more below.

Waiting for Study Leave To Be Approved?

If you have applied for study leave and are awaiting an outcome before registering your place at the meeting, we have a solution for you! Use the code 'IMWAITING' at checkout and you can secure your place at the meeting for just £1!

Full payment must be received by Monday 23rd November for us to confirm your registration.

National Trainee Bursary

If you are a national trainee, you will be eligible for a bursary to cover registration fees.

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