17th World Congress of Intensive & Critical Care
17th World Congress of Intensive & Critical Care (WCICC2025) event is hosted by the Canadian Critical Care Society, in partnership with the Canadian Association of Critical Care Nurses and the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists, on behalf of the World Federation of Intensive and Critical Care.
About the WCICC2025
The 17th World Congress of Intensive and Critical Care is a global gathering of healthcare professionals dedicated to the care of critically ill patients. Taking place in Vancouver, Canada, this landmark event offers a unique opportunity to learn, collaborate, and shape the future of intensive care medicine through shared knowledge and innovation.
This year’s theme, “Caring Intensively,” reflects a commitment to compassionate, equitable, and evidence-based care across all healthcare professions involved in critical care delivery.
Congress Objectives
- Empower Inter-professional Teams
Foster environments that support collaboration among doctors, nurses, respiratory therapists, and allied health professionals to enhance patient, caregiver, and team well-being.
- Promote Global Understanding
Highlight the differences in critical care practices worldwide and explore pathways to achieve equitable global access to critical care.
- Advance Knowledge Sharing
Facilitate inter-professional learning and discussion on the latest evidence-based practices, technologies, and innovations in intensive care.
Benefits of Attending
- Global Networking: Connect with healthcare professionals, researchers, and policy leaders from around the world.
- Cutting-edge Education: Access keynote lectures, workshops, clinical updates, and case-based discussions.
- Professional Development: Earn continuing education credits and strengthen your clinical and leadership skills.
- Exposure to Innovation: Discover new tools, technologies, and research shaping the future of intensive care.
- Cultural Exchange: Experience the diverse and inclusive Canadian healthcare perspective in one of the world’s most beautiful cities.
Who Should Attend?
This congress is open to all professionals involved in intensive and critical care, including:
- Physicians (e.g., intensivists, anesthesiologists, emergency medicine specialists)
- Nurses (especially critical care and advanced practice nurses)
- Respiratory Therapists
- Pharmacists
- Allied Health Professionals
- Healthcare Administrators & Policy Makers
- Researchers & Academics
- Trainees and Students interested in critical care
For more details- https://www.wcicc2025.com/