The AfPP Symposium series brings together leading academics, researchers, and healthcare professionals to explore key advancements in perioperative practice and surgical innovation. These events provide a platform for thorough examination, knowledge exchange, and critical analysis of emerging technologies and best practices in the field.

Robotics Symposium

Advancing surgical innovation: The future of robotics in healthcare

The AfPP Robotics Symposium is a prestigious event offering an advanced exploration of surgical robotics. This symposium provides a platform for an in-depth look into the latest innovations, evidence-based practices, and the evolving role of robotics in surgery. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the future of robotic-assisted procedures and their impact on surgical outcomes.

Join us in advancing the conversation on surgical robotics.

• Date: Wednesday June 11^th, 2025
• Time: 8.30am – 4.30pm
• Location: Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, Colney Lane, Norwich, NR4 7UY
• Audience: Surgeons, perioperative practitioners, theatre nurses, ODPs, surgical teams, education leaders, healthcare professionals

Abstract Submission

You are invited to submit an abstract for the opportunity to present your research in poster form at the AfPP Robotics Symposium 2025 on 11th June. 

Posters must be relevant to the event and its agenda.

Prize 

1st prize: £250 voucher, 2nd prize: £100 voucher. 

The approved posters will be displayed as part of the symposium exhibition viewing and breaks. AfPP will also share all posters for digital viewing as part of the electronic resources to all symposium participants (with the agreement of the authors).

The winning author will feature in a Spotlight article in the IPP e-magazine, including an image of the poster and interview video.  

For full details and to submit an abstract please click on the link below.