Neonatal Difficult Airway (NEODAC) May 2026
About this Program:
Facilitated by The Royal Children’s Hospital Simulation Program and the Department of Neonatal Medicine, this is a course for Neonatologists and Neonatal Nurses, General Paediatricians, Trainees, and anyone who may potentially be faced with the challenge of managing a difficult neonatal airway.
Includes:
Human factors impact on teamwork and airway management during stressful situations
Tracheostomy masterclass
Skills stations:
- Difficult airway algorithm and trolley set-up
- Video laryngoscopy
- Intubation and aides
- Mask ventilation, airway adjuncts, Neopuff, anaesthetic circuit
Simulations and debrief sessions on management of the difficult airway in a neonate
Intended audience: Neonatologists and Neonatal Nurses, General Paediatricians, Trainees
Date: Wednesday 13th May 2026
Time: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Mode of delivery: In person. This session will not be available online or recorded.
Where: Level 1, Health Education Learning Precinct (HELP), RCH Simulation Centre, The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne, 50 Flemington Rd Parkville, VIC 3052
Cost:
- Medical $500 (incl. GST)
- Nursing $220 (incl. GST)
RCH Staff book via Learning Hero
Enrolment closes 5:00 PM Monday 11th May, 2026
Contact: simulation@rch.org.au