Auckland has been confirmed to host the 30th Annual Medical Image Computing and Computer Assisted Intervention Conference 2027 (MICCAI 2027), the world’s leading forum for medical imaging, robotic surgery and image-guided surgery.
MICCAI 2027 will see nearly 3000 world-leading AI researchers, clinicians and biomedical engineers gather in Auckland from 26 September to 1 October 2027. The conference is estimated to generate an economic impact of $5.7 million and approximately 15,500 visitor nights.
The conference hosting bid was led by Associate Professor Jichao Zhao from the Auckland Bioengineering Institute at the University of Auckland in partnership with Professor Terry Peters from the Roberts Research Institute at Western University in London, Canada, with support from Auckland Convention Bureau which is a division of Tātaki Auckland Unlimited, and Tourism New Zealand Business Events.
Associate Professor Zhao, who is General Chair for MICCAI 2027, says: “AI-driven medical technologies are no longer just futuristic concepts – they’re becoming vital tools for resource-constrained health systems. AI-powered medical imaging and robotics are transforming healthcare in settings such as rural areas of New Zealand. By enabling faster, automated diagnoses – and in some cases, treatments – these innovations help clinicians reach patients who might otherwise face delays or limited access to care. The conference will bring together world leaders to explore cutting-edge technologies and tackle pressing health equity challenges in the Pacific region and beyond.”
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