The first Asia-Pacific meeting on Simulation in Healthcare is held in beautiful Hong Kong from May 19-22, 2011. The application of simulation for healthcare improvement has grown rapidly in Asia and the South Pacific over the past decade. This conference will bring together leading experts and innovators in simulation, and provide the optimal venue for networking, collaboration, and learning about the successes of simulation programs. By gathering in Hong Kong, it is anticipated that this conference will build incredible momentum and enthusiasm for advancing the field of simulation in this part of the world.