The document summarizes the proceedings of the 1st International Fluid Academy Day (IFAD) conference. It provides details about the conference agenda, 450 attendees from 32 countries, and key topics discussed around fluid management and hemodynamic monitoring. It also promotes the 2nd IFAD conference, noting it will be held in Antwerp, Belgium on November 17, 2012 and that only 350 spaces remain. Attendees are asked to provide feedback on an evaluation form to help improve the next conference.