The Australian Society of Anaesthetists

The Australian Society of Anaesthetists Supporting, representing and educating Australia’s anaesthetists since 1934.

The Australian Society of Anaesthetists (ASA) was founded in 1934 as a voluntary association of members practicing anaesthesia throughout Australia. The ASA effectively promotes and protects the status, independence and best interests of Australian anaesthetists with its principal foci being the economic, workforce and professional interests of anaesthetists. This is achieved through negotiations with state and federal health departments and associated medical bodies, the development of policy and the publication of guidelines. The Society, jointly with the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (ANZCA), provides representatives to Standards Australia, Medical Services Advisory Committee and the Professional Services Review Committee. The ASA's publications include the international peer review scientific journal, Anaesthesia and Intensive Care, the ASA news and the Relative Value Guide. It conducts an annual National Scientific Congress, and in conjunction with ANZCA provides Continuing Medical Education events at individual state and territory levels. https://iamonline.org.au/
These interactive anaesthetic modules(iamonline)

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Combined Scientific Congress 2022

It's time to renew - 2026 Renewals are here!Our members are the heart of ASA. Hear directly from them why their membersh...
14/02/2026

It's time to renew - 2026 Renewals are here!

Our members are the heart of ASA. Hear directly from them why their membership matters!

Visit the member portal on the ASA website and renew today!

Today marks the Anniversary of the National Apology to the Stolen Generations.This is an important day in our nation's h...
12/02/2026

Today marks the Anniversary of the National Apology to the Stolen Generations.

This is an important day in our nation's history, calling on Australians to remember and acknowledge the harm inflicted on First Nation's peoples.

It reminds us to reflect on the past, and look toward the future, and come together on the journey toward reconciliation.

Improving Transparency for Private Health MembersToday the Albanese Government introduced a Bill in the Parliament to st...
12/02/2026

Improving Transparency for Private Health Members

Today the Albanese Government introduced a Bill in the Parliament to strengthen transparency and improve patients’ understanding of their healthcare and private health insurance arrangements. The Australian Society of Anaesthetists supports the objectives of this Bill, and we look forward to continuing to work constructively with the Department of Health to ensure that all information published on the Medical Costs Finder website is both meaningful and relevant to patients and anaesthetists alike.

ASA President, Dr Vida Viliunas, said she was pleased this legislation will outlaw product phoenixing, where private health insurers close a product and re-open an identical one at a higher price, or reduce the value of a product. This reform represents an important opportunity to improve clarity in a system that many patients find confusing and unfair.

She said the ASA remains committed to working collaboratively with government and stakeholders to ensure reforms improve understanding, strengthen patient trust, and support the continued delivery of safe, high-quality anaesthetic care.

Click here to read our full statement on the ASA website: https://asa.org.au/news-and-media/improving-transparency-for-private-health-members

Whether you’ve never opened ChatGPT or you use AI every day, we can all use AI to elevate our communication. Learn a fra...
10/02/2026

Whether you’ve never opened ChatGPT or you use AI every day, we can all use AI to elevate our communication. Learn a framework to help you prompt AI, plus important dos and don’ts to help you leverage this emerging technology.

Secure your spot today for the Communications Workshop-Using AI to Improve Communication through the ASA website today.

Register now: https://asa.org.au/event/communications-workshop-using-ai-to-improve-communication

You may have recently seen important updates from the ASA about issues affecting both anaesthetists and their patients. ...
09/02/2026

You may have recently seen important updates from the ASA about issues affecting both anaesthetists and their patients.

At the Australian Society of Anaesthetists, our Policy Team advocates for members across multiple fronts—engaging with key professional and economic matters, contributing to the Relative Value Guide, providing strong representation throughout the MBS Review, and actively collaborating with government and private health insurers. We also lead the development of ASA position statements, submissions on professional issues, and patient information resources.

When you’re an ASA member, you’re not only supported—you’re part of a collective voice that strengthens our ability to advocate on your behalf.

It’s now time to renew your membership. Renew before February 28 to ensure you continue receiving all the valuable benefits of ASA membership. Visit your member portal on the ASA website to complete your renewal.

A fantastic turnout on Saturday at Covent Garden in West End, Queensland! Following the Part Zero event, the ASA was pro...
09/02/2026

A fantastic turnout on Saturday at Covent Garden in West End, Queensland! Following the Part Zero event, the ASA was proud to sponsor the gathering, giving our Committee members a great opportunity to connect with attendees and support their ongoing journey.

Understanding and appreciating the pressures that patients face in healthcare is something medical specialists, such as ...
06/02/2026

Understanding and appreciating the pressures that patients face in healthcare is something medical specialists, such as anaesthetists, deal with every day. Anaesthetists provide over 7,000 episodes of care to patients in the private healthcare system each day. Their expertise ensures high quality safe care is provided at critical points of a patient’s life.

ASA President, Dr Vida Viliunas has highlighted the preliminary results of a new survey completed by over 1,000 anaesthetists, on issues including out-of-pocket costs, informed financial consent, private health insurance arrangements, patient access and equity.

Click here to read more: https://asa.org.au/news-and-media/asa-response-on-private-healthcare-australia-pha-consumer-research-report

06/02/2026

Want to know what a typical day looks like for an anaesthetist? Dr Namrata Singh gives us an inside look into her day-to-day (and sometimes night) in this informative interview.

In this series, Australian Anaesthesia podcast host, Associate Professor, Dr Suzi Nou, gets insights from medical professionals and experts, answering some of your burning questions about anaesthesia and the role of anaesthetists!

If you’re interested in learning more about anaesthesia and the role of anaesthetists, visit the ASA website OR follow us so you don’t miss out on more of our informative videos.

ASA Small Grant Winner! Congratulations to Dr Michelle Chong, winner of the ASA Small Grant now known as ASA Research Gr...
05/02/2026

ASA Small Grant Winner!

Congratulations to Dr Michelle Chong, winner of the ASA Small Grant now known as ASA Research Grant for her research proposal: A Pilot Study of Phrenic Nerve-sparing Regional Anaesthesia for Shoulder Analgesia: Cadaveric Evaluation of Combined Suprascapular, Axillary and Lateral Pectoral (SAXI-Pec) Nerve Blocks

The ASA Research Grant applications are open to ASA members who have held their memberships for at least 12 months. Applications from trainee members, and members within 5 years of full membership are strongly encouraged. Applications from teams of researchers are also welcome.

Thank you Dr Chong for your dedication and contribution to advancing anaesthesia research!

Today is Primary Health Care Nurses Day, which takes place on the first Wednesday of February. Today, we acknowledge, re...
04/02/2026

Today is Primary Health Care Nurses Day, which takes place on the first Wednesday of February. Today, we acknowledge, recognise, and celebrate the important role and work of primary health care nursing.

The 2026 theme, “Essential at Every Stage”, highlights the important role primary health care nurses play in the health and wellbeing of those in their care.

To all 104,000+ primary health care nurses across Australia, thank you for your continued care, compassion, expertise and dedication.

Today is World Cancer Day (February 4), a time to raise awareness and funds to better support those living with cancer, ...
03/02/2026

Today is World Cancer Day (February 4), a time to raise awareness and funds to better support those living with cancer, and aid research toward improved preventative options and treatments.

The 2025-2027 theme for World Cancer Day is “United by Unique”. This theme recognises the unique experiences, stories and voices of individuals with cancer, and aims to encourage conversations to be people-centred.

You can learn more about World Cancer Day and ways to support people and research at www.worldcancerday.org

45 Australians lose their lives to heart disease every day. 1 Australian suffers a heart attack every 9 minutes. 1.3 mil...
02/02/2026

45 Australians lose their lives to heart disease every day.
1 Australian suffers a heart attack every 9 minutes.
1.3 million Australians currently live with cardiovascular disease.

REDFEB encourages you to wear red this February, and help raise awareness and funds for Australia's leading cause of death.

Support Heart Research Australia this REDFEB and support their research and initiative.

Visit redfeb.heartresearch.com.au to learn more!

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The Australian Society of Anaesthetists (ASA) was founded in 1934 as a voluntary association of members practicing anaesthesia throughout Australia. The ASA effectively promotes and protects the status, independence and best interests of Australian anaesthetists with its principal foci being the economic, workforce and professional interests of anaesthetists. This is achieved through negotiations with state and federal health departments and associated medical bodies, the development of policy and the publication of guidelines. The Society, jointly with the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (ANZCA), provides representatives to Standards Australia, Medical Services Advisory Committee and the Professional Services Review Committee. The ASA's publications include the international peer review scientific journal, Anaesthesia and Intensive Care, the ASA news and the Relative Value Guide. It conducts an annual National Scientific Congress, and in conjunction with ANZCA provides Continuing Medical Education events at individual state and territory levels. www.twitter.com/ASA_Australia Twitter https://www.aaic.net.au/ Anaesthesia and Intensive Care Journal http://asa2019.com.au/ National Scientific Congress (NSC) 2019