Connecticut Association of Nurse Anesthesiology

Connecticut Association of Nurse Anesthesiology Maintaining and advancing Nurse Anesthesiology in the state of Connecticut.

OUR MISSION: Maintaining and advancing nurse anesthesia practice through advocacy and education. OUR VISION: Recognized leader in anesthesia care known for commitment to patient safety and CRNA practice.

The CTANA Education Committee recently finalized details for next year’s Spring Educational Meeting set for Saturday, Fe...
07/24/2025

The CTANA Education Committee recently finalized details for next year’s Spring Educational Meeting set for Saturday, February 28 and Sunday, March 1, 2026, at the Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa.

As a committee member, play a vital role in planning the details of the Spring Meeting. Get on the planning committee and help select speakers and presentation topics.

You do not have to be a Board Member to be part of a committee. If you are interested in learning more or want to get involved, please contact committee chair, Lisa Girardin, at education@ctana.com.

07/21/2025

We are compassionate nurses who care for our patients before, during and after their procedures. We do so much more than administer anesthesia and that impact is felt far beyond the operating room.

Recently elected CTANA President Terri Williams shares an uplifting story.

The AANA / American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology Annual Congress is in less than a month! The Annual Congress i...
07/16/2025

The AANA / American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology Annual Congress is in less than a month!

The Annual Congress is nurse anesthesiology’s largest educational event and takes place from August 9-13 in Nashville. Join your colleagues for a variety of panel discussions, keynote speakers, interactive workshops and networking sessions.

Don’t miss it! Register at https://loom.ly/_yQH0iA.

The CTANA Federal Policy Committee is hard at work planning for the year ahead.The committee is responsible for CTANAs g...
07/15/2025

The CTANA Federal Policy Committee is hard at work planning for the year ahead.

The committee is responsible for CTANAs government relations and advocacy efforts. From organizing advocacy events like Lobby Days to representing the association on a national stage at the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology’s Mid-Year Assembly, committee members play a critical role in the intersection of nurse anesthesiology and policy on a local and national level.

You do not have to be a Board Member to be part of a committee. If you are interested in learning more or want to get involved, please contact committee chair, Lydia Lee-Villarreal, at federalpolicydirector@ctana.com.

Our incoming 2025-26 Board Members will be supported by the following returning Board Members: Jonathon Grabowski DNP, C...
07/11/2025

Our incoming 2025-26 Board Members will be supported by the following returning Board Members: Jonathon Grabowski DNP, CRNA, APRN, Lindsey Fernandez de Soto DNAP, CRNA, APRN, Matt Sorak DNAP, CRNA, APRN, Moshe Schwarz MS, CRNA, APRN and Toby McPherson-Belanger DNP, CRNA, APRN.

We can’t think of a better group to work together and lead our board this term!

Lydia Lee-Villarreal DNAP, CRNA, APRN is our next 2025-26 Board Member spotlight! Lydia currently practices at Lawrence ...
07/10/2025

Lydia Lee-Villarreal DNAP, CRNA, APRN is our next 2025-26 Board Member spotlight! Lydia currently practices at Lawrence + Memorial (L+M) Hospital and has nearly a decade of experience as a CRNA. For the past three years, she has served as the CTANA Federal Political Director and Chair of the Federal Policy Committee.

Lois Caldrello MS, MBA, CRNA, APRN is today's 2025-26 Board Member spotlight. Lois is a practicing CRNA and doctoral can...
07/09/2025

Lois Caldrello MS, MBA, CRNA, APRN is today's 2025-26 Board Member spotlight. Lois is a practicing CRNA and doctoral candidate at UConn.

With over 20 years in healthcare, she is a strong advocate for mental health access and integrative care, combining her expertise in anesthesia, public health and the mind-body connection.

Welcome Lisa Girardin DNP, CRNA, APRN to the 2025-26 CTANA Board of Directors. In addition to practicing clinically, Lis...
07/08/2025

Welcome Lisa Girardin DNP, CRNA, APRN to the 2025-26 CTANA Board of Directors. In addition to practicing clinically, Lisa is an Associate Professor in the Nurse Anesthesia department at Central Connecticut State University. After becoming Education Committee Chair in 2024, she is excited to continue serving in the role this year.

SAVE THE DATE for next year’s Spring Educational Meeting, Saturday, February 28 and Sunday, March 1, 2026, at the Mystic...
07/07/2025

SAVE THE DATE for next year’s Spring Educational Meeting, Saturday, February 28 and Sunday, March 1, 2026, at the Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa.

Our Education Committee is working hard behind the scenes to make this meeting a huge success and they would love your help and feedback to ensure your ideas are represented!

Come to the Education Meeting on Monday, July 14 at 6 p.m. to help plan our Mystic weekend.

Register for the meeting on the Members Only portal on our website.

This week, we’re spotlighting our new 2025-26 Board Members. Meet Ann Bassett DNAP, CRNA, APRN. Ann is a past President ...
07/07/2025

This week, we’re spotlighting our new 2025-26 Board Members.

Meet Ann Bassett DNAP, CRNA, APRN. Ann is a past President of CTANA and has been active in the association for two decades holding executive, director and committee leadership positions.

Ann is currently the Lead CRNA for Northeast Medical Group Department of Anesthesia at Yale New Haven Health’s Lawrence + Memorial Hospital. We're fortunate to have a CRNA of her caliber and expertise advising CTANA in her new role.

Wishing you a happy and safe Independence Day!
07/04/2025

Wishing you a happy and safe Independence Day!

It's official! Following the election results of our Special Meeting of the Membership, we are thrilled to introduce the...
06/30/2025

It's official! Following the election results of our Special Meeting of the Membership, we are thrilled to introduce the 2025-26 CTANA Executive Board members.

Join us in welcoming this group of leaders to guide CTANA forward.

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