Michigan Society of Anesthesiologists

02/03/2026

On National Women Physicians Day, we celebrate the highly skilled female anesthesiologists who play a critical role in protecting patient care and advancing our profession.

01/31/2026

As we wrap up this year’s Physician Anesthesiologists Week, we’re thankful to Governor Gretchen Whitmer for her proclamation recognizing the hard work of anesthesiologists in Michigan, who continue pushing medicine forward with every case and play a critical role in keeping patients safe.

01/31/2026

Physician Anesthesiologists Week recognizes the physicians who protect patients during their most vulnerable moments – and this work goes far beyond “putting patients to sleep.” Learn more about our advocacy from MSA President Matt Dellaquila, MD, in his op ed for the Michigan Advance:

Physician Anesthesiologists Week is a time to recognize the physicians who protect patients at their most vulnerable moments — when they are under anesthesia and unable to speak for themselves. It is also a moment to underscore what defines our profession: a commitment to truth, transparency and p...

01/31/2026

Anesthesiologists are highly trained physicians with more than a decade of rigorous education and training. Dr. Anoop Chhina is the Anesthesiology Residency Program Director at Henry Ford Health and has dedicated her career to advancing medical education and quality assurance.



She is an expert in medical education research and a pioneer in resident skills training. Through virtual and augmented reality and point-of-care ultrasound modules, her residents receive hands-on training, becoming better prepared for emerging clinical tools and procedures.

01/31/2026

Physician Anesthesiologists Week 2026 highlights why the anesthesia care team excels: pioneering innovation, exceptional training, seamless collaboration, and an unwavering commitment to patient safety in every procedure — all led by anesthesiologists.

01/31/2026

Anesthesiologists are working to push medicine forward through groundbreaking and revolutionary advances. Michael Burns, PhD, MD, is an Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology and Director of Informatics and Data Analytics at the University of Michigan Medical School.

Dr. Burns also serves as the Associate Chief Medical Informatics Officer of Artificial Intelligence at Michigan Medicine and as Chair of the Clinical Intelligence Committee (CIC), providing governance and strategy to support safe development and use of AI tools for clinical operations and clinical decision systems, including prediction models, machine learning models, and artificial intelligence algorithms.

01/26/2026

This week, we honor a medical specialty built on innovation, precision, and an unwavering commitment to patient safety. Dr. John Mitchell is the Vice Chair for Academic Affairs in the Department of Anesthesiology, Pain Management and Perioperative Medicine at Henry Ford Health.

Dr. Mitchell is an expert in medical simulation and co-developed a course for U.S. military members to learn to use portable ultrasound devices the size of cell phones to make critical medical decisions in combat.

01/25/2026

From groundbreaking pain management to revolutionary patient safety protocols, anesthesiologists continue pushing medicine forward with every case. This week, we celebrate Physician Anesthesiologists Week!

01/23/2026

Dive into the future of anesthesiology! MSA member Dr. Neeju Ravikant discusses Alternative Payment Models (APMs) on The American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA)'s Central Line podcast. Learn how anesthesiologists are leading innovation in value-based care and how APMs intersect with operational goals, patient outcomes, and physician practice.

Listen here: https://author.asahq.org/podcasts/central-line/episode-one-hundred-fifty-five

01/21/2026

In 2026, MSA remains more committed than ever to advocacy on behalf of our members and patients in Michigan. Behind every successful surgery is an anesthesiologist managing your vital signs, adjusting medications in real-time, and ensuring your safety. From ORs to the state Capitol, MSA members are tireless advocates for patient safety standards that save lives.

01/20/2026

Applications for the Spring round of FAER grants are OPEN!

The Foundation for Anesthesia Education and Research (FAER) is the non-profit arm of The American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) and has supported and developed future generations of physician investigators for more than 35 years.

All submissions are due by Feb. 15, and awards will be announced in mid-May. Good luck!

https://ow.ly/397G50Xz5BN

01/19/2026

Today, we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy of service, justice, and equality. His vision echoes our steadfast commitment to healthcare equity. We believe all patients deserve safe and expert anesthesia care.