AOCA - American Osteopathic College of Anesthesiologists

10/22/2025

Save the Date! Join us October 21–24, 2026, at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, NV for the AOCA Annual Convention & Conclave, co-located with AOA's OMED26.

Connect, learn, and advance your practice with peers and experts under this year’s theme — “Don’t Gamble with Patient Safety.”

10/15/2025

One month later, we’re still reflecting on the incredible energy and connections from the AOCA 2025 Annual Convention in Savannah. Thank you to all who joined us to learn, collaborate, and celebrate the practice of osteopathic anesthesiology.

https://www.aocaonline.org/annual-conclave-and-convention

10/08/2025

Missed the AOCA 2025 Annual Convention? You can still access all the top-quality anesthesia education and CME on your schedule.

✅ Earn up to 22.5 AOA Category 1-A Credits or AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
💻 Watch anytime, anywhere—at home, work, or on the go
🔁 Revisit sessions at your own pace

Recordings will be available starting Dec. 10, but you can register now to secure your spot and we’ll send you access as soon as the content is ready.

Register Now: https://tinyurl.com/348t8exz

10/01/2025

We had the honor of bringing together five of AOCA’s past female presidents during the AOCA 2025 Annual Convention in Savannah: Drs. Ursula Landman, Jennifer Hargrave, Adele King, Sandra Cifor, and Jessica Goeller. (Not pictured: Dr. Toni Patterson).

Their leadership and dedication have shaped AOCA’s history and continue to inspire our future.

Explore more about our legacy and hear interviews with past AOCA presidents on our History of AOCA page ➡️ https://www.aocaonline.org/history-of-aoca

09/29/2025

We're honored to receive the 2025 AOA Outstanding Affiliate Award!

Congratulations to the AOCA - American Osteopathic College of Anesthesiologists, recipient of a 2025 Outstanding Affiliate Award!

09/24/2025

Join us for the AOCA November Second Sunday Webinar Series featuring Frederick Balzer, MD, who will be speaking on "A More Coherent Approach to Managing Vasoplegic Shock" — a deep dive into the future of shock resuscitation. Explore the limits of conventional treatments, gain new insights into cellular mechanisms, and discover how microcirculatory monitoring and hemodynamic coherence can transform patient outcomes.

Dr. Balzer is a board-certified anesthesiologist and teaching faculty at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Balzer brings a wealth of experience—from cutting-edge gene therapy research at UPenn to nearly a decade in private practice. Since joining Jefferson in 2019, he’s been a key mentor to new residents in the OR. Off-duty? He wrangles 4 Ridgebacks, 21 chickens, and two teenagers in South Jersey.

Register for AOCA's Second Sundays webinar, taking place November 9 from 4-5pm ET at https://aocaonline.org/second-sundays-webinar-series

09/17/2025

Welcome to AOCA's newest Board of Governors Members! We are excited to have Drs. Ashley Bailey-Classen, Dana Darwish, and Roy Skousen serving the College and our members.

09/09/2025

Thank you to all of the young investigators who joined us this weekend to present their research in the form of poster and oral presentations. A huge shoutout to the resident and medical student winners of the complex case and scientific investigation competition!

09/09/2025

Congratulations to our amazing members who became fellows over the weekend at the Annual Conference in Savannah! AOCA is so proud of your achievements and contributions to the college!

09/05/2025

We’re excited to kick off the AOCA 2025 Annual Convention tomorrow in Savannah! A huge thank you to our exhibitors and corporate supporters for making this event possible. We can’t wait to connect with you all.

Learn more about our corporate supporters here: https://aocaonline.org/2025-annual-convention-corporate-support

09/03/2025

The countdown is almost over. AOCA 2025 is just days away!

Soon, anesthesiologists from across the country will gather in Savannah for hands-on learning, CME, and connections that matter. As you prepare to join us, don’t forget to leave time to explore this charming Southern city, from cobblestone streets and Spanish moss to riverfront views and unforgettable cuisine. 🌴🌇

Haven’t signed up yet? There’s still time! Register now, view the program, and plan your trip: https://tinyurl.com/348t8exz

08/28/2025

Looking for mentorship—or ready to mentor the next generation of osteopathic anesthesiologists?

The AOCA Mentorship Program is a members-only initiative that connects students, residents, and practicing physicians with experienced anesthesiologists to support career growth, professional development, and meaningful connections.

➤Interested in mentoring? Update your AOCA profile to indicate your availability.
➤Looking for a mentor? Log in to the AOCA member directory to connect with potential mentors.

Learn more about how to participate here: https://www.aocaonline.org/mentorship-program