🔊 New Podcast Episode | Australian Anaesthesia – Ep 124 Beyond the Diagnosis: An Anaesthesia Trainee's Journey with Type 1 Diabetes 🎙️ Associate Professor Suzi Nou in conversation with Dr Evan Kumarakurusingham 🎧 Listen now: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/757963ae-c57c-46a4-9fd3-07036fbdd617/

Hypnosis and surgery: In this short excerpt from episode 123 of the Australian Anaesthetist podcast hosted by Associate Professor Suzi Nou, Associate Professor Allan Cyna tells us about hypnosis and anaesthesia: https://youtube.com/shorts/5ctO3IemO2U?feature=share

Ep123. No More S Words! What Hypnosis Teaches Us About Talking with Patients

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Congratulations to the Pacific Society of Anaesthetists on the success of their recent conference. We are proud to support the development of pain services in the Pacific. Dr Moira Rush, describes how in this article. Find the article in the AA September edition: asa.org.au/publications...

Did you know you can view our extensive History of Anaesthesia timeline on our website? Explore the rich history of anaesthesia through the Timeline of Significant Events, available here: https://asa.org.au/about/history/anaesthesia-timeline

R U OK? Day reminds us of the importance of connection and conversation. The ASA understand the complexities of the role of an anaesthetist. It's important to have access to support and resources that can help. You can access a range of wellbeing resources via the ASA website.

The 2026 Relative Value Guide is available now! Members, log in via the member portal to view the online version: https://asa.org.au/publications/relative-value-guide

The September issue of the Australian Anaesthetist has arrived! Members, the hard copy will be on your desk soon, but you can check out the digital version here: https://asa.org.au/publications/australian-anaesthetist

Ready to influence at the executive level? Learn how to drive organisational change, build innovative clinical pathways and confidently connect clinical priorities with business strategy.

Does using negative perceptual language increase anxiety and pain? Check out this short excerpt from episode 123 of the Australian Anaesthetist podcast hosted by Associate Professor Suzi Nou, in discussion with Associate Professor Allan Cyna: https://youtube.com/shorts/xUOwjRPMXOQ?feature=share

The 2026 Combined Scientific Congress takes place in the beautiful Hunter Valley. Don’t worry about the journey, we’ve done the hard work for you! Travel with us: https://youtube.com/shorts/5C6WJsg0lbY?feature=share

Learn the dos and don’ts of both in person and online meetings, with practical strategies to help you contribute confidently! Register now - https://asa.org.au/event/communications-workshop-communication-in-meetings

🔊 New Podcast Episode | Australian Anaesthesia – Ep 123 No More S Words! What Hypnosis Teaches Us About Talking with Patients 🎧 Listen now: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/52b58bf3-9201-42a0-9546-91c5580bed39/

🎉Congratulations Dr Rosmarin Zacher! 🎉 We are thrilled to announce Dr Rosmarin Zacher as the winner of the AIC Emerging Investigator Award for 2025. Please join us in celebrating this outstanding achievement! Congratulations Dr Rosmarin Zacher! 👏

Daffodil Day is Cancer Council’s annual fundraiser, raising vital funds for cancer research, prevention and support services. The daffodil is a symbol of hope and resilience for the many Australians affected by cancer.

Drawing on Morbidity and Mortality highlights from recent webAIRS submissions, this session will examine real cases, key lessons learned and practical insights to enhance clinical decision making and foster continuous improvement in practice.

We're online! At the Australian Society of Anaesthetists, we share resources, updates, events, and patient information on a range of channels. You can stay up to date or view our latest resources by following us on LinkedIn, Instragram, Facebook, Bluesky, YouTube and TikTok!

How do anaesthetists feel about retirement? This is the word cloud that was generated by 100’s of anaesthetists at our recent “Part 4 - Planning for Retirement’ event. What words would you add? Missed the session? The recording will be available soon (for ASA members) on the ASA website.

Sustainability at CSC2026 Together, we’re creating an event that not only sparks conversation but also empowers lasting action for people, places, and the environment. Visit the website to learn more: https://csc2026.com.au/sustainability/

The ASA Board recently discussed constitutional reforms to maintain ACNC compliance and strong governance, with outcomes to be presented at the October AGM. Our focus remains on delivering high-quality patient care and advocating for a sustainable healthcare system that puts patients first.

Join us for a fascinating journey through the history of anaesthesia in Australia and around the world, from its early experimental beginnings to the sophisticated techniques used today. Register now - https://asa.org.au/event/history-of-anaesthesia-where-have-we-come-from

The ASA Pain Medicine Discharge Plan was designed to support you post-surgery. In our short video, Assoc Prof Suzi Nou takes you through how you can use the form most effectively. Watch it now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fQACG8pZsL0

🌟 ASA Annual Research Grant Winner! 🌟 Congratulations to Dr Michelle Chong, 2026 winner of the ASA Annual Research Grant. Thank you, Dr Michelle Chong, for your dedication and contribution to advancing anaesthesia research!

In this snippet from an upcoming episode of the Australian Anaesthetist podcast hosted by Assoc Prof Suzi Nou, Assoc Prof Jennifer Stevens goes through how to use the ASA’s Pain Medicine Discharge form. View it here: https://youtube.com/shorts/jzfJMV82hhU?feature=share

🎉Congratulations Dr Earlene Silvapulle! 🎉 We are thrilled to announce Dr Earlene Silvapulle as the winner of the Jackson Rees Research Grant for 2026. Please join us in celebrating Dr Earlene Silvapulle! Congratulations! 👏 @esilvapulle.bsky.social

National Pain Week is a time to spread awareness and to support the efforts to improve outcomes for Australians with chronic pain. If you're due for surgery and have concerns about pain management, myou can find helpful information on the ASA website at: asa.org.au/patients/after-your-anaesthetic

Kick off this high impact webinar series with a practical deep dive into regional anaesthesia fundamentals & pathways, grounded in evidence & real-world applications. The series consists of three events: 🗓️ Saturday 28 November 🗓️ Monday 30 November 🗓️ Wednesday 2 December

An ASA membership opens the door to a world of professional development, support, and advocacy. Visit the website to learn more: https://asa.org.au/types-of-membership/membership-benefits

Real- time propofol monitoring. What’s available, what’s coming and will TIVA ever replace volatile anaesthesia? Ponder these questions and more in the latest editor’s choice article from the AIC. Free access for the month of July. Read the article today: journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10....

🔊 New Podcast Episode | Australian Anaesthesia – Ep 121 The Social Script: What Doctors Should (and Shouldn’t) Post on Social Media with Dr Maria Li 🎧 Listen now: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/9f8884b8-a8dc-435a-8bac-501840ba9af8/

Our recent Morbidity and Mortality (M&M) event on June 29th was a huge success – with over 600 attendees! Check out what they had to say about the event!