“Allyship is often defined as using one’s position, voice, or influence to support others.” Dr. Samantha Yeap explores allyship in various settings. doi.org/10.1097/01.A...

ASA applauds the Patients First Act—a bipartisan Congressional effort to reform the Medicare physician payment system. Hear ASA President Dr. Patrick Giam outline key elements of the proposed legislation, and learn more: www.asahq.org/advocacy-and...

For anesthesiology residents working 24-hour shifts, providing brief, scheduled "power naps" may lead to better clinical performance. Learn more about this clinical trial published in Anesthesiology Journals: https://ow.ly/1ulZ50ZLv8C #anesthesiology #anesthesiologist

Why you should consider taking the free Enhancing Patient Communications course: 😊To increase patient satisfaction 🎉To boost your professional well-being 🥼To grow patients’ understanding of anesthesiology Register today to earn 1.5 CME credits: ow.ly/fEWf50ZKTMN

Residency programs have doubled in number over the last 25 years, in part due to anticipation of future shortages. Explore some of the new programs: doi.org/10.1097/01.A...

September is Women in Medicine Month! ASA member and former elite athlete Dr. Harini Chenna chose #anesthesiology because she loves the commitment and camaraderie of working in a team environment. Hear more about her drive to make a difference in her patients' lives. #WIMMonth #anesthesiologist

Dr. Asha Padmanabhan outlines how to get started on LinkedIn. “You do not need to create every post from scratch. Research findings and commentaries, ASA articles and resources, advocacy updates, and informative conference sessions can all become LinkedIn content.” doi.org/10.1097/01.A...

Happy Labor Day to workers everywhere—and especially to our members who may be in the hospital or on call today. We appreciate you! #LaborDay

ASA President Dr. Patrick Giam celebrates Women in Medicine Month with a special invitation to attend Dr. Carol J. Peden's lecture at ANESTHESIOLOGY 2026 in San Diego. Register now to secure your spot! www.asahq.org/annualmeetin... #ANES26 #WIMMonth #anesthesiology

Join us for ASA® ADVANCE 2027 January 22–24 in the Washington, DC, metro area, for insights you can use, connections that matter, and a weekend dedicated to putting your business first. Get the latest updates: ow.ly/9mk650ZItwF #ADVANCE27 #anesthesiology #anesthesia

The August @asamonitor.bsky.social just published! This month’s theme is “Mentorship, Sponsorship, and Allyship: Assuring That We All Succeed.” Explore: 🔸 Supporting Early-Career, International, and Nontraditional Anesthesiologists 🔸 Sponsorship vs. mentorship journals.lww.com/monitor/toc/...

The Residents’ Review column explores a range of topics and challenges encountered during residency. Explore “Translating Social Determinants of Health into Anesthesiology Training” in the August @asamonitor.bsky.social. doi.org/10.1097/01.A...

We’re proud to continue our collaboration with Masimo as an ASA Corporate Supporter for the 14th year! Together, we’re expanding educational opportunities and initiatives designed to advance anesthesia care and improve patient outcomes. Learn more: www.asahq.org/about-asa/ne...

ASA Announces 14-Year Collaboration with Masimo as a Corporate Supporter

The ASA today announced the continuation of its longstanding collaboration with Masimo, a Danaher company and a specialty diagnostics solutions innovator of pulse oximetry and other patient-monitoring...

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Mentorship can be a two-way street. Drs. Lisa Solomon and Chris Troianos join Central Line for a frank discussion of bidirectional mentorship and the stakeholders who benefit, from anesthesiologists to health systems to patients. 🎧 Listen now: https://ow.ly/IqP650ZHraT

ASA, with the American College of Emergency Physicians and ACR, challenges a new report claiming the No Surprises Act's Independent Dispute Resolution process has generated $22.4 billion in costs—a tally based on insurers' flawed calculations. Members, read more in MMO: https://ow.ly/px9k50ZGBsi

No other specialist is involved in as many aspects of patient care, works with as many departments, or is as well positioned to improve the quality and efficiency of patient care as an #anesthesiologist. Learn more: ow.ly/OtqC50ZFbRH #anesthesiology #anesthesiologists

Do anesthesiologists need both mentorship and sponsorship? Drs. Andrew Pham, Kokila Thenuwara, Penny Liu, and Ruben Azocar explain why the two are equally important. doi.org/10.1097/01.A...

ASA celebrates a recent federal court ruling affirming that insurers cannot include so-called "ghost rates" in calculating payments under the No Surprises Act's independent dispute resolution (IDR) process. Hear from ASA President Dr. Patrick Giam, and learn more: www.asahq.org/advocacy-and...

Women anesthesiologists report higher rates of burnout and occupational-hazard exposures that impact their quality of life, according to a new survey. The study is the first to map the challenges they navigate throughout their careers. ow.ly/3xiz50ZuioR #WomensEqualityDay

Mentorship reinforces the long-term vitality of anesthesiology. Learn about: • Aligning expectations during mentorships • Why mentorship matters now • Tiered mentoring doi.org/10.1097/01.A...

Findings from a recent study by Sanz-Pons reveal that individuals carrying a mitochondrial DNA variant may be at increased risk of severe neurologic deterioration after exposure to anesthetic agents. 🧬 📚 Article: ow.ly/JTP150ZCH2J 🎙️ Podcast: ow.ly/84rn50ZCH2L

Nothing compares to #ADVANCE27 for fine-tuning your #anesthesia practice—but don't take our word for it. Drs. Joseph Staggenborg and Antonio Hernandez Conte invite you to the anesthesia business event you can't afford to miss! Lock in your early bird rate today: www.asahq.org/advance?utm_...

Protect your life and your practice with ASA’s members-only insurance program. Coverage options include medical malpractice, health, life, disability, dental, vision, travel, and even pets. Discover what ASA Insurance can do for you: asainsurance.com #anesthesiology

Learn about these areas in the August @asamonitor.bsky.social🎥 🔸 2026 #anesthesiology residency match 🔸 The rise of part-time anesthesiologists 🔸 #ANES26 journals.lww.com/monitor/toc/...

We're deeply concerned for the patients affected by reported medication errors in Nashville. ASA, APSF and SOAP reaffirm that spinal anesthesia is a safe, well-established technique when the appropriate medication and safeguards are in place. https://ow.ly/N4zn50ZCvWC

Anesthesiology Organizations Express Concern for Patients Harmed, Reaffirm Safety of Spinal Anesthesia

In response to reported medication errors that harmed patients in Nashville, the Society for Obstetric Anesthesia and Perinatology (SOAP), the Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation (APSF) and the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) today reaffirmed that spinal anesthesia remains a safe and essential anesthetic technique when administered with appropriate medication. These devastating events must be seriously addressed, without calling into question the safety of this well-established form of care. SOAP, APSF and ASA extend their deepest concern and compassion to the patients and...

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At #ANES26 there's something for everyone—including future anesthesiologists, current trainees, and physicians in their first few years of practice. Hear ASA President Dr. Patrick Giam share program highlights, and secure your spot today: www.asahq.org/annualmeeting #anesthesiology

The 2026 Featured Anesthesiology Jobs Guide is here! Explore top job openings, access career resources, and connect with leading employers—all through one interactive, downloadable booklet. Start your next chapter today: ow.ly/gbKu50ZBUt4

Drs. Igor Tkachenko, Aysha Hasan, and Muhammad Rafique explore the broad cultural shift toward reduced full-time equivalent. Read “The Rise of Part-Time Anesthesiologists” in the latest @asamonitor.bsky.social In the Know column. doi.org/10.1097/01.A...

Workplace violence in healthcare is a growing crisis. Learn more about the scope of the problem, contributing factors, its impact on the workforce and patient care, and prevention strategies from Dr. John Scott via @kevinmd.bsky.social: kevinmd.com/2026/08/work...

Many anesthesiologists subspecialize in other areas. ASA member Dr. John Klick—board certified in #anesthesiology, adult cardiac anesthesiology, #CriticalCare medicine, and advanced echocardiography—recalls a time when his advanced training helped save a patient's life. #anesthesiologist