🔬 Join the Research and Innovation Committee! This is a fantastic opportunity to get involved in shaping our research strategy. 👉 Nominate yourself by 23:59 on Wednesday 26 August 2026. 📌 anaesthetists.org/Home/About-u... #AnSky

We welcome NHS England's updated guidance on accessing patient records. While we strongly support the preventing of accessing patient records for illegitimate reasons.. (🧵1/3)

📣 Bookings are now open for Anaesthesia Research 2026! 🗓️ 26 – 27 November, Southampton Join us for two days exploring the latest developments in anaesthesia and perioperative research. 📍 Find out more and book your place: buff.ly/IHxHbkj

Anaesthesia Research 2026 - Advancing Science, Transforming Care

Join us in Southampton in November, as we bring together many organising groups to highlight anaesthetic research from the past year.

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Temperatures reached 38°C today. 🌡️ Extreme heat is putting pressure on our health service — and healthcare must adapt. Explore what climate resilience means for anaesthesia, join us at Annual Congress 2026 👉️ buff.ly/BnRPxBW

We’re looking for a new lay trustee! Our lay trustee will help shape the future direction of the Association, contribute specialist expertise, and provide a fresh perspective 🌻 Do you know someone who might be a good fit? ➡️ buff.ly/lsZlerA

World Breastfeeding Week is over… 👋 But our guidance for anaesthesia and sedation in patients who are breastfeeding is here all year round 🎉 (🧵 1/6) For the full guidelines 🔗 buff.ly/X9hldIg #AnSky #MedSky

As your anaesthesia career progresses, so does your responsibility 👩‍⚕️ From guiding junior colleagues to providing pastoral support and mentorship, our Future Leaders in Anaesthesia course is designed to help you develop your leadership skills. Applications open next month. 👀 buff.ly/nxa2m4j

Boost your portfolio by presenting your research at WSM 2027! ⏳ Three weeks left to submit your abstract for this leading anaesthesia conference. Accepted abstracts will be eligible for publication in the online supplement of Anaesthesia and compete for cash prizes. 🔗 buff.ly/vJdHklx #AnSky

Looking for practical guidance to help you navigate your training? Our comprehensive handbooks and podcasts are packed with expert advice and practical tips to support you every step of the way 👇️ buff.ly/BdjWQxu 📘 Stage 2 & Stage 3 handbooks are available exclusively to members #AnSky

What session are you most looking forward to at Annual Congress 2026? Above are some of the most anticipated sessions for far. We're only 6 weeks away, so book while spaces last 🔗 buff.ly/2wBG723

It’s World Breastfeeding Week! 🤱 A valuable resource for clinicians and patients, these guidelines inform decision-making around peri-operative care, helping to support breastfeeding while minimising risk to the child 🍼 Read the guidelines: buff.ly/QceKAD4 #AnSky #WorldBreastfeedingWeek

Introducing the new Association Early Career Researcher Professorship! Created to recognise and support exceptional early-career researchers in anaesthesia, this prestigious new professorship celebrates the next generation of academic leaders. Nominations are open ➡️ buff.ly/HktPr6i #Ansky

Could you be our new lay trustee? Lay trustees play a vital role in strengthening the effectiveness, governance, and strategic direction of the Association. Find out more: buff.ly/HouuCiS

👉 Could you be our new committee member? 🔬 We’re pleased to reopen applications for a place on our Research and Innovation Committee - now open to both Full and Resident Members of the Association. Nominate yourself by Wednesday 26 August 2026 🔗 buff.ly/S332wK0

🌟 Who deserves to be recognised for their outstanding work? The Association Awards for Excellence are a chance to shine a light on the individuals and teams making a big difference, and to celebrate achievements across the speciality. 🏆️ ⏰ Nominations close 26 August 2026 🔗 buff.ly/iV5U2uQ

💡 Read the recommendations from our new guidelines on consent for anaesthesia. For the full guidelines, visit buff.ly/s8aLzAx (🧵 1/9) #AnSky #MedSky

Next up, John Snow, who famously took the handle off the cholera water pump, thus birthing modern epidemiology. He died aged only 45. His original gravestone was destroyed by enemy action (presumably the Blitz?) in 1941, with the current replica kindly erected by @assocanaes.bsky.social 🙏

Clinical rotations are a cornerstone of anaesthetic training, but are they still the best way to deliver a broad and equitable training experience? Explore the benefits and drawbacks of rotating between hospitals in this webinar, free for members: buff.ly/mzObTLQ #AnSky #Medsky

We’re looking for a new lay trustee to join our Board and Council. Lay trustees play a vital role in strengthening the effectiveness, governance, and strategic direction of the Association. Find out more: buff.ly/HouuCiS

There is more than one way to build a successful medical career 💉 Explore the role of SAS and locally employed (LE) doctors, career development opportunities and contracts in this online CPD resource from Dr Rob Fleming, free for members: buff.ly/kKNATsJ

⏰ Just a reminder – the early booking discount for Annual Congress ends soon on Monday 20 July 👉️ buff.ly/RqQe8uN #AC26 #Anaesthesia #CPD #MedicalEducation #Healthcare

🎧️ New podcast episode out now! Joe Pick is joined by Andrew McLeod, lead author of the just published 2026 guidelines on consent in anaesthesia. Listen on Spotify: buff.ly/olcQIpC Listen on Apple podcasts: buff.ly/1aAyfPu

These new guidelines on consent for anaesthesia respond to the changing ethical, legal and clinical landscape in which anaesthetists practice. They include a new section on peri-operative medicine & updated advice 👉️ buff.ly/s8aLzAx

Do you know someone who has made a significant difference in the specialty of anaesthesia, critical care or pain management? 🏅 We're accepting nominations for the Sir Ivan Magill Memorial Medal for Excellence, the Association's highest honour. Submit your nomination: buff.ly/dwgVNrx #Ansky

Our webinar on FRCA exams - road to success is back! This joint webinar with @assocanaes.bsky.social will give you strategies for success in the Primary and Final FRCA with insights from both examiners and successful candidates. 🗓️ Wednesday 12th August ⏰ 1800-2000 anaesthetists.org/Home/Educati...

Looking to strengthen your academic portfolio? ✋️ Presenting at WSM 2027 is a great opportunity to showcase your work, share your achievements with colleagues, and gain publication in the online supplement of Anaesthesia. Submit your abstract ➡️ buff.ly/Ppplvbl #AnSky

Do you have new residents starting this August in your hospital? Help induct them by ordering free welcome packs from the Association of Anaesthetists. Order yours by emailing members@anaesthetists.org

⭐️ Introducing the new Association Early Career Researcher Professorship! Created to recognise and support exceptional early-career researchers in anaesthesia, this prestigious new professorship celebrates the next generation of academic leaders. Submit your nomination ➡️ buff.ly/QG6rW3F

Today, we celebrate 78 years of the NHS. 💙 Here are just a few milestones. 78 years later, we're proud to continue supporting the anaesthetists who care for NHS patients every day. (🧵 1/6) #NHS78 #Ansky #Medsky

As we look ahead to the NHS’s anniversary on 5 July, it’s a fitting time to celebrate those who keep healthcare running. 🏆️ The Evelyn Baker Recognition of Service Award honours the “unsung heroes” of anaesthetic departments. 💡Does someone come to mind? Nominate them today: buff.ly/KY6xKFg #AnSky