American Society of Anesthesiologists

Founded in 1905, the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) is an educational, research, and scientific society.

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Patient voices

Demystifying anesthesia to put patients at ease

American Society of Anesthesiologists & Kenneth Elmassian, DO

August 15, 2011Aug 15, 2011

A guest column by the American Society of Anesthesiologists, exclusive to KevinMD.com. As patient safety advocates responsible for monitoring vital signs, managing pain and safeguarding a patient’s overall health through the surgical process, anesthesiologists are committed to informing patients about…

A guest column by the American Society of Anesthesiologists, exclusive to KevinMD.com.

As patient safety advocates responsible for monitoring vital signs, managing pain and safeguarding a patient’s overall health through the surgical process, anesthesiologists are committed to informing patients about the anesthesia experience. The American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) and the Michigan Society of Anesthesiologists (MSA) have launched a new public education campaign to help patients better prepare and …

Patient voices

The Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation improves patient safety

American Society of Anesthesiologists & Robert K. Stoelting, MD

July 18, 2011Jul 18, 20116

A guest column by the American Society of Anesthesiologists, exclusive to KevinMD.com. The Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation (APSF) is celebrating its 25th anniversary. APSF is a patient advocate organization whose mission is to improve the safety of patients during anesthesia…

A guest column by the American Society of Anesthesiologists, exclusive to KevinMD.com.

The Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation (APSF) is celebrating its 25th anniversary. APSF is a patient advocate organization whose mission is to improve the safety of patients during anesthesia care by encouraging and conducting: safety research and education; patient safety programs and campaigns; and the national and international exchange of information and ideas.

“APSF has had a profound impact on …

Conditions and diseases

ASA: The multidimensional practice of pain medicine

American Society of Anesthesiologists

June 13, 2011Jun 13, 20116

A guest column by the American Society of Anesthesiologists, exclusive to KevinMD.com. by Richard W. Rosenquist, MD Pain affects an estimated 75 million Americans, according to the American Pain Foundation. Pain management by unqualified providers can present serious risks to…

A guest column by the American Society of Anesthesiologists, exclusive to KevinMD.com.

by Richard W. Rosenquist, MD

Pain affects an estimated 75 million Americans, according to the American Pain Foundation. Pain management by unqualified providers can present serious risks to patients due to the complexities involved in diagnosing and treating pain. The American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) recently revised its Statement on Interventional Pain Medicine to ensure patients who suffer from …

Drugs and prescribing

ASA: Drug shortages continue to impact anesthesiologists and patients

American Society of Anesthesiologists

May 9, 2011May 9, 2011

A guest column by the American Society of Anesthesiologists, exclusive to KevinMD.com. by Mark A. Warner, MD Drug shortages of a number of drugs, including anesthetics, continue to impact anesthesiologists and patients each day. Throughout the shortages, anesthesiologists will be…

A guest column by the American Society of Anesthesiologists, exclusive to KevinMD.com.

by Mark A. Warner, MD

Drug shortages of a number of drugs, including anesthetics, continue to impact anesthesiologists and patients each day. Throughout the shortages, anesthesiologists will be committed to ensuring patients remain safe and receive quality care.

The American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) recently administered an online Drug Shortages …

Physician voices

ASA: Anesthesiologists ensure safety of anesthesia in young children

American Society of Anesthesiologists

April 11, 2011Apr 11, 2011

A guest column by the American Society of Anesthesiologists, exclusive to KevinMD.com. by Mark A. Singleton, MD Last month, the FDA Anesthetic and Life Support Drugs Advisory Committee met to discuss various research efforts that may indicate possible connections between…

A guest column by the American Society of Anesthesiologists, exclusive to KevinMD.com.

by Mark A. Singleton, MD

Last month, the FDA Anesthetic and Life Support Drugs Advisory Committee met to discuss various research efforts that may indicate possible connections between neurodegeneration and exposure to anesthesia in young children.

The group examined recent studies in newborn animals that show …

Drugs and prescribing

ASA addresses drug shortages to ensure patient safety

American Society of Anesthesiologists

March 14, 2011Mar 14, 20112

A guest column by the American Society of Anesthesiologists, exclusive to KevinMD.com. by Arnold J. Berry, MD, MPH Drug shortages continue to impact patients across the nation. Over the past year, anesthesiologists have been faced with the challenge of finding…

A guest column by the American Society of Anesthesiologists, exclusive to KevinMD.com.

by Arnold J. Berry, MD, MPH

Drug shortages continue to impact patients across the nation. Over the past year, anesthesiologists have been faced with the challenge of finding alternatives for several unique drugs needed to safely provide anesthesia for patients having surgical, diagnostic or therapeutic procedures.

Anesthesiologists have the knowledge and training to work around the severe shortages of some drugs …

Physician voices

ASA: Patients demand physicians provide anesthesia care

American Society of Anesthesiologists & John Dombrowski, MD

February 14, 2011Feb 14, 201112

A guest column by the American Society of Anesthesiologists, exclusive to KevinMD.com. When it comes to receiving anesthesia or pain-related care, patients overwhelmingly demand the care of a physician anesthesiologist over other non-physician providers. In a recent survey conducted by…

A guest column by the American Society of Anesthesiologists, exclusive to KevinMD.com.

When it comes to receiving anesthesia or pain-related care, patients overwhelmingly demand the care of a physician anesthesiologist over other non-physician providers. In a recent survey conducted by AMA, 70 percent of public respondents believed only a physician should administer and monitor anesthesia levels before and after surgery, while 80 percent believed only a physician should perform pain …