Virginia Society of Anesthesiologists
@VSAnesthesia
The VSA represents hundreds of physician anesthesiologists across Virginia who supervise patient care and ensure optimal patient safety. Visit http://RestAssuredVA.com
Bonked in the OR? It’s more common than you think. Anesthesiologists face hidden hazards from overhead equipment, which can have painful consequences for provider and patient safety. Dr. Yena Son shares her insight and new findings from ASA. Read more: vsanews.wpengine.com/?p=2204

Our ASA is co-hosting a meeting with the Ambulatory Surgery Center Association and the Society for Ambulatory Anesthesia in late July. On the agenda area staffing shortages, payer challenges, and how to keep ambulatory anesthesia strong, sustainable and patient-focused.

We join in celebrating the freedoms that define our nation this July Fourth. 🇺🇸 To the medical teams serving our communities: Thank you! If you’re working a shift, we’re especially grateful for your care. 📷 Williamsburg Fireworks, Kedar Gadge

What drew you to anesthesiology? 🔹 "I think it was the opportunity to work with patients during the most critical parts of really their life — the birth of their children, major surgeries. ... While it’s a brief relationship with your patient, it’s really impactful."

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📣 Have you considered attending our specialty's annual conference? We're heading to San Antonio, Texas, Oct. 10-14 for #ANES25. You'll find networking, technology, hands-on learning, and experts from more than 200 industry innovators and providers. Visit asahq.org/annualmeeting

Decades of advocacy. One historic win. Dr. Robert Goldstein reflects on the journey toward licensing Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants in Virginia, and what it means for #anesthesia care across the Commonwealth. 🔗 Read the story: vsanews.wpengine.com/?p=2123

🎧 In the new Central Line, VSA board member Dr. Brooke Trainer and Dr. Adam Striker discuss pressing specialty challenges: recent legislative action, the impact of CMS’s conversion factor, insurance companies upcharging patients + more. Get the episode: podbean.com/ep/pb-27hqx-18…

🔦 What if the OR goes dark? M3 Luke Johnson studied #anesthesiology training during power outages — and just co-authored a recently published blackout simulation study to improve real-world readiness. 🔗 Get the story: medschool.vcu.edu/news/research-… 📷 Arda Athman
