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Supporting, representing and educating Australia’s anaesthetists since 1934.

Sydney, Australia
Joined August 2010
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Today, we acknowledge, recognise, and celebrate the important role and work of primary health care nursing. To all 104,000+ primary health care nurses across Australia, thank you for your continued care, compassion, expertise and dedication. #PHCND2026
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Today is World Cancer Day, a time to raise awareness and funds to better support those living with cancer, and aid research toward improved preventative options and treatments. You can learn more about World Cancer Day at: worldcancerday.org #unitedbyunique
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REDFEB encourages you to wear red this February, and help raise awareness and funds for Australia's leading cause of death. Support Heart Research Australia this REDFEB and support their research and initiative. Visit redfeb.heartresearch.com.au to learn more!
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February is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. This month is dedicated to educating Australians, advocating for those impacted, and elevating the voices of those having suffered the effects of ovarian cancer. Visit ovariancancer.net.au for more information!
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New Year, Same Goals! Who are the ASA? At our heart, the ASA works to support and represent anaethetists. We do this in a number of ways, from advocacy to providing educational reosurces and events. You can visit asa.org.au to learn more about us!
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Dr Stephanie Armstrong answers the burning question: Why are operating theatres SO cold? To learn more about the everyday role of anaesthetist, please visit the ASA website OR follow us for more. #anaesthetists #anaesthesia @snouzin
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Hear directly from our members! With so many incredible benefits, you won’t want to miss out—renew your membership by January 31st! Visit your member portal on the ASA website: asa.org.au/my-account/order-… #asarenewals
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What do Anaesthetists do? Anaesthetists, like all healthcare professionals, wear many hats, but at the core of their work and passion is patient safety and care. To learn more about anaesthesia and the role of anaethetists, visit the ASA website: asa.org.au
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What does an anaesthetist do after the patient goes to sleep? How many years of training does it take to become an anaesthetist? Dr Girish Palnitkar tells us all about it in this informative interview! @snouzin @GPalnitkar
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The ASA supports all ASA Trainee members in their education through exam practice events. Explore our ASA Trainee membership benefits or contact the Membership Services Team at 1800 806 654 or [email protected]
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Calling all researchers! Submission deadline: Monday 15 June 2026 For more information on abstract submission guidelines, presentation formats and prize descriptions please visit: csc2026.com.au/call-for-abst… #CSC26 #NZSA #ASA #ResearchPresentation
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An ASA membership helps provide opportunities to connect with like-minded professionals and build a sense of community.Don't miss out on the amazing benefits of your ASA membership - renew before January 31st! Visit your member portal on the ASA website: asa.org.au/my-account/order-…
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Have you ever wondered how much of an anaesthetist’s time is spent IN the operating theatre? In this interview, Dr Janette Wright tells us all about the important role of anaesthetists and what they do. @snouzin #anaesthetist #anaesthesia
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Your ASA membership can help foster a sense of community, and create opportunities for meaningful connections. Renewals 2026 are here, so check your inbox for your renewals email or log into your member portal on the ASA website. #asarenewals
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From everyone at the ASA - Happy Holidays! We wish you a safe and happy holiday period!
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🎧 New Australian Anaesthesia episode with host A/Prof Suzi Nou a&Prof Tim Cook - they explore his groundbreaking work, what “risk” really means in the specialty of anaesthesia and more. 👉 Tune in now, ep112: ow.ly/WxsZ50XGC7i #ASA #podcast #anaesthesia #NSC25 @snouzin
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Dr Vida Viliunas, ASA President and Prof David Story, ANZCA President spoke to the ABC’s national health reporter on ABC Radio’s AM program this morning regarding risks associated with GLP-1 drugs and anaesthesia. Listen here : ow.ly/bMLF50XMZPH
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The ASA , ANZCA and NZSA have published a joint statement on decommissioning nitrous oxide medical gas pipeline systems. Read full joint statement on nitrous oxide here: ow.ly/zJUL50XMZzq
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📣📣📣Announcement 📣📣📣 The ASA office will be closing for a short break during the holiday period. Don't worry, we'll be back before you know it! (Revitalised and refreshed!)
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What's the best part of being anaesthetist? Do patients ever freak out? Can you be anaesthetist if you're scare of the sight of blood? In this video, Dr Grace Gunasegaram answers all these questions and more! @snouzin
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