About the ASA
Join us in advancing anaesthesia excellence
With a community of over 4,000 members across Australia, the Australian Society of Anaesthetists (ASA) is a member-funded organisation dedicated to supporting, representing and educating anaesthetists to ensure the safest possible anaesthesia for the community.
Established in 1934, we have been proudly been supporting anaesthetists for 90 years.
How can we help ?
Join us today to be part of a dynamic community dedicated to advancing anaesthesia excellence in Australia and beyond.
How can we help ?
Join us today to be part of a dynamic community dedicated to advancing anaesthesia excellence in Australia and beyond.
Upcoming events
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COVID for Doctors – Semmelweis and Science
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M&M (Morbidity and Mortality) Discussion Evening – Tuesday 18th November, 2025
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ASA SA/NT 2025 Part 3 Course
ANZCA SA/NT Regional OfficeNorth Adelaide, SA -
ASA ACT/NSW 2025 Virtual Part 3 Course
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ASBD (Acute Severe Behavioural Disturbance) Workshop – Emergency Response Activity – 26 November
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2025 ACE Perioperative Medicine SIG meeting
Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition CentreWellington -
ACT M&M (Morbidity and Mortality) Discussion Evening
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Join Australian Anaesthesia podcast host, Dr Suzi Nou, as she explores all things relevant to anaesthesia in Australia with experts, peers and members of the ASA.
These conversations serve to inform, challenge and inspire you to be the best and safest throughout your career.
Tune into the public playlist or log in to access ASA member-exclusive episodes.
Latest news
Australian Society of Anaesthetists responds to Private Health Australia’s claims on out-of-pocket costs
The Australian Society of Anaesthetists (ASA) is responding to a recent statement from Private Healthcare Australia (PHA) regarding the growth in out-of-pocket (OOP) costs by ‘medical specialists’. While there is
Statement from ASA (NSW) Chair Dr Simon Martel
The Australian Society of Anaesthetists (ASA) is disappointed by the announcement today by the Minns Labor Government of a small, one-off $30 million investment in short stay surgery. While any
NRHA letter: A call for long term indexed funding
The Australian Society of Anaesthetists is one of the 55 member organisations of the National Rural Health Alliance (NRHA). The NRHA have recently called upon to the Australian Government
I really enjoy learning from other members. Specifically being a relatively junior member of the ASA, as a trainee. I really enjoy coming to council, participating in state ASA meetings, and meeting my more senior colleagues at events.