
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.
Celebrating 90 years of supporting anaesthetists
This year we celebrate our 90th anniversary, honouring the past, celebrating the present and embracing the future.
ASA President, Dr Mark Sinclair and immediate Past President, Dr Andrew Miller, deliver heartfelt reflections on 90 years of advancing excellence in anaesthesia.
Upcoming events
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2025 ACE Melbourne Winter Anaesthetic Meeting
Sofitel Mebourne on Collins st -
ASA QLD 2025 Part 3 Course
ANZCA Office QueenslandWest End, QLDTickets on sale -
QLD ASA 2025 Social Event
Covent GardenWest End, QLDTickets on sale -
Exam Practice Session – Primary 2 September, 2025
Tickets on sale -
Members Wellness – Mindfulness for Medical Professionals
Tickets on sale -
Exam Practice Session – SIMG 11 September 2025
Tickets on sale -
ASA WA Cocktail Party
Lums Wine BarSubiaco, Western AustraliaTickets on sale
Tune into our podcast
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 new membership with National Rural Health Alliance
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Anaesthesia and Intensive Care email alerts for members
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The ASA represents and advises Anaesthetists and is a peak body organisation that is respected and consulted by the government, hospital management, local health districts and heath insurers.