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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Exam Practice Session – Primary 8 May 2025
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Exam Practice Session – Final May 14, 2025
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Tasmanian M&M (Morbidity and Mortality) Discussion Evening
Tickets on saleCPD: 1 hour, 30 minutes
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Exam Practice Session – SIMG 21 May 2025
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ASA Communications Workshop – Personal Branding: Taking Control of Your Professional Identity
Tickets on saleCPD: 1 hour, 30 minutes
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ASA Peer Support Facilitators Training Workshop
Tickets on saleCPD: 2 hours, 0 minutes
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Exam Practice Session – Final June 18, 2025
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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
NSW Public Hospital Doctors Industrial Action
Thousands of doctors working in NSW public hospitals, including anaesthetists, have begun three days of industrial action today. The Australian Society of Anaesthetists understands that this action is the direct
URGENT UPDATE – Safety alert regarding Achromobacter contamination of antiseptic products
Further to our safety alert on 27 March, the ASA has received the following update from Reynard Health Supplies (Reynard). The continuing investigation of this matter has now determined that
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.