activities · 10
what they do
direct service · 3
- Honoring exceptional service in anesthesiologyRecognizes individuals for outstanding contributions to the Arizona Society of Anesthesiologists and the anesthesiology profession in Arizona through the Distinguished Service Award.
- Promotion of Arizona anesthesiology practices and training programs Specialty Medical Society Education & NetworkingHighlights and connects Arizona-based anesthesiology practices and residency programs through public-facing resources and website linkages, increasing visibility and accessibility for the specialty within the state.
- Statewide representation of anesthesiology practices and training programs Specialty Medical Society Education & NetworkingPresents and links to Arizona’s anesthesiology practices and residency programs through its website, supporting visibility and connectivity across the state’s anesthesiology community.
advocacy · 3
- Advocacy for physician supervision of nurse anesthetists Healthcare Professional AdvocacyOrganizes opposition to policy changes that remove physician supervision requirements for certified registered nurse anesthetists, including mobilizing physicians to sign petitions, issuing public statements of opposition, and engaging regulatory bodies like the Arizona Medical Board. The organization has actively opposed Governor Ducey’s executive order opting out of federal supervision mandates, citing conflicts with AMA policy.
- Advocacy for physician supervision of nurse anesthetists Healthcare Professional AdvocacyOrganized opposition to Governor Ducey’s executive order removing physician supervision requirements for certified registered nurse anesthetists, including a petition signed by over 1,400 doctors, public statements of opposition, and formal inquiry to the Arizona Medical Board about consultation on the policy change. The organization asserts this action conflicts with American Medical Association policy.
- Improvement of patient care through anesthesiology leadership Specialty Medical Society Education & NetworkingAdvances patient care and safety in Arizona by promoting education, research, and advocacy within the anesthesiology profession.
research · 2
- Dissemination of scientific advancements in anesthesiology Specialty Medical Society Education & NetworkingShares current scientific information and progress in the field of anesthesiology with members and the profession in Arizona.
- Dissemination of scientific and clinical knowledge in anesthesiology Specialty Medical Society Education & NetworkingShares current scientific advancements and clinical information in anesthesiology with members and the broader medical community in Arizona, supporting ongoing professional education and practice improvement.
capacity building · 2
- Professional development and exchange for anesthesiologists Specialty Medical Society Education & NetworkingFacilitates educational, social, and ethical exchange opportunities for anesthesiologists in Arizona to support professional growth and collaboration.
- Professional development and networking for anesthesiologists Specialty Medical Society Education & NetworkingFacilitates educational, social, and ethical exchange opportunities for anesthesiologists across Arizona, fostering professional community and collaboration through organized events and forums.
strategies · 4
how they think
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- Advocacy for physician-led anesthesia care teams to ensure patient safety physician-led care modelThe organization asserts that physician anesthesiologists are essential leaders in anesthesia care teams due to their advanced medical training, and that their leadership—particularly in supervision of nurse anesthetists—is critical to maintaining high patient safety standards, especially in emergencies.
- Advocate for physician-led anesthesia care teams to ensure patient safety physician-led_care_modelThe organization asserts that physician anesthesiologists are essential leaders in anesthesia care teams due to their advanced training, and that their leadership—particularly in supervision of nurse anesthetists—is critical to maintaining high patient safety standards, especially in emergencies.
- Integrate education, research, and advocacy to advance anesthesiology practice education-research-advocacy modelThe organization advances anesthesiology by combining education, research, and advocacy as interdependent tools to improve patient care and safety, reflecting a holistic model of professional development and systemic impact.
- Integration of education, research, and advocacy to advance anesthesiology practice education-research-advocacy modelThe organization advances anesthesiology by combining education, research, and advocacy as interdependent tools to improve patient care and safety, reflecting a holistic model of professional development and systemic impact.
named programs · 1
what they call their work
Distinguished Service Award
Honors individuals who have provided exceptional service to the Arizona Society of Anesthesiologists and to the profession of anesthesiology in Arizona.
relationships · 5
who they work with
- American Medical Association Partner — Aligns with the AMA's policy requiring physician supervision for certified registered nurse anesthetists.
- American Society of Anesthesiologists Network — Arizona Society of Anesthesiologists participates in the American Society of Anesthesiologists through designated leadership roles including Director, Alternate Director, Delegates, and Alternate Delegates
- Arizona Medical Board (AMB) Partner — Sent a letter to the AMB inquiring about consultation regarding physician supervision requirements.
- Mayo Clinic Scottsdale Partner — Listed as an Arizona Anesthesia Residency Program.
- University of Arizona Partner — Listed as an Arizona Anesthesia Residency Program.