Patient Safety

Enhancing Patient Communications Program (member log in required)
Anesthesiologists have a relatively short time with patients, so be sure to enhance your communications skills with an informative toolkit containing tips, best practices, and ideas to help foster positive relationships with patients. 

Patient Safety Courses
These courses offer you up-to-date information and many of these topics may appear on future exams. The content is aligned to ACGME and other training program requirements. Free for ASA resident members. 

Critical Role of the Surgeon–Anesthesiologist Relationship for Patient Safety
The surgeon-anesthesiologist relationship is critical for the safety of the patient. Learn how poor teamwork and personal issues can be detrimental in the operating room.

Physician Anesthesiologists Week
Physician Anesthesiologists Week is typically held the end of January/beginning of February. Join ASA and advocate for patient-centered, physician-led care.