What a great day feel very privileged to be able to participate @rcoanews.bsky.social diplomates day. Amazing to see all the candidates from NW

You can shape the future of our specialty by filling this in so we can advocate for more training places and increase our numbers of autonomous practicing Anaesthetists to help reduce waiting lists and support our NHS #knowledgeispower #nhswins

📣Help shape the future of your College! ☑️Our membership survey is your unique chance to let us know what you need from the College ☑️Your feedback will shape how we support you throughout your career. ☑️Search your inbox for an email from [email protected] to take part.

We are pleased to announce that Dr Sarah Thornton @drmumsjt.bsky.social has been elected as a Vice-President of the College. Dr Thornton has served on Council since 2022 and is a consultant anaesthetist at Bolton Hospital Foundation Trust. Read more about Sarah 👉https://ow.ly/sBxH50W39b5

@mylifemychoice.bsky.social Shaun Picken and Paula Kennedy teach us about Oliver McGowan training. Life expectancy with a learning disability massively reduced and 50% avoidable. A horrifying statistic and we all need to work to correct this inequity in care @rcoanews.bsky.social #Anaesthesia2925

“There is no such thing as a non-training doctor”. Dr Emma Wain wonderfully summed up who SAS doctors are and why they’re so important at our SAS Doctors Reception. @ecewain.bsky.social

Gail Van Norman talks about conscientious objection in medicine #Anaesthesia2025 @rcoanews.bsky.social the difficulties of unpicking the ethics of objections. You must ensure the patient gets the care you won’t provide

New SAS resource from our friends at @rcoanews.bsky.social! Progression to working autonomously and progression to a Specialist contract to recognise that autonomy should go hand in hand. This document further supports progression for SAS anaesthetists. Bravo! #SASsix rcoa.ac.uk/training-car...

@philipbarclay.bsky.social pre-filled syringes are the future for our specialty, millions of pound saved in litigation for medication errors. #Anaesthesia2025 @rcoanews.bsky.social

@claire-frank.bsky.social tells us how we can empower patient to engage in their perioperative care from exercise preop to eating drinking and mobilising post op. @cpoc.bsky.social @scarlettmcnally.bsky.social #Anaesthesia2025

@scarlettmcnally.bsky.social talked about sip til send shows the power of hydration @rcoanews.bsky.social #Anaesthesia2025 @cpoc.bsky.social 170mls an hour till send everyone should be doing this.

Dr David Saunders tells us the impact of NELA >1000 saved per year due to its impact. #Anaesthesia2025 @rcoanews.bsky.social but more could be saved if pathway to theatre cut to recommended 6 hours 10% currently meet that standard.

@GJvanVelze tells us @rcoanews.bsky.social how to improve our performance in the NHS #Anaesthesia2025 open your minds to new solutions barriers are new opportunities, the power of belonging.

#SEAUK ASM is underway in Manchester! We are delighted to have welcomed over 100 delegates from across the UK who have an interest in #education in #anaesthesia #SEAUKASM @drmumsjt.bsky.social @rcoanews.bsky.social @assocanaes.bsky.social

An interesting piece in the Spring Bulletin by Dr Ruth Bennet and Dr Eimear McClenaghan on their experiences of finding out they were dyslexic as adults. They found Anaesthesia to be a perfect fit as the specialty aligns with their strengths. 📖 ow.ly/B7QB50VxuRv

In this Bulletin article, Exam Fellows Dr Hannah Bruce and Dr Mark Chen provide an update on the role they play in effecting changes to the College Primary and Final exams. What is blueprinting and what does exam validity research work? Find out more: ow.ly/prKF50VAY7v

'Diagnosing Death' is the latest #AnaesthesiaOnAir podcast. Produced with @FICMNews, Dr Danny Bryden, Dr Dale Gardiner and Dr Ian Thomas discuss diagnosing death for the purposes or organ donation and recent changes to guidance issued by the @AoMRC. 🎧 ow.ly/NuPZ50VBBij

⏱️The countdown to #Anaesthesia2025 is ON. See you in beautiful Belfast on 20 May? BOOK NOW for this unmissable three days. Hear from 60+ leading voices in a range of interactive sessions, gain 15 CPD points and network with your peers 👇 ow.ly/xHXp50VCbXI @visitbelfast.bsky.social

📢Exam results are out. The results of the Final #FRCA written exam taken in February have been sent by email. Please check your inboxes (and junk folders).

NEW blog from SALG-BIDMC Safety Scholar Dr Hannah Kiziltug on her 'transformative' experience studying at @harvardmed.bsky.social & working at BIDMC. Applications are open NOW for future leaders in perioperative quality and safety👇 ow.ly/8VHn50VCbW3 @assocanaes.bsky.social #SALGpatientsafety

Have you completed the 2025 Census? We need to build an accurate picture of the anaesthetic workforce in the UK, so we can show politicians, policy makers and the public the immense value you bring to the NHS.   Reminders have gone out today, so a link will be in your inbox.

As part of the Working Party on Sexual Misconduct in Surgery (WPSMS) we’re working to eradicate sexual misconduct in healthcare. This new report from WPSMS & @collegeofsurgeons.bsky.social outlines progress made and sets out critical next steps for sustained action. 📄 ow.ly/kvjq50VvvuA

Some anaesthetists now documenting ET Co2 x 7 on our anaesthetic charts to demonstrate following of guidelines

Dr Imran Ahmad tells us how to set up a pre-op airway clinic @dasresidents.bsky.social @rcoanews.bsky.social #airwayleads

Tim Cook heads up the charge to change from no trace=wrong place to sustained exhaled carbon dioxide as per Puma Guidelines @rcoanews.bsky.social #airwayleads

Many congratulations to Helen, Omar and Sophie whose contribution to the speciality has been recognised by our Nominations committee. Prof Helen Higham - Frederick Hewitt Lecture Dr Omar Jundi and Dr Sophie Bishop - President's Commendation. Details: ow.ly/JZG850VkB3q

Join us for this CPD and the Lifelong Learning Platform webinar. The discussion will focus on the importance of CPD as one of the supporting information requirements for revalidation. Weds 30 April 10.00 - 12.00 ow.ly/lT1J50VnX2h @drtonibrunning.bsky.social @uma1rf1.bsky.social

Congratulations to Dr Nirmala Soundararjan who has been awarded the College Medal for her many contributions to the College. 🔸 Regional Adviser 🔸 FRCA Examiner 🔸 APAGBI Council 🔸 CESR DIG group 🔸 ACSA reviewer 🔸 CESR Coordinator 🔸 Valued mentor ow.ly/5k6t50VnW7b

A friend included this anti-acknowledgement section on her PhD thesis. She also added the proposition: “Systematic bullying and undermining of girls and women in STEM starts early on and is the reason why they do not stay in science and related fields.” Absurd we still need to go through this 🧪👩‍🔬

Tomorrow is #InternationalWomensDay and we're highlighting some of the inspirational women in our College 🧵 Dr Sarah Thornton represents us on the Working Party on Sexual Misconduct in Surgery Read her recent blog 📖 ow.ly/6s6550UVtET #IWD2025 #AccelerateAction @drmumsjt.bsky.social

@anaesjournal.bsky.social @rcoanews.bsky.social @assocsas.bsky.social @assocanaes.bsky.social @anaesresidents.bsky.social @drmumsjt.bsky.social @gillybean712.bsky.social @bjajournals.bsky.social

Tom Gale summarises the key stressor experienced by Anaesthesia Residents. Article published as above @mariebryce.bsky.social @isitsleepytime.bsky.social

@mariebryce.bsky.social talks about the data collection for this article published today @seauk.bsky.social webinar on Resident wellbeing url.uk.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/lYoCCvY0qT...

Resident wellbeing is top priority for @seauk.bsky.social @rcoanews.bsky.social @assocanaes.bsky.social we need to reduce rotations, fight fatigue, increase mentorship promote lead employers to name but a few stressors that impact our colleagues as the progress in their careers

About to join the panel for a very important webinar organised by @seauk.bsky.social

Don't miss the opportunity to become an FRCA examiner. The application window for #FRCA examiner recruitment closes on 21 March 2025. Find out more about the role, its responsibilities and how you can make a difference: ow.ly/Irl550UZbBf

In #LGBTplusHM25... It's a good time to re-read Dr Helgi Johannsson's blog on his personal history, the history of healthcare & where we are now. "We must make our patient pathways welcoming towards those who identify as LGBTQ+." #LGBTHM25 @doctorhelgi.bsky.social ow.ly/XiLU50V021h

AiTs - this one's for you. The next Anaesthetic updates event is specifically focused to meet the needs of AiTs. "Balanced day on career logistics and interesting clinical topics." (attendee feedback) Join us online on 19 March 2025 Book now: ow.ly/zTep50UNPm6

Exam Results are out! The results of the Primary #FRCA OSCE SOE examination results taken in January 2025 have been sent by email. Please check your inboxes (and your junk folder).

An updated Green Theatre Checklist launches tomorrow. Find out how it can help your surgical team reduce the carbon footprint of surgery at this webinar tomorrow. Weds 19 Feb 7pm. Hosted by @rcsed.bsky.social and featuring @pjsouthall.bsky.social. Register here: ow.ly/nGRK50V1NCu

@assocanaes.bsky.social @assocsas.bsky.social @anaesresidents.bsky.social @rcoanews.bsky.social @drmumsjt.bsky.social

Sexual misconduct causes untold harm and is a major safety issue. In #SexualAbuseandSexualViolenceWeek Dr Sarah Thornton reports on the work of the Working Party on Sexual Misconduct in Surgery. 📖 ow.ly/6s6550UVtET #WPSMS @survivinginscrubs.bsky.social #ItsNotOk @drmumsjt.bsky.social

A reminder in #HealthInformationWeek that our risk information series for patients has been updated. A very useful toolkit for discussing risk and shared decision making with patients. Presenting the risks associated with GA in an accessible way. 👇 ow.ly/sz6750UCo1G

This two day Anaesthetic Updates event is designed to meet the needs of AiTs. "An absolutely fantastic event tailored to anaesthetists in training - varied, thought-provoking, inspiring and engaging." (attendee feedback) 19 - 20 March 2025 Online Book: ow.ly/zTep50UNPm6

How often do we assume that an unlabelled person is neurotypical? In the latest issue of the Bulletin Dr Charlotte Redshaw, Neurodiversity Network Lead at University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire asks "to what extent is our perception of vulnerability a stereotypical one?" 📖 ow.ly/HVYx50UOAUv

Join us for our flagship conference #Anaesthesia2025 in Belfast. 20 - 22 May 2025. The programme is taking shape and it looks sure to be another unmissable event. Book before 28 Feb and save with earlybird discount: ow.ly/WF6b50UEeEs @visitbelfast.bsky.social

The MHRA update references and complements the multidisciplinary consensus statement on the elective perioperative management of adults taking GLP-1 receptor agonists, dual GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonists and SGLT2 inhibitors: ow.ly/lOfo50UQ5Jt

NEW: drug safety update on GLP-1 and dual GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonists and the risk of pulmonary aspiration during anaesthesia or deep sedation. The MHRA emphasises individualised risk assessment and asking patients directly about these medications: ow.ly/Rl1x50UQ5xu

Great to see @ramai23.bsky.social representing @rcoanews.bsky.social at #RCRGlobalAI talking about how AI can transform perioperative care.

Let's turn waiting lists into preparation lists! Fitter patients who are able to improve their health and activity levels recover from surgery more quickly and with fewer complications. Share our Fitter Better Sooner resources. 👇 ow.ly/xzWh50UTgEb @CPOC_News