WFSA’s Strategy 2023-28

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142 Societies from 151 countries

Our members are our strength. 142 societies representing anaesthesiologists from 151 countries are members of WFSA. Learn more

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WFSA leaders honoured at SRATI Congress

The global anaesthesia and intensive care community is celebrating the achievements of Daniela Filipescu, WFSA President, who was awarded the prestigious ‘Science Pro Vita’ Medal by the Romanian Society of Anaesthesia and Intensive Care (SRATI).

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Do you know a Rising Star in anaesthesiology? Nominate them for the WFSA Rising Star Award

Shining a spotlight on early-career anaesthesiologists who are driving change and inspiring excellence around the world.

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Opening soon: Nominations for WFSA Distinguished Service Award

The Distinguished Service Award celebrates individuals who have provided exceptional and distinguished service to the field of anaesthesiology.

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Anaesthesia and Patient Safety takes centre stage at World Health Summit Regional Meeting 2025 

WFSA and Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists (ISA) host a special session on perioperative safety and innovation at the World Health Summit Regional Meeting.  

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Patient Blood Management

Strengthening Perioperative Patient Blood Management

WFSA’s Member Societies, Regional Sections and partners work together to strengthen Patient Blood Management policies and practices worldwide

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WCA 2026 MOROCCO

The 19th World Congress of Anaesthesiologists

With representation from 130+ countries, the WCA is the world’s foremost global anaesthesia congress.
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Education and Training

WFSA enhances patient care worldwide by working collaboratively to create, develop and strengthen anaesthesiology education and training.

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Annual Theme 2025: Anaesthesiology and Health Emergencies

WFSA’s Annual Theme 2025: Anaesthesiology and Health Emergencies will raise awareness of the indispensability of anaesthesiologists in health emergency and critical care settings.

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Workforce Map

The WFSA Workforce Map is an ongoing open source project to map the global anaesthesia workforce.

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Uniting Anaesthesiologists to Improve Patient Care and Access to Safe Anaesthesia

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📢 Deadline Extended: Apply by 15 June 2025 The PATA Fellowship 2025/26 offers two 12-month training positions in Paediatric Anaesthesia at National Hospital Abuja, Nigeria.🔗 Apply now: shorturl.at/owyom🌍 Open to early-career anaesthesiologists in Africa🎓 Expert teaching from local & international faculty💡 Funding may be available✅ Must have completed anaesthesia residency✅ Strong interest in paediatrics & teaching✅ Supported by national anaesthesiology society + hospitalQuestions? Contact Dr Maryrose Osazuwa: maryroseag@yahoo.comhashtag#Anaesthesia hashtag#GlobalHealth hashtag#MedicalFellowship hashtag#PATA ... See MoreSee Less
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🌍 WFSA at WHA78: Championing Anaesthesiology on the Global StageThe WFSA will attend the 78th World Health Assembly (19–27 May) to advocate for anaesthesiology’s vital role in building resilient, equitable, and sustainable health systems.We’re also co-hosting two impactful side-events in Geneva:🔹 The ECO Continuum: How ACAN is Driving Better Patient Outcomes📅 19 May | ⏰ 07:30–09:00 | 📍 Impact Hub Geneva🔗 Register here: ow.ly/9PZj50VBt1C🔹 Data to Action: How Metrics and Standards are Improving Patient Safety📅 20 May | ⏰ 12:00–14:00 | 📍 Geneva Press Club🔗 Register here: ow.ly/sU1X50VFyb6Join us in person or online as we drive global change in patient safety and perioperative care.#WHA78 #GlobalHealth #Anaesthesiology #PatientSafety #HealthSystems #DataForHealth ... See MoreSee Less
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🔔 A friendly reminder to join us at this 78th #WHA78 side event: Data to Action📅 20 May📍 Geneva Press Club & OnlineDiscover how metrics & tools are shaping safer, stronger health systems🔗 Register now: ow.ly/sU1X50VFyb6World Health Organization (WHO) Center for Health Equity, UCSF ... See MoreSee Less
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The #ECO Continuum: How #ACAN is Driving Better Patient Outcomes🔔 A friendly reminder to join us at this free #WHA side event 👇📅 Date: 19 May 2025 ⏰ Time: 07:30 – 09:00 📍 Venue: Impact Hub #Geneva Register now > ow.ly/9PZj50VBt1CWorld Health Organization (WHO) ... See MoreSee Less
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A huge thank you to the Australian Society of Anaesthetists (ASA) for your valued support of WCA2026 and your commitment to advancing global anaesthesia.Your contribution towards WCA2026 scholarships is helping anaesthesiologists from low and middle-income countries access world-class education and strengthen their practice - making a real impact around the world.We look forward to welcoming ASA members to hashtag#WCA2026 in Marrakech next April!WCA2026 | 15–19 April 2026 | Marrakech, Moroccowcacongress.org/#WCA2026 #ASA ... See MoreSee Less
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