WFSA Council member, Dr. Luiz Fernando dos Reis Falcão called on PAHO member states to strengthen their health workforce by building the capacity, resourcing and professional well-being of the region’s anaesthesiologists.
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Global Advocacy Key for All Societies
In May, Dr Michael Champeau, the President of the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) joined the WFSA delegation for the 76th World Health Assembly(WHA). Participation at the WHA formed part of a broader trip to build on ASA’s partnerships worldwide. Dr Champeau highlights some of the key activities and learnings from his travels.
WFSA Statement on Strengthening WHO Preparedness and Response to Health Emergencies
WFSA’s statement at the Special Session of the World Health Assembly on preparedness and response to health emergencies. The statement highlights the centrality of anaesthesia’s role in responding to global health emergencies.
WCA 2021 Round Up
An enormous thank you to the 6539 delegates from 132 countries who made WCA2021 such a unique and valuable networking and learning experience.
Celebrate Teamwork on World Anaesthesia Day 2021
Every year on 16th October, anaesthesia professionals the world over celebrate and highlight the vital role that anaesthesia plays in global health.
John Severinghaus, Pioneer of Anaesthesia and Medicine 1922 – 2021
Dr John Severinghaus, who passed away on 2 June 2021, pioneered the foundations for many anaesthesia technologies still in use today. Dr Severinghaus was a great friend of WFSA and supporter of Fund a Fellow and will be greatly missed.