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Journal Anesthesiology studies make headlines
As part of the Journal Press Release Program, two studies were highlighted from the November issue of Anesthesiology. One study found two commonly used anesthetics produce different metabolic patterns in children's unconscious brains, while the other study released findings from the first national survey of anesthesiologists over 50.
Media coverage included:
Doctor's Lounge
HealthCanal.com
News-Medical.net
Outcome Magazine
Becker's ASC Review
News-Medical.net
Note - Washington, D. C. office availability
The ASA office in Washington, D.C. was closed Monday and Tuesday this week due to the inclement weather caused by Hurricane Sandy. The office is open today, Wednesday, October 31 and the D.C. staff is available. ASA is keeping those affected by the storm in their thoughts.
ASA recognizes member for significant research contributions in anesthesiology
During the ANESTHESIOLOGY™ 2012 annual meeting, ASA presented Ralph Lydic, Ph.D. with the 2012 ASA Excellence in Research Award for his work on the neurobiology of sleep and breathing. Dr. Lydic has focused his research efforts on three primary areas, including arousal state-dependent respiratory depression, sleep and pain, and the neurochemical control of sleep and anesthesia. Read more.
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PRACTICE MANAGEMENT 2013 abstract deadline extended - November 12
There is still time to submit your abstract poster presentation for possible inclusion at PRACTICE MANAGEMENT 2013, held January 25-27 in Las Vegas. Deadline: November 12.
Claim your ANESTHESIOLOGY™ 2012 annual meeting CME credit
Visit the ANESTHESIOLOGY™ 2012 annual meeting website and claim the CME credit you earned from the annual meeting this month.
Submit accurate and compliant claims by purchasing 2013 coding resources
CPT® codes and guidelines on how to report them properly are updated each year. Purchase the 2013 Relative Value Guide® and CROSSWALK® coding resources to accurately report and obtain proper payment for anesthesia services. Get the latest editions now.
Register early for PRACTICE MANAGEMENT 2013
Register now for PRACTICE MANAGEMENT 2013 and take advantage of the early-bird discount rate. Register by December 19, 2012 and reserve your seat at the premier event for anesthesiologists and practice administrators, January 25-27 in Las Vegas. Gain insight into current health care reform, legislation and accreditation changes and how this will impact your anesthesiology practice. Earn up to 21.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Register now.
Learn essential business skills to manage your practice
Register now for ASA's Certificate in Business Administration Program and gain comprehensive business skills and strategies to effectively manage your health care organization or medical practice. Earn up to 60 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. On-site courses will be held at the Woodlands Resort & Conference Center in Houston on weekends beginning in February 2013. Learn more and register now.
Test your knowledge of new industry trends with SEE
 Stay up to date on the latest topics in anesthesia with the Self-Education and Evaluation (SEE) Program. Assess your understanding of some of the newest industry issues while also fulfilling CME requirements for MOCA®.
Order today.
Patient Safety Highlights now available
Put your knowledge of patient safety to the test and earn CME credit with the newest patient safety resources from ASA. The 2012 Patient Safety Highlights consist of seven sessions from the ANESTHESIOLOGYTM 2012 annual meeting that can assist in fulfilling MOCA
® Part 2 Patient Safety requirements. Highlights can be ordered individually or as a package. Learn more.
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