Residents and Fellows

Learn from Your Peers
Residency and fellowship bring unique stressors — from unpredictable schedules to taking on supervisory roles. ASA gives you access to real conversations and practical insights from those who’ve been there. 

• Residents in a Room Podcast — Honest discussions on isolation, career fears, negotiation struggles, and more. Explore the library of episodes and listen now. 

• Resident Component Monthly Newsletter — Get updates tailored to your training stage. 

• Residents’ Review & Career Connection — Practical advice on career moves, fellowships, feedback, and more found in the ASA Monitor^®. Explore Residents’ Review  and Career Connection. 

Shape Your Career Path
Whether you’re planning your fellowship, preparing for boards, or searching for your first job, ASA offers tools to help you take the next step with confidence. From expert guidance to peer-driven resources, we’re here to support you as you shape the next stage of your career.

• Fellowship & Residency Insights — Guidance to choose your path.

• Anesthesia Toolbox — Deepen your clinical expertise with this curated learning platform for your residency program.

• ASA Resident Distinction Award — Showcase your leadership and achievements and apply for this high honor.

• Get Involved in ASA — There are many ways to get involved with the ASA Resident Component and take advantage of related opportunities geared toward residents.

• Early-Career Membership Program (ECMP) — Smooth the transition from trainee to attending. See what benefits await. 

• Curated Resident/Fellow Resources — A central hub of tools, insights, and support.  

Build Your Network
Strong connections shape lasting careers. ASA helps you build meaningful relationships with mentors, collaborators, and peers who will guide, encourage, and inspire you throughout your journey.

• Find a Mentor — Gain insight and support from anesthesiologists who have walked the path ahead of you, helping you grow with confidence in training and beyond. 

• ASA Community — Join discussions, share advice, and find support. Visit ASA Community. 

• ANESTHESIOLOGY^® annual meeting — Resident pricing and dedicated programming, including networking, education, and career sessions. 

Strengthen Your Finances
Financial challenges are a reality for many residents and fellows, but you don’t have to face them alone. ASA provides access to trusted resources, guidance, and opportunities to help you navigate student loans, plan life after training, and gain the confidence to make smart financial decisions now and in the future. 

• Personal Finance Blog — Member-authored financial tips in ASA Community. 

• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing — Discounted rates to help manage medical school debt through SoFi partnership. 

• ASA Insurance Program — Protect your life and practice with member-exclusive coverage for malpractice, health, travel, pets, and more.

Support Diversity & Inclusion 
As the specialty evolves, ASA is committed to increasing representation and reducing disparities in care — and you’re part of that change.

• Learn How ASA is Advancing DEI in Anesthesiology. We believe engagement is stronger when every member is encouraged to express their views and share their experiences. 

Lead & Advocate 
Your voice has power, and ASA helps you use it effectively. From staying informed on policy developments to joining grassroots initiatives, you’ll find opportunities to make your perspective heard, protect the specialty, and shape the future of anesthesiology for yourself and your patients. 

• Washington Alerts — Stay current on policy updates.  

• Grassroots Advocacy — Take action and make your voice heard. Get involved in the Grassroots Network and ensure policymakers are aware of the impact they have on quality care. 

• Resident Policy Research Rotation — Spend four weeks in Washington, D.C., learning how legislation impacts anesthesiology while completing research, advocacy projects, and earning residency credit. 

• AQI Registry Resident Research Rotation — Gain hands-on experience with AQI clinical data, developing skills to analyze and present research and quality improvement projects for ABA residency credit. 

Stay Informed & Equipped 
Busy schedules call for quick, reliable resources — ASA delivers knowledge when and how you need it.

• BeaconBot — Your AI assistant for clinical answers on the go.

• Keep Current on Workforce Insights — Access the monthly CAWS Anesthesia Workforce Report to understand trends, job opportunities, and factors shaping the future of anesthesiology.

• ASA Guidelines & Statements — Stay grounded in evidence-based practice. Explore our comprehensive library of clinical and operational standards and guidelines.

• Free Education — Make your transition into practice easier with these hand-selected, complimentary courses.