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Hispanic Heritage Month 2022: Recognizing the Leaders Among Us
In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15), the ISA honors our physicians who have made outstanding contributions to the field of anesthesiology. Jorge Ismael Romo, MD Jorge Ismael Romo, MD is currently an...
Volunteering Opportunities Abound for Anesthesiologists
Have you ever thought about using your skills as an anesthesiologist to help serve people living in another part of the world? Volunteering your time, expertise and energy can be just as rewarding for you as for those you are helping. You get to meet new people and...
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month 2022: Recognizing the Leaders Among Us
In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in 2022, the ISA pays tribute to our physicians who have made outstanding contributions to the field of anesthesiology. Chanannait Paisansathan, MD, MHA Chanannait Paisansathan, MD, MHA,...
Women’s History Month: Recognizing the Leaders Among Us in 2022
In celebration of Womens History Month, the ISA honors our physicians who have made outstanding contributions to the field of anesthesiology.Sasha Demos, MD, PhD, FASA Sasha Demos, MD, PhD, FASA is truly an inspiration and role model to all women physicians. She is...
Black History Month: Recognizing the Leaders Among Us in 2022
In celebration of Black History Month, the ISA honors our physicians who have made or are setting out to make outstanding contributions to the field of anesthesiology.Stephen Estime, MDStephen Estime, MD is an Assistant Professor of Anesthesiology & Critical Care...
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Research Grant Award Announcement
The ISA Committee on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion has announced the award of a $1,500 grant to Eseosa (Sosa) Aiwerioghene, MS4 for his proposal for "Mentoring the Next Generation URiM Anesthesiologists". Mr Aiwerioghene is a fourth year medical student studying at...
National Hispanic Heritage Month: Recognizing the Leaders Among Us
In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15), the ISA honors our physicians who have made outstanding contributions to the field of anesthesiology. Jennifer Garcia Wojtczak, MD Dr. Jennifer Garcia Wojtczak is a...
New Research Grant for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Announced by ISA’s Committee on Diversity and Inclusion
Medical students, residents and fellows are invited to apply for one of two $1,500 research grants, to be provided annually to advance the development of new knowledge and policy that increases diversity, equity and inclusion in medical education/training. Funding is...
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month: Recognizing the Leaders Among Us
In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, the ISA pays tribute to our physicians who have made outstanding contributions to the field of anesthesiology. Asokumar Buvanendran, MB.BS Asokumar Buvanendran, MB.BS, is a Professor of...
Black History Month: Recognizing the Leaders Among Us
William McDade, MD, PhDWilliam McDade, MD, PhD is the Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer for the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. He has been Chief Academic Officer/EVP for the Ochsner Health System, Professor and Deputy Provost at the...
Make Your Voice Heard on HB 1820
HB 1820 would eliminate the patient safety requirement for physician supervision of nurse anesthetists. ISA needs members to reach out and prompt positive action.
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