​There are several types of anaesthesia that may be used individually or in combination, depending on the operation.

There are several types of anaesthesia that may be used individually or in combination, depending on the surgery.

Endoscopy procedures, which include gastroscopy and colonoscopy, are frequently performed as day-stay cases.

Children of all ages, including newborn babies, may require anaesthesia. Your child’s age; illness or developmental concerns; and the nature of the procedure all make a difference to what skills and experience are required by medical staff and the type of hospital needed to en...

Anaesthesia is one of the greatest discoveries of modern medicine. In fact, many of today’s operations, especially for the very young, very old, or very ill would not be possible without it.

Smokers are at increased risk of respiratory, cardiac and wound-related complications following surgery.

In order to qualify as a specialist anaesthetist and become eligible for ANZCA fellowship, trainees need to successfully complete two exams. Each exam consists of a written and viva (oral and medical clinical) components. Some specialist international medical graduates will ne...

Following the withdrawal of pholcodine-containing products from the Australian market, we have developed advice for anaesthetists to aid in conversation with patients who will receive general anaesthesia.

You can now enjoy all six stories from our popular ANZCA Bulletin series 'Beyond City Limits' as an ebook.

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