Our professional documents, statements and guidelines are crucial for promoting the safety and quality of patient care for those undergoing anaesthesia for surgical and other procedures and for those receiving pain medicine treatment.

The ANZCA Strategic Plan 2023-2025 guides our college-wide business activity. It's the result of comprehensive consultation and engagement within the ANZCA community and beyond. 

To address workforce shortages, particularly in rural areas, the Australian government has recommended the implementation of an expedited registration pathway for specialist international medical graduates (SIMGs).

See the result of the recent vote to amend the ANZCA Constitution.

The proposed expedited registration pathway for anaesthesia specialist international medical graduates (SIMGs) for agreed qualifications (United Kingdom and Irish specialists), is due to be implemented by the Medical Board of Australia (MBA) by the end of 2024.

The 2024 ANZCA and FPM fellowship survey commences in early September and will be available for six weeks.

Do you have what it takes to be a primary examiner?

The college responded to an ABC online article ahead of publication on 1 May

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

Four of our fellows have been recognised in the 2024 honours list.