Other supports for perioperative medicine
From literature reviews to advocacy, find out what we're doing to makes the case for reform and resource allocation by governments, funders, and administrators.
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Better Pain Management program
Better Pain Management is a professional, high quality online education program developed by the Faculty of Pain Medicine.
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Preparing for your operation
Having surgery under anaesthesia can be a bit daunting. Especially if it’s your first time. But there are a few simple things you can do to get yourself better prepared for your surgery.
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What do specialist pain medicine physicians do?
As pain medicine is a multi-disciplinary specialty, specialist pain medicine physicians come from a variety of backgrounds.
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Safety alert – cephazolin vials with red cap
ANZCA has been made aware of an incident where vecuronium was mistakenly administered instead of cephazolin.
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TGA warns consumers of Ozempic pill scams
The TGA has released a warning cautioning consumers of the quality of Ozempic pills obtained by scammers or illicit suppliers
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Roles in practice
These describe the roles of a specialist anaesthetist and specialist pain medicine physician and how they apply to contemporary practice – includes scholar role and communicator role.
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Area of Need (AoN)
The Area of Need (AoN) process applies to Australia only. The declaration that a specified position is an AoN is made by the relevant government jurisdiction not ANZCA.
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Frequently asked questions about STP
We answered some common questions about the Specialist Training Program.
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About the foundation
Learn more about the foundation’s vision and mission, and our initiatives with Indigenous communities and overseas aid work.
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