In this update: World first techniques lead to discoveries in CRPS study, foundation cocktail event, growing our named research awards, environment and sustainability, multi-centre clinical trials.

Nominations for the Steuart Henderson Award recognising dedication to education in anaesthesia and pain medicine are now open.

Darwin anaesthetist Dr Edith Waugh to examine Indigenous health care

Children with breathing problems requiring surgery could benefit from a new oxygen delivery technique that improves oxygen flow during anaesthesia.

Now More Than Ever

A comprehensive review of the funding of health services in NSW, examining existing governance, health service funding and strategies for escalating costs (among other items).

The 2023 edition of Australasian Anaesthesia (AKA the Blue Book) is now available.

In September 2022, we visted Darwin to talk to specialist anaesthetists, trainees, and medical students about living and working in Australia's Top End.

In 2025, the patient interaction component of the final exam medical viva will be re-introduced as the patient clinical interaction assessment (PCIA).

Interested in standing for election in your region in 2024? Nominations are now open for FPM Australian regional committees.