American Academy of Anesthesiologist Assistants

American Academy of Anesthesiologist Assistants The American Academy of Anesthesiologist Assistants

The AAAA® is a non-profit association of graduates from CAHEA-AMA/CAAHEP accredited training programs specializing in the science and clinical practice of anesthesiology. The purpose of the Academy is to...
• Establish and maintain the standards of the profession by fostering and encouraging continuing education and research to all graduate Anesthesiologist Assistants and enrolled students of accredited programs.
• Represent the interests of the profession
• Initiate and cultivate relationships with other organizations of health care providers.
• Instill confidence in the public by adhering to established ethical norms and legal constraints
• Encouraging the skilled and compassionate practice of anesthesia with respect for human dignity and the rights of patients in their care

The AAAA® is a member of the AA Partnership.

AAAA 2027 Student Poster Submissions Are Open!Student Anesthesiologist Assistants can showcase their scholarly work at A...
09/14/2026

AAAA 2027 Student Poster Submissions Are Open!

Student Anesthesiologist Assistants can showcase their scholarly work at AAAA 2027, with two ways to participate this year:
🎤 Live Poster Presentation for the Hopkins Award: Compete for the opportunity to present your work live before judges and attendees.
📌 NEW: Physical Poster Display: Showcase your work and be considered for new poster awards.

Original scientific research, medically challenging anesthesia cases, and analyses of current anesthesia topics are all welcome.

Review the full submission guidelines and work with your advisor and program representative before submitting.

🔗 Learn more and submit: https://www.cognitoforms.com/AAAA36/AAAA2027PosterSubmissionForm

A difficult case can stay with you long after you leave the OR. When an unexpected or adverse clinical event occurs, hea...
09/04/2026

A difficult case can stay with you long after you leave the OR.

When an unexpected or adverse clinical event occurs, healthcare professionals can experience emotional, psychological, and professional effects known as the Second Victim Effect.

Join the AAAA Professional Wellness Committee for a FREE interactive webinar exploring what the Second Victim Effect can look like for anesthesia clinicians and how we can better support ourselves and each other when difficult outcomes happen.

📅 Tuesday, September 22
⏰ 7:00 PM ET | 6:00 PM CT
🎤 Presented by Sam Bowie, CAA

During this session, you’ll learn how to recognize common responses to adverse clinical events, explore the role of peer support and psychological safety, and consider practical ways to support a colleague after a difficult clinical experience.

You may experience the Second Victim Effect yourself, or you may someday be the colleague someone turns to after their hardest day in the OR.

The OR isn’t always easy, but you don’t have to navigate the difficult moments alone.

Register today: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/n4AlOeNOTWuOOVX9PLSNug

AAAA had a GLAM-orous weekend at the inaugural Great Lakes Anesthesiology Meeting (GLAM)!Representing AAAA were Emily My...
09/03/2026

AAAA had a GLAM-orous weekend at the inaugural Great Lakes Anesthesiology Meeting (GLAM)!

Representing AAAA were Emily Mycyk, CAA, President; Jamie Haar, CAA; Sasi Duggirala, CAA, Southern Caucus Director; Daniel Mesaros, CAA, Immediate Past President; and Dustin Murphy, CAA, President of the Wisconsin Academy of Anesthesiologist Assistants; and Leigh Maltby, Executive Director.

We were excited to connect with anesthesia colleagues, educate attendees about Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants, and share more about AAAA’s continued advocacy initiatives throughout the Great Lakes region.

A great first year for GLAM — and an important opportunity to keep building relationships, increasing awareness, and advancing physician-led, team-based anesthesia care.

Who do you know who has made a lasting impact on the CAA profession?Maybe it’s someone who helped shape your career, cha...
09/01/2026

Who do you know who has made a lasting impact on the CAA profession?

Maybe it’s someone who helped shape your career, championed CAAs or dedicated years to advancing the profession. Now is your chance to recognize the difference they’ve made.

Nominations are open for the AAAA Honor Awards, celebrating exceptional contributions from AAAA members, educators, state academies and physician partners.

Help make sure their impact is recognized. Submit an Honor Award nomination by November 5, 2026: https://www.cognitoforms.com/AAAA36/_2027AAAAHonorAwardsCallForNominations

Last call: Voting closes TODAY in the AAAA 2027 Leadership Election!If you haven’t yet cast your ballot, this is your fi...
08/31/2026

Last call: Voting closes TODAY in the AAAA 2027 Leadership Election!

If you haven’t yet cast your ballot, this is your final opportunity to have a voice in selecting the leaders who will help guide AAAA’s priorities, advance our mission, and represent our membership in the years ahead.

Fellow and Emeritus members in good standing can visit our election webpage to review candidate profiles and vote.

Make your voice count. Cast your ballot today!

https://anesthetist.my.site.com/s/news/aaaa-2027-leadership-elections-MC3IGHVN6QBJHPLFWWGY3IFAWM2U

The AAAA 2027 Leadership Election is underway, and there’s still time to make your voice heard!AAAA’s Board of Directors...
08/21/2026

The AAAA 2027 Leadership Election is underway, and there’s still time to make your voice heard!

AAAA’s Board of Directors helps guide the Academy’s priorities, advance our mission, and shape the work we do on behalf of our members and the CAA profession.

Fellow and Emeritus members in good standing are encouraged to take part in selecting the leaders who will help guide that work in the years ahead.

Visit our election webpage to review candidate profiles and cast your ballot.

Voting closes August 31. Make your voice count!

https://anesthetist.my.site.com/s/news/aaaa-2027-leadership-elections-MC3IGHVN6QBJHPLFWWGY3IFAWM2U

AAAA is proud to be recognized among the finalists for the 2026 Women in Government Relations Excellence in Advocacy Awa...
08/20/2026

AAAA is proud to be recognized among the finalists for the 2026 Women in Government Relations Excellence in Advocacy Awards!

This year, AAAA is represented in two award categories:
⭐ Nicole Moore, CAA, AAAA Immediate Past President — Finalist for Excellence in Advocacy by a Volunteer Leader, recognizing her leadership, dedication, and impact in advancing the CAA profession.
⭐ Achieving CAA Licensure in Virginia — Finalist for Excellence in a State Issue Campaign, recognizing the collaborative advocacy effort that successfully brought CAA licensure to Virginia.

We are incredibly proud of Nicole and grateful to Brian Flynn, Brienne Seekford, Sarah Graham Taylor, Sara Brown Vernon, and all of the VA AAA members whose leadership and partnership helped make the Virginia campaign a success.

These honors reflect what can be accomplished through strong volunteer leadership, strategic partnerships, and a shared commitment to advancing the CAA profession.

Congratulations to all of the 2026 Excellence in Advocacy Awards finalists! Honorees will be announced at the WGR Leadership & Advocacy Conference on September 3, 2026.

What a week for our State Academies! 🎉Together, our State Academies raised more than $68,000 during State Academy Fundra...
08/10/2026

What a week for our State Academies! 🎉

Together, our State Academies raised more than $68,000 during State Academy Fundraiser Week to support advocacy, education, and initiatives advancing the CAA profession at the state level.

Congratulations to this year’s top three State Academies:
🥇 Minnesota — 1st Place | $2,500 grant
🥈 Kansas — 2nd Place | $1,000 grant
🥉 Georgia — 3rd Place | $500 grant

Winners are determined by funds raised per member, not total dollars alone—meaning every donation and every member who participated helped their academy compete for the top spot.

Thank you to every State Academy that rallied its members, spread the word, and made this year’s fundraiser such a success—and to everyone who donated. Your support helps fuel the work happening across the country to strengthen State Academies and advance the CAA profession.

Congratulations, Minnesota, Kansas, and Georgia! 👏

🚨 Today's the day!Today is the final opportunity to submit a proposal for the AAAA 2027 Annual Conference, taking place ...
08/07/2026

🚨 Today's the day!

Today is the final opportunity to submit a proposal for the AAAA 2027 Annual Conference, taking place April 15-18, 2027, in Orlando, Florida.

We're seeking presentations from CAAs, anesthesiologists, surgeons, educators, researchers, financial professionals, technology experts, and other healthcare leaders. If your expertise can help attendees become better clinicians, educators, leaders, mentors, or advocates, we encourage you to submit.

🕛 Deadline: TODAY, August 7

Submit your proposal today: https://www.cognitoforms.com/AAAA36/_2027CallForSpeakers

⌛ Only 2 days left to submit your proposal for the AAAA 2027 Annual Conference! If you're a CAA, anesthesiologist, surge...
08/05/2026

⌛ Only 2 days left to submit your proposal for the AAAA 2027 Annual Conference!
If you're a CAA, anesthesiologist, surgeon, educator, researcher, financial professional, technology expert, or healthcare leader with knowledge to share, we encourage you to submit. Whether you're a seasoned speaker or presenting nationally for the first time, your perspective can help shape AAAA 2027.

📅 Deadline: August 7

Submit your proposal today: https://www.cognitoforms.com/AAAA36/_2027CallForSpeakers

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