As part of the 2021 curriculum change, we have also updated workplace based assessments and have developed some new assessment types to support the development of anaesthetists in training.
The FRCA examinations are an integral part of the College’s programme of assessment. These are high stake postgraduate examinations for anaesthetists that help ensure the practice of anaesthesia is delivered to a high standard within the UK.
Duncan McMillan, our Head of Content tells us about the recent Welcome to Anaesthesia, a half-day webinar designed to help new anaesthetists in training settle into their work.
Jono Brüün, Chief Executive Officer of the Royal College of Anaesthetists looks at the benefits of research and why it will always be at the centre of our activities, creating significant impact for patients and the public.
World Sleep Day, marks one year since the launch of the national Fight Fatigue campaign, a joint initiative of the College, the Association of Anaesthetists and the Faculty of Intensive Care Medicine.
Through our UK-wide engagement work, we aim to ensure that the anaesthetist role is fully recognised, so they can be empowered to deliver the best possible care for patients.
The Royal College of Anaesthetists has produced two presentations on how to prepare for the MSRA and the Anaesthetics CT1 & ACCS (Anaesthetics) Interview. The College strongly advises anyone preparing for these to take a look.
The College and The Obstetric Anaesthetists' Association response to a study which shows a possible association between epidural pain relief during labour and increased risk of autism spectrum disorders in children.
Dr Jason Walker is a consultant anaesthetist working in the district general hospital Ysbyty Gwynedd in Wales - here he discusses what led him to want to become a FRCA examiner.
Dr Sarah Muldoon speaks to Dr Mary Doherty about her experience as a neurodivergent anaesthetist and the work she has done to raise awareness around autism in the medical profession.