Anaesthesia associates
Anaesthesia associates
Anaesthesia associates (AAs), formerly known as physician assistants (anaesthesia), were introduced in 2004 and the role is now established within many NHS hospitals, where they work within the anaesthetic team under the supervision of a consultant anaesthetist.
Who are anaesthesia associates?
Information about the anaesthesia associate role, what they do and how they work within the anaesthetic team.
Becoming an anaesthesia associate
Information about how to become an anaesthesia associate, the training programmes, curriculum and education.
Information for employers
Guidance and information to assist Trusts with employing, training and introducing anaesthesia associates into departments.
Information for existing AAs and student AAs
Information for anaesthesia associates and student anaesthesia associates about joining the AA register, membership and Logbook and CPD access.
Resources and events
Useful resources including guidance, websites, blogs, podcasts, case studies and other information regarding anaesthesia associates.