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Ontario’s Anesthesiologists

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The official feed of Ontario’s Anesthesiologists, a section of the OMA. We are dedicated to leading and delivering the highest level of patient care possible. #AnSky #PainSky #PedsAnesSky #MedSky

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Ontario’s Anesthesiologists @ontarioanesthesia.bsky.social · Dec 4

Hello👋 We’re the organization that represents Ontario’s anesthesiologists. Here we’ll celebrate our members & their many accomplishments; share educational & employment opportunities; & advocate for our profession, patients & health care in Ontario. Learn more about us: ontariosanesthesiologists.ca

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Ontario’s Anesthesiologists @ontarioanesthesia.bsky.social · 10h

We're celebrating #RuralHealthWeek!

Practicing anesthesia in small-town 🇨🇦 has its rewards & its challenges. Addressing those anesthesia human resources challenges found in some parts of rural Ontario is a priority for our section, and we look forward to sharing updates on this topic.

#ONhealth

Ontario’s Anesthesiologists @ontarioanesthesia.bsky.social · 1d

🚨Reminder for our members: This is happening tonight! 🚨

Ontario’s Anesthesiologists @ontarioanesthesia.bsky.social · 5d

Ontario has a new deal with its doctors and it includes much-needed "targeted increases" for anesthesia care. But what exactly does that mean? Our tariff chair, Dr. Eric Goldszmidt, breaks it down in our new blog post:

https://ow.ly/Ss2050XcuXH

Ontario’s Anesthesiologists @ontarioanesthesia.bsky.social · 2d

It's time to celebrate our RT colleagues during #RTWeek2025! This group includes certified clinical anesthesia assistants who help us provide patients with safe and comfortable anesthesia care. We greatly appreciate their skills, dedication and passion for outstanding patient care.

Ontario’s Anesthesiologists @ontarioanesthesia.bsky.social · 3d

There's 💪 in numbers, which is why our section is proud to be at Queen's Park for Ontario's Doctors' advocacy day. We'll be engaging w/ policymakers & working with physician from across Ontario to improve our working environments & health care in this province b/c #WeWontGiveUp

Ontario’s Anesthesiologists @ontarioanesthesia.bsky.social · 5d

Ontario’s Anesthesiologists @ontarioanesthesia.bsky.social · 6d

🇨🇦 anesthesia residents & fellows: We're just 1 week away from the 2025 Transition-to-Practice webinar ft. Dr. Ramiro Arellano, head of anesthesiology at Queen's, & Dr. Sarah McIsaac, PD of anesthesiology at NOSM, providing actionable career guidance

Register now for free: bit.ly/register2025ttp

Ontario’s Anesthesiologists @ontarioanesthesia.bsky.social · 7d

In recognition of #WAD2025, University Health Network is showcasing ON anesthesiologist Dr.Sheila Riazi & her role as the Director of the Malignant Hyperthermia Investigations Unit, 🇨🇦’s only full-spectrum diagnostic & research centre for the disorder

Read it at: uhnfoundation.ca/stories/uhn-...

UHN anesthesiologists driving malignant hyperthermia innovation

Dr. Sheila Riazi, anesthesiologist, researcher and Director of the Malignant Hyperthermia Investigations Unit. (Photo courtesy of: Dr. Sheila Riazi) UHN

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Ontario’s Anesthesiologists @ontarioanesthesia.bsky.social · 7d

Happy #WAD2025 to our members & anesthesiologists around the 🌎!

This year's theme "Anesthesiology in Health Emergencies" highlights how anesthesiologists play a critical & life-saving role in everything from pandemics to natural & climate disasters.

Learn more at https://ow.ly/Qxtb50XbUgS

Ontario’s Anesthesiologists @ontarioanesthesia.bsky.social · 8d

This year's theme for #wad2025 is "Anesthesiology in Health Emergencies," a topic our latest Member Spotlight subject, Dr. John Centofanti, is v. familiar w/ as a critical care specialist.

Learn more about him & his critical job in our quick Q&A w/ him: https://www.instagram.com/p/DOqmJ_BjghB

Ontario’s Anesthesiologists @ontarioanesthesia.bsky.social · 10d

Wishing all our members and their colleagues a wonderful Thanksgiving! 🍁🍂🦃

Ontario’s Anesthesiologists @ontarioanesthesia.bsky.social · 13d

Let's have some #FridayFun & celebrate the release of SickKids' Dr.Conor McDonnell's new poetry book, "What We Know So Far Is …"

Listen to his insightful interview w/ CP24 & hear how being an anesthesiologist influences his writing & the benefits writing has on him as a Dr https://ow.ly/BVjO50X8CiZ

New book by anesthesiologist looks at opioid crisis and medication safety

SickKids anesthesiologist Dr. McDonnell’s new book explores how language can illuminate the complexities of both medicine and the human experience.

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Ontario’s Anesthesiologists @ontarioanesthesia.bsky.social · 14d

We're 😃 that our Environmental Sustainability Working Group is participating in UofT's Collaborative Centre for Climate, Health + Sustainable Care's Oct 20 symposium.

Join ESWG lead Dr. Anita Rao as she moderates a panel ft. Dr. Elaine Ng & Mike Apostol.

🔗 Climatehealth.utoronto.ca/events/

Ontario’s Anesthesiologists @ontarioanesthesia.bsky.social · 15d

Members, learn what's ahead for team-based anesthesia care in Ontario with our "Arbitration to Action: ACT 2025 Member Input and Engagement" virtual town hall.

🗓️ Oct 22 @ 7 pm

To RSVP, use the link shared in the email sent to you by the OMA on Oct 1, or message us for the link.

Ontario’s Anesthesiologists @ontarioanesthesia.bsky.social · 17d

Have you heard the news? Registration for @wfsawca.bsky.social’s #WCA2026 is open! If you're headed to Marrakech in April, be sure to let us know!

🕒 Early Bird Deadline: January 21, 2026
📅 April 15-19, 2026 | Marrakech, Morocco

Register & learn more: wcacongress.org/registration/

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Ontario’s Anesthesiologists @ontarioanesthesia.bsky.social · 23d

Today 🇨🇦 reflects on the legacy of residential schools & how we can meet the TRC's Calls to Action. This is especially key for healthcare workers, as the trauma carried by our Indigenous patients can add layers of complexity to their care. Learn more https://ow.ly/phaW50X4iHk

Ontario’s Anesthesiologists @ontarioanesthesia.bsky.social · 23d

At this weekend's #OAAM2025, we honoured one of our best, Dr. Joel Parlow, w/ our highest honour, our Distinguished Service Award.

Dr. Parlow has had a transformative impact on anesthesia care in 🇨🇦 & abroad.

Learn more how at https://ontariosanesthesiologists.ca/distinguished-service-award

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Ontario’s Anesthesiologists @ontarioanesthesia.bsky.social · 24d

Thank you to everyone who joined us at #OAAM2025, inc. our amazing presenters & exhibitors!

& an extra special thanks to our departing conference chair Dr. Tammy Byford & academic chair, Dr. Sarah McIsaac, & the rest of the planning committee. We appreciate all your hard work!

Ontario’s Anesthesiologists @ontarioanesthesia.bsky.social · 25d

It's the final day of #OAAM2025! But before we wrap, we have some fantastic sessions & speakers scheduled, including sessions on #pedsanes, #obanes, and #endocrinology.

We also have the wonderful Dr. Wesley Rajaleelan looking at "Perioperative Care in the Humanitarian Context."

Ontario’s Anesthesiologists @ontarioanesthesia.bsky.social · 26d

And that's it for Day 2 of #OAAM2025! 2 highlights include our plenary speaker, Dr. Andrew Healey, on the powerful topic of organ recovery, & the presentation of our organization's highest honour, the Distinguished Service Award, to Dr. Joel Parlow, for his impressive career.

Ontario’s Anesthesiologists @ontarioanesthesia.bsky.social · 26d

Welcome to Day 2 of #OAAM2025! We hope attendees are enjoying our innovative program & expert speakers who aim to inform & inspire.

Today, we're also presenting our Distinguished Service Award to Queen's University's Dr. Joel Parlow.

Learn more: bit.ly/register70oam

Ontario’s Anesthesiologists @ontarioanesthesia.bsky.social · 27d

The Ottawa Hospital’s Dr. Mary Hanna walks us through how you & your centre can be prepared for a code orange, even if you don’t have Dr. Robby on staff

#OAAM2025

Ontario’s Anesthesiologists @ontarioanesthesia.bsky.social · 27d

Welcome all presenters, attendees & exhibitors to Day 1 of the 70th Ontario Anesthesia Meeting; say hi to us at the OA table, located across from the registration table. Today is a busy one that wraps with a birthday-themed reception!

Learn more bit.ly/register70oam
#OAAM2025

Ontario’s Anesthesiologists @ontarioanesthesia.bsky.social · 27d

Our wonderful #OAAM2025 chair Dr. Tammy Byford has officially kicked off the 70th gathering of the Ontario Anesthesia Meeting! We look forward to a fantastic next few days filled with peer connection, new insights & perspectives & yes, coffee. ☕️

Ontario’s Anesthesiologists @ontarioanesthesia.bsky.social · Sep 17

Happy #WorldPatientSafetyDay!

Patient safety is always a top priority for our members & this year’s WPSD slogan, “Patient safety from the start,” is one that our pediatric anesthesiologists especially take to ❤️

WHO @who.int · Sep 17

Today is #WorldPatientSafetyDay

Children aren’t small adults. They need safe care tailored to their:

🧸 Age
🧸 Weight
🧸 Development
🧸 Medical needs
🧸 Ability to communicate
🧸 Context

Learn why we need to ensure safe care for all children from the start👉 bit.ly/WPSD2025WHO #PatientSafety

A graphic for World Patient Safety Day 2025 with the title “Why is safe health care for children so important?”. It shows two children holding flowers at the top. Four key points are highlighted: (1) Children face higher risks – even small errors can cause lifelong harm. (2) Children need care that fits their age, weight and development. (3) Children can’t speak up — they rely on adults to keep them safe. (4) Safety takes teamwork — families and health workers working together.

Ontario’s Anesthesiologists @ontarioanesthesia.bsky.social · Sep 16

🎆 New Subspecialty Spotlight Up!🎆

Head over to our Instagram page to learn a little about #anesthesia's connection to critical care & meet Dr. John Centofanti from McMaster Anesthesia & Hamilton Health Sciences; read our quick Q&A here: www.instagram.com/p/DOqmJ_BjghB