Ontario’s Anesthesiologists
@ontarioanesthesia.bsky.social
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
ontariosanesthesiologists.ca
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
ICYMI: We're wrapping up 2025 with one last Member Spotlight! Head to Instagram to see our Q&A with The Ottawa Hospital's Dr. Mary Hanna, a trauma anesthesiologist whose favourite cup of ☕ is a holiday season essential! ❄️
https://www.instagram.com/p/DSFilbGDUBJ/
https://www.instagram.com/p/DSFilbGDUBJ/
December 18, 2025 at 6:00 PM
ICYMI: We're wrapping up 2025 with one last Member Spotlight! Head to Instagram to see our Q&A with The Ottawa Hospital's Dr. Mary Hanna, a trauma anesthesiologist whose favourite cup of ☕ is a holiday season essential! ❄️
https://www.instagram.com/p/DSFilbGDUBJ/
https://www.instagram.com/p/DSFilbGDUBJ/
Nearly 20 years ago, The Ottawa Hospital became one of the 1st sites to implement Ontario's original Anesthesia Care Team model. Learn how that initiative has evolved to provide more patients w/ more timely care in our latest Q&A: https://ow.ly/KQnz50XKTbr
#onhealth #ontariodoctors
#onhealth #ontariodoctors
December 17, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Nearly 20 years ago, The Ottawa Hospital became one of the 1st sites to implement Ontario's original Anesthesia Care Team model. Learn how that initiative has evolved to provide more patients w/ more timely care in our latest Q&A: https://ow.ly/KQnz50XKTbr
#onhealth #ontariodoctors
#onhealth #ontariodoctors
Looking to treat yourself this holiday season? How about registering for the 10th Lower & Upper 🇨🇦 Anesthesia Symposium (early bird rate available until Jan 25), Feb 21 & 22. Join virtually or go to Montreal to learn from & engage w/ anesthesiologists from ON, PQ & beyond.
https://ow.ly/5MYq50XHunl
https://ow.ly/5MYq50XHunl
December 15, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Looking to treat yourself this holiday season? How about registering for the 10th Lower & Upper 🇨🇦 Anesthesia Symposium (early bird rate available until Jan 25), Feb 21 & 22. Join virtually or go to Montreal to learn from & engage w/ anesthesiologists from ON, PQ & beyond.
https://ow.ly/5MYq50XHunl
https://ow.ly/5MYq50XHunl
📢We're wrapping up 2025 with one more Member Spotlight!📢
Meet Dr. Mary Hanna from The Ottawa Hospital! Read her quick Q&A & learn her thoughts on that code orange storyline from HBO's "The Pitt" & what her seasonally appropriate favourite cup of coffee is: https://www.instagram.com/p/DSFilbGDUBJ/
Meet Dr. Mary Hanna from The Ottawa Hospital! Read her quick Q&A & learn her thoughts on that code orange storyline from HBO's "The Pitt" & what her seasonally appropriate favourite cup of coffee is: https://www.instagram.com/p/DSFilbGDUBJ/
December 12, 2025 at 4:01 PM
📢We're wrapping up 2025 with one more Member Spotlight!📢
Meet Dr. Mary Hanna from The Ottawa Hospital! Read her quick Q&A & learn her thoughts on that code orange storyline from HBO's "The Pitt" & what her seasonally appropriate favourite cup of coffee is: https://www.instagram.com/p/DSFilbGDUBJ/
Meet Dr. Mary Hanna from The Ottawa Hospital! Read her quick Q&A & learn her thoughts on that code orange storyline from HBO's "The Pitt" & what her seasonally appropriate favourite cup of coffee is: https://www.instagram.com/p/DSFilbGDUBJ/
Some photos from our Environmental Sustainability Working Group's appearance at the Collaborative Centre for Climate, Health & Sustainable Care’s annual symposium where members Mike Apostol & Dr.Elaine Ng spoke on the Reducing Environmental Harms of Care panel moderated by ESWG lead Dr. Anita Rao.
December 10, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Some photos from our Environmental Sustainability Working Group's appearance at the Collaborative Centre for Climate, Health & Sustainable Care’s annual symposium where members Mike Apostol & Dr.Elaine Ng spoke on the Reducing Environmental Harms of Care panel moderated by ESWG lead Dr. Anita Rao.
📣The 2026 SRPC Awards are back & ready to celebrate a new crop of outstanding rural-based members & orgs. 📣
We know that we have some amazing rural members who play key roles in keeping their communities strong & healthy. Consider nominating them today!
We know that we have some amazing rural members who play key roles in keeping their communities strong & healthy. Consider nominating them today!
Nominate Your Rural Peers Today! 🌾🏥
🏆 The 2026 SRPC Awards recognize the dedication and achievements of members and organizations strengthening rural healthcare in Canada. Celebrate peers for their impactful contributions to rural health.
⏰ Deadline: January 31 ➡️ More info: srpc.ca/awards/
🏆 The 2026 SRPC Awards recognize the dedication and achievements of members and organizations strengthening rural healthcare in Canada. Celebrate peers for their impactful contributions to rural health.
⏰ Deadline: January 31 ➡️ More info: srpc.ca/awards/
December 9, 2025 at 1:53 PM
📣The 2026 SRPC Awards are back & ready to celebrate a new crop of outstanding rural-based members & orgs. 📣
We know that we have some amazing rural members who play key roles in keeping their communities strong & healthy. Consider nominating them today!
We know that we have some amazing rural members who play key roles in keeping their communities strong & healthy. Consider nominating them today!
Members, you have a little over a month to nominate one of your incredible colleagues for a Canadian Anesthesiologists' Society Honour Award or yourself for the CAS Research Program.
🗓️ Nominations for both streams are open until Sunday, January 11, 2026.
🔗 Learn more at Cas.ca/en/awards-grants
🗓️ Nominations for both streams are open until Sunday, January 11, 2026.
🔗 Learn more at Cas.ca/en/awards-grants
December 9, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Members, you have a little over a month to nominate one of your incredible colleagues for a Canadian Anesthesiologists' Society Honour Award or yourself for the CAS Research Program.
🗓️ Nominations for both streams are open until Sunday, January 11, 2026.
🔗 Learn more at Cas.ca/en/awards-grants
🗓️ Nominations for both streams are open until Sunday, January 11, 2026.
🔗 Learn more at Cas.ca/en/awards-grants
It's #InternationalVolunteerDay!
Our volunteers play key roles in our various subcommittees & working groups, including our Environmental Sustainability Working Group.
If you're a member who wants to volunteer with us (such as leading our SolvingPain.ca update) reach out!
Our volunteers play key roles in our various subcommittees & working groups, including our Environmental Sustainability Working Group.
If you're a member who wants to volunteer with us (such as leading our SolvingPain.ca update) reach out!
December 5, 2025 at 4:01 PM
It's #InternationalVolunteerDay!
Our volunteers play key roles in our various subcommittees & working groups, including our Environmental Sustainability Working Group.
If you're a member who wants to volunteer with us (such as leading our SolvingPain.ca update) reach out!
Our volunteers play key roles in our various subcommittees & working groups, including our Environmental Sustainability Working Group.
If you're a member who wants to volunteer with us (such as leading our SolvingPain.ca update) reach out!
"Team-based anesthesia care" might be a new term, but as our Vice-Chair, Dr. Sylvie Aucoin, shares, the ideas & practices behind TBAC are built on several solid models used in various regions, including in Ontario!
Watch the video: https://ow.ly/U4mx50XAP0B
Read the Q&A: https://ow.ly/tvRe50XAP0A
Watch the video: https://ow.ly/U4mx50XAP0B
Read the Q&A: https://ow.ly/tvRe50XAP0A
Ontario's Anesthesiologists on Instagram: "The term "team-based anesthesia care" might be new, but as our section Vice-Chair, Dr. Sylvie Aucoin, shares in our latest blog post, the ideas and practices behind TBAC are built on several solid models used in various regions, including right here in...
In this blog post, we explore the history and benefits of team-based anesthesia care in Ontario. Dr. Sylvie Aucoin, Vice-Chair of Ontario's Anesthesiologists, shares the roots of TBAC and its potential to shorten wait lists, reduce burnout, and provide safe physician-led care. Learn more about the future of anesthesia care in Ontario and how you can get involved.
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December 3, 2025 at 4:01 PM
"Team-based anesthesia care" might be a new term, but as our Vice-Chair, Dr. Sylvie Aucoin, shares, the ideas & practices behind TBAC are built on several solid models used in various regions, including in Ontario!
Watch the video: https://ow.ly/U4mx50XAP0B
Read the Q&A: https://ow.ly/tvRe50XAP0A
Watch the video: https://ow.ly/U4mx50XAP0B
Read the Q&A: https://ow.ly/tvRe50XAP0A
Support anesthesia care this #GivingTuesday:
- Canadian Anesthesiologists' Society's International Education Foundation, which builds capacity for safe anesthesia & perioperative care
- CARF, which provides funding for 🇨🇦 anesthetic care & perioperative medicine research: https://ow.ly/JLub50Xz5BT
- Canadian Anesthesiologists' Society's International Education Foundation, which builds capacity for safe anesthesia & perioperative care
- CARF, which provides funding for 🇨🇦 anesthetic care & perioperative medicine research: https://ow.ly/JLub50Xz5BT
December 2, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Support anesthesia care this #GivingTuesday:
- Canadian Anesthesiologists' Society's International Education Foundation, which builds capacity for safe anesthesia & perioperative care
- CARF, which provides funding for 🇨🇦 anesthetic care & perioperative medicine research: https://ow.ly/JLub50Xz5BT
- Canadian Anesthesiologists' Society's International Education Foundation, which builds capacity for safe anesthesia & perioperative care
- CARF, which provides funding for 🇨🇦 anesthetic care & perioperative medicine research: https://ow.ly/JLub50Xz5BT
New research led by Dr. Duminda Wijeysundera, an anesthesiologist with St. Michael's in Toronto, has found that 1 in 5 older adults suffer new disabilities–or even death–one year after undergoing major surgery.
Learn more about this potentially impact new study: https://ow.ly/Oyg450XyJQ8
Learn more about this potentially impact new study: https://ow.ly/Oyg450XyJQ8
December 1, 2025 at 1:30 PM
New research led by Dr. Duminda Wijeysundera, an anesthesiologist with St. Michael's in Toronto, has found that 1 in 5 older adults suffer new disabilities–or even death–one year after undergoing major surgery.
Learn more about this potentially impact new study: https://ow.ly/Oyg450XyJQ8
Learn more about this potentially impact new study: https://ow.ly/Oyg450XyJQ8
🌟Happy Friday! 🌟
Let's celebrate the end of the week (& November) with a fun news article about UBC anesthesiologists studying how some anesthetic drugs behave in zero gravity.
Give it a read at: https://ow.ly/mNWZ50XyKfU
Let's celebrate the end of the week (& November) with a fun news article about UBC anesthesiologists studying how some anesthetic drugs behave in zero gravity.
Give it a read at: https://ow.ly/mNWZ50XyKfU
‘Real zero gravity’: B.C. anesthesiologist researches how anesthetic behaves in space
For anesthesiologist Dr. Matthew Turnock, it was a research project that felt “out of this world.”
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November 28, 2025 at 2:02 PM
🌟Happy Friday! 🌟
Let's celebrate the end of the week (& November) with a fun news article about UBC anesthesiologists studying how some anesthetic drugs behave in zero gravity.
Give it a read at: https://ow.ly/mNWZ50XyKfU
Let's celebrate the end of the week (& November) with a fun news article about UBC anesthesiologists studying how some anesthetic drugs behave in zero gravity.
Give it a read at: https://ow.ly/mNWZ50XyKfU
Planning your 2026? Save the date for one of 🇨🇦's top #anesthesia -focused events: The Ontario Anesthesia Meeting.
In 2026, we're returning to Toronto & the conveniently located Marriott Downtown at CF Eaton Centre. Expect world-class speakers, cutting-edge topics & networking opportunities.
In 2026, we're returning to Toronto & the conveniently located Marriott Downtown at CF Eaton Centre. Expect world-class speakers, cutting-edge topics & networking opportunities.
November 27, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Planning your 2026? Save the date for one of 🇨🇦's top #anesthesia -focused events: The Ontario Anesthesia Meeting.
In 2026, we're returning to Toronto & the conveniently located Marriott Downtown at CF Eaton Centre. Expect world-class speakers, cutting-edge topics & networking opportunities.
In 2026, we're returning to Toronto & the conveniently located Marriott Downtown at CF Eaton Centre. Expect world-class speakers, cutting-edge topics & networking opportunities.
Great news for Sault Area Hospital Pain Clinic patients: A new tool to fight spinal arthritis & other chronic pain conditions is now available! Congrats to our members, Drs. Kevin Smith & Michael Gofeld for leading the way on acquiring this tech.
Learn more: www.sootoday.com/local-news/s...
Learn more: www.sootoday.com/local-news/s...
November 26, 2025 at 3:07 PM
Great news for Sault Area Hospital Pain Clinic patients: A new tool to fight spinal arthritis & other chronic pain conditions is now available! Congrats to our members, Drs. Kevin Smith & Michael Gofeld for leading the way on acquiring this tech.
Learn more: www.sootoday.com/local-news/s...
Learn more: www.sootoday.com/local-news/s...
While we officially starting using the phrase "team-based anesthesia care" in spring 2025, the concept has over two decades of real-world practice behind it. Learn more about this history via our latest latest blog post, featuring our vice-chair, Dr. Sylvie Aucoin: https://ow.ly/fP4n50Xx51n
November 25, 2025 at 1:01 PM
While we officially starting using the phrase "team-based anesthesia care" in spring 2025, the concept has over two decades of real-world practice behind it. Learn more about this history via our latest latest blog post, featuring our vice-chair, Dr. Sylvie Aucoin: https://ow.ly/fP4n50Xx51n
A big welcome to Niagara Health's newest anesthesiologist, Dr. Franziska Miller! She brings with her a familiarity with the region & specialized, next-generation training in pain management. Learn more about her & why she's excited to be based in Niagara:
https://ow.ly/KqPX50Xx1lO
https://ow.ly/KqPX50Xx1lO
Stanford-trained anesthesiologist brings leading-edge care to Niagara Health - Niagara Health News, Updates & Publications
Your source for the latest Niagara Health news, updates, publications and Niagara Health Now.
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November 25, 2025 at 12:35 AM
A big welcome to Niagara Health's newest anesthesiologist, Dr. Franziska Miller! She brings with her a familiarity with the region & specialized, next-generation training in pain management. Learn more about her & why she's excited to be based in Niagara:
https://ow.ly/KqPX50Xx1lO
https://ow.ly/KqPX50Xx1lO
This Wednesday, November 26 @ 8 pm ET, join @casupdate.bsky.social for its latest accredited CPD webinar: Postdural Puncture Headache (PDPH) in Obstetrics
It features Ontario anesthesiologist Dr. Wesley Edwards!
Learn more & register at www.cas.ca/en/Education...
It features Ontario anesthesiologist Dr. Wesley Edwards!
Learn more & register at www.cas.ca/en/Education...
November 24, 2025 at 12:51 PM
This Wednesday, November 26 @ 8 pm ET, join @casupdate.bsky.social for its latest accredited CPD webinar: Postdural Puncture Headache (PDPH) in Obstetrics
It features Ontario anesthesiologist Dr. Wesley Edwards!
Learn more & register at www.cas.ca/en/Education...
It features Ontario anesthesiologist Dr. Wesley Edwards!
Learn more & register at www.cas.ca/en/Education...
We’ve heard from some 🇨🇦 anesthesiologists who are interested in possibly moving to Ontario to practice. We’ve posted a special message for these physicians on our Instagram profile: instagram.com/p/DRUioGzAf-a/
November 21, 2025 at 3:12 PM
We’ve heard from some 🇨🇦 anesthesiologists who are interested in possibly moving to Ontario to practice. We’ve posted a special message for these physicians on our Instagram profile: instagram.com/p/DRUioGzAf-a/
#ICYMI: Earlier this month, to highlight National Pain Awareness Week, we spotlighted our members' role in pain management by doing a quick Q&A with Toronto General Hospital's Dr. Diana Tamir.
Read that Q&A here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DQwlqvljZtt/
Read that Q&A here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DQwlqvljZtt/
November 19, 2025 at 2:30 PM
#ICYMI: Earlier this month, to highlight National Pain Awareness Week, we spotlighted our members' role in pain management by doing a quick Q&A with Toronto General Hospital's Dr. Diana Tamir.
Read that Q&A here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DQwlqvljZtt/
Read that Q&A here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DQwlqvljZtt/
Registration for Lower & Upper Canada Anesthesia Symposium is now open. Head to Montreal (or participate virtually) this Feb for this event that promises to: "deliver focused, practical, clinically relevant anesthesia topics."
Early rate now available!
Register: https://ow.ly/MuhG50Xs24u
Early rate now available!
Register: https://ow.ly/MuhG50Xs24u
November 17, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Registration for Lower & Upper Canada Anesthesia Symposium is now open. Head to Montreal (or participate virtually) this Feb for this event that promises to: "deliver focused, practical, clinically relevant anesthesia topics."
Early rate now available!
Register: https://ow.ly/MuhG50Xs24u
Early rate now available!
Register: https://ow.ly/MuhG50Xs24u
Ontario anesthesiologist Dr. James Khan "...is on a mission to prevent breast cancer pain before it starts." Learn more about him and his impactful research at Sinai Health: https://ow.ly/jNTM50XqwRQ
Meet the Minds: Dr. James Khan is on a mission to prevent breast cancer pain before it starts
In our Meet the Minds series, we’re opening the doors to the visionary researchers shaping the future of health care at Sinai Health. You’ll get to know the innovators behind the breakthroughs — their passions, discoveries and the impact they’re making on lives today and tomorrow.
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November 14, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Ontario anesthesiologist Dr. James Khan "...is on a mission to prevent breast cancer pain before it starts." Learn more about him and his impactful research at Sinai Health: https://ow.ly/jNTM50XqwRQ
Team-based anesthesia care is the key to ensuring consistent, accessible anesthesia care across Ontario. Our Chair, Dr. Cindy Wang, explains more in her new video: https://ow.ly/qTQL50Xreac
Then read our latest blog post on why OA supports this model: https://ow.ly/SpfG50Xreae
Then read our latest blog post on why OA supports this model: https://ow.ly/SpfG50Xreae
Ontario's Anesthesiologists on Instagram: "Team-based anesthesia care is the key to ensuring consistent, accessible anesthesia care across Ontario. Our Chair, Dr. Cindy Wang, explains more in our latest blog post, link in bio.
#anesthesia
In this informative blog post, Dr. Cindy Wang discusses the importance of team-based anesthesia care in Ontario. By working together, anesthesiologists and medical professionals can ensure patients receive safe and timely surgery. Discover how this approach is revolutionizing healthcare in the province.
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November 13, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Team-based anesthesia care is the key to ensuring consistent, accessible anesthesia care across Ontario. Our Chair, Dr. Cindy Wang, explains more in her new video: https://ow.ly/qTQL50Xreac
Then read our latest blog post on why OA supports this model: https://ow.ly/SpfG50Xreae
Then read our latest blog post on why OA supports this model: https://ow.ly/SpfG50Xreae
🎉Attention members! 🎉Be sure to explore this incredible opportunity to celebrate one of your peers or receive funding!
The 2026 CAS Awards & Grants Program is now open!
Annually, we celebrate excellence and innovation across anesthesia in Canada — from groundbreaking research to outstanding professional achievement.
Apply or nominate by January 11, 2026:
🔗 www.cas.ca/research-program
🔗 www.cas.ca/honour-awards
Annually, we celebrate excellence and innovation across anesthesia in Canada — from groundbreaking research to outstanding professional achievement.
Apply or nominate by January 11, 2026:
🔗 www.cas.ca/research-program
🔗 www.cas.ca/honour-awards
November 12, 2025 at 1:55 PM
🎉Attention members! 🎉Be sure to explore this incredible opportunity to celebrate one of your peers or receive funding!
Today is November 11, a special day of remembrance and honour, when we show our respect and appreciation to Canada's serving and past armed forces members. 🇨🇦
November 11, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Today is November 11, a special day of remembrance and honour, when we show our respect and appreciation to Canada's serving and past armed forces members. 🇨🇦
Time is running out to nominate one of your amazing peers for a 2026 Canadian Medical Association Award: "Spanning 10 categories, award recipients represent a wide variety of career stages, specialties and backgrounds."
Nominations close Nov 30: https://ow.ly/CsfQ50Xoufl
Nominations close Nov 30: https://ow.ly/CsfQ50Xoufl
November 10, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Time is running out to nominate one of your amazing peers for a 2026 Canadian Medical Association Award: "Spanning 10 categories, award recipients represent a wide variety of career stages, specialties and backgrounds."
Nominations close Nov 30: https://ow.ly/CsfQ50Xoufl
Nominations close Nov 30: https://ow.ly/CsfQ50Xoufl