The American Society of Anesthesiologists

The American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) is a professional organization representing anesthesiologists—medical doctors specialized in pain management and surgical anesthesia. The ASA develops standards, promotes education, and advocates for safe anesthesia practices to ensure patient safety during surgeries and medical procedures. It also classifies patients based on health risk levels to guide anesthesia care. Overall, the ASA plays a key role in advancing the quality and safety of anesthesia care nationwide.