Virginia Society of Anesthesiologists

Innovations in anesthesiology make surgery painless, protect every breath during anesthesia, help newborns get the care they need, and support patients through critical illnesses. Physician-led advances continue to improve patient outcomes across Virginia. #PAW26 @asalifeline

Innovation in anesthesiology isn’t abstract — it shows up in patient safety, every day. Advances in airway management, patient monitoring, intensive care and pain management. Physician anesthesiologists have helped define safe, high-quality care in modern medicine. #PAW26

For more than a century, physician anesthesiologists have been powering innovation at medicine’s most critical moments. This week, we celebrate a specialty that continues to lead, adapt, and advance patient care when it matters most. #PAW26 #MadeForThisMoment @asalifeline

Because of anticipated winter weather across the state, the Member Dinner & Lobby Day events are postponed to Feb. 3 and 4. All updated information can be found at vsahq.org. If you're still able to join us, no action required. If not, email angela@societyhq.com.

What appealed to you about pediatric anesthesia? 🔹 "I did a medical mission to Romania my first year in college — Operation Smile. And I loved the relationship between the anesthesiologist and the child. I thought, that’s something I want in my life."

Hotel block available: Please verify pricing before selecting confirm to finalize booking. If a room type sells out, the online software will show you anything available for your dates and this may include rooms outside of the VSA group block. Link: loom.ly/m5ft3BI

Monday starts with a reception at 5:30 and meeting at 6, followed by dinner at 7. Our Lobby Day starts Tuesday at 7:30 a.m. with light breakfast before heading to the Capitol.

VSA Members: Join us Jan. 26 in Richmond for our Annual Meeting & Dinner at Julep's New Southern Cuisine, followed by a day of advocacy at the General Assembly. ➡️ Register by Jan. 16 at www2.vsahq.org/forms/2026annu…

Hotel block available: Please verify pricing before selecting confirm to finalize booking. If a room type sells out, the online software will show you anything available for your dates and this may include rooms outside of the VSA group block. Link: loom.ly/m5ft3BI

Jan. 26 — Reception 5:30 p.m. | Meeting at 6 | Dinner at 7 Jan. 27 — Lobby Day begins at 7:30 a.m. with breakfast and an advocacy briefing before walking to Capitol. ➡️ Register by Jan. 16 at loom.ly/B79wKrk Discounted room block at Hilton Richmond Downtown (below)

VSA members: Join us in Richmond: 📍 Monday, Jan. 26 — Annual Meeting & Dinner at Julep’s 📍 Tuesday, Jan. 27 — VSA Lobby Day

Looking into 2026, our national partner, @ASALifeline, shares five of its initiatives at the state level. ASA works alongside state component societies like ours to build on progress and advance policies that protect patients and physican-led anesthesia care.

The close of the year is a natural time to reflect and look ahead. VSA remains focused on advancing patient safety, supporting physicians and medical students, and advocating for physician-led anesthesia care across the Commonwealth. Thank you for your support!

Wishing you a Merry Christmas from the Virginia Society of Anesthesiologists. As your holiday traditions take shape this week, we extend our thanks to the anesthesiologists and health care teams across Virginia who are on duty to care for patients.

Much of anesthesiology involves caring for patients after life-changing moments — many of them preventable. As we move through the holiday season, choosing not to drive impaired helps protect lives, families and communities across Virginia.