This leaflet gives information on what to expect when having surgery with anaesthesia. It has been written by anaesthetists working together with patients and patient representatives. It also shows you where to find other information that might be helpful.
The College Scottish manifesto calls on the next government to address recruitment, retention and wellbeing of healthcare staff, reduce the elective surgery backlog, address the obesity crisis and invest in digital working.
2020 saw a huge increase in the public profile and understanding of the central role of anaesthetists and intensivists in caring for the sickest patients with COVID-19.
The FRCA examinations are an integral part of the College’s programme of assessment. These are high stake postgraduate examinations for anaesthetists that help ensure the practice of anaesthesia is delivered to a high standard within the UK.