Pacific Anaesthesia Support

Pacific Aid

As a member of the World Federation of Societies of Anaesthesiologists the NZSA is committed to improving anaesthesia services in the region of Asia Australasia. NZSA has specifically identified our Pacific neighbours as a priority for educational assistance and collegial support.

Traditionally our assistance has enabled anaesthetists from Pacific nations to attend international educational meetings or refresher courses. This has been via sponsorship and the organisation of locum anaesthetists to cover lists while Pacific anaesthetists are away.

The Society has also assisted in the organising of emergency relief cover, in particular in the Cook Islands in recent times.

A number of New Zealand anaesthetists have recent experience working in Samoa, Rarotonga, Indonesia and Fiji and find contributing their skills and expertise to overseas aid a rewarding experience.

To find out about the Pacific Society of Anaesthetists and the services they provide, please click here. The New Zealand Society of Anaesthetists hosts this site as part of its ongoing commitment to the Pacific.