ASA Resident Component Society Frequently Asked Questions

 

What is the ASA Resident Component?

Go to www.asahq.org/asarc/history for an overview of the history and purpose of the ASA Resident Component.

Can any resident attending the ASA annual meeting attend the ASA Resident Component events?

Yes. Residents at all stages of training are encouraged to attend Resident Component events.You can locate Resident Component events in the ASA annual meeting program or search for them in the online directory using the keyword “resident.” Some events, such as the Regional Anesthesia and Ultrasound Workshop, require residents to sign up prior to the event. This information is posted in the annual meeting program. Sign up early. These events can fill up fast.

What events will the ASA Resident Component host at the annual meeting?

The ASA Resident Component offers the following events at the annual meeting. Space is limited, so be sure to sign up for all resident events ahead of time.

• The Grassroots Advocacy/Leadership Training Workshop is designed to inform residents about current political issues facing our specialty. It includes a panel discussion by residents, ASA members and ASA staff. A reception afterward offers residents an opportunity to meet panel members and other residents.
• The ASA Resident Component House of Delegates Meeting is where everyone is invited to sit in and listen to old and new business, and hear from current candidates for office.In addition, any resident member can participate in discussion on the house floor. Attending the ASA Resident Component House of Delegates is a great way to learn about how the ASA conducts business and how to submit future resolutions/issues important to residents nationwide.
• The Resident Research Forum is where residents can present their research to peers, and interact with leaders in both clinical and basic science anesthesiology research.
• The Resident Practice Management Seminar highlights how to evaluate a practice, contract negotiations, and compares and contrasts academic versus private practice anesthesiology. The Resident Practice Management Seminar is especially useful because many residents do not receive formal lectures on practice management during residency.
• The Regional Anesthesia Workshop is where residents can practice hands-on techniques in regional anesthesia using ultrasound-guidance and nerve stimulator techniques.
• The Communications Workshop is where residents learn the skills needed for improving interpersonal communication with patients, colleagues and interviewers. The Resident Communications Workshop has received rave reviews in past years and is considered a must attend.
• Several social functions also give residents the opportunity to experience the city hosting the annual meeting and, more importantly, build contacts with residents and ASA leaders across the nation.

Are there other events at the ASA annual meeting I should attend?

The ASA annual meeting has many workshops and lectures covering a wide range of topics, from practice management to basic science research. The best way to approach creating your itinerary is to review the annual meeting program and identify the topics you are most interested in. Residents are required to attend the Rovenstine Lecture, as this named lecturer generally speaks to a wide range of topics and future directions within our specialty. Any resident may also attend the ASA House of Delegates on Sunday. We encourage you to attend and learn how the ASA conducts business.

How do I get involved with the ASA Resident Component?

Go to asahq.org/asarc/involved for a list of the many ways you can get involved with the ASA Resident Component.