A Brief History of Nurse Anesthesiologists
March 3, 2025
When we think of medical breakthroughs, discoveries like penicillin or the polio vaccine often come to mind. Anesthesia is another transformative advancement, turning once-impossible surgeries into routine procedures. At the heart of this progress are Certified Registered Nurse Anesthesiologists/Anesthetists (CRNAs) — advanced practice providers who have been administering safe, expert anesthesia care and pain management services for more than 150 years.
Educational Program for RNs – Now Available!
February 27, 2025
Advance Your Nursing Career: Stand Out as a CRNA Candidate! Endorsed by leading voices in nurse anesthesiology, CRNA Insight is an essential on-demand educational course designed to help you advance your career with confidence and clarity. Learn more about this unique program for RNs developed by CANA & AANA.
CANA Sponsors Legislation to Increase Access to Anesthesia Care and Prevent Disruptions
February 22, 2025
Today, Assemblymember Heath Flora (R-Ripon) introduced his California Anesthesia Access Package, a comprehensive legislative package to increase access to high-quality and coordinated anesthesia services and ensure uninterrupted care for Californians throughout the state.
Patient Information
Who can administer anesthesia? What are the different types of anesthesia? Is anesthesia safe? Find answers to commonly asked questions here.
