The IARS is committed to advancing the field of anesthesiology through a number of research and educational initiatives that benefit not only practicing anesthesiologists but also patients of all ages. We strive to provide you with the latest news through several education newsletters as well as the important updates on this page.
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Risk of Acute Complications with Rocuronium versus Cisatracurium in Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease: A Propensity-Matched Study
MAY 1, 2025
Neuromuscular blocking agents (NMBAs) play an integral role in modern anesthesia by facilitating endotracheal tube placement, assisting with mechanical ventilation, and creating optimal surgical conditions. However, NMBAs can have adverse effects, especially in certain populations. One population of specific interest is adults with chronic kidney disease (CKD), a condition affecting approximately 14% of the United States. Rocuronium is one of the most widely used NMBAs, and sugammadex is the agent most commonly used to reverse its effects. An alternative NMBA and reversal agent combination is cisatracurium and neostigmine. The potential risks of rocuronium and sugammadex compared with cisatracurium and neostigmine in adults with CKD are described in this issue. The cover art reflects the choice of the two NMBAs in the context of kidney function, an important factor for anesthesiologists to keep in mind when selecting an NMBA for their patients.
Opioid Dose Variation in Cardiac Surgery: A Multicenter Study of Practice
Preoperative Multivariable Model for Risk Stratification of Hypoxemia During One-Lung Ventilation
Anesthesia & Analgesia/SCA Peer Reviewer Workshop
MAY 1, 2025
Anesthesia & Analgesia and the Society of Cardiovascular Anesthesiologists (SCA) held a joint peer reviewer workshop at the SCA 2025 Annual Meeting in Montreal, Canada on Sunday, April 27, 2025.
Anesthesia & Analgesia/SOAP Peer Reviewer Workshop
MAY 1, 2025
Anesthesia & Analgesia and the Society for Obstetric Anesthesia and Perinatology (SOAP) will be holding a joint peer reviewer workshop at the 2025 SOAP Annual Meeting in Portland, Oregon on Saturday, May 3, 2025.
May 2025 A&A Video Summary: Featured Articles
MAY 1, 2025
View this video summary covering three featured articles from the May 2025 issue of Anesthesia & Analgesia.
2025 Annual Meeting
MAY 1, 2025
We had more than 1,200 colleagues join us last month for the 2025 Annual Meeting, presented by IARS and SOCCA, in Hawaii.
Session recordings will be available for purchase soon. All registered attendees will have complimentary access to session recordings.
CME is now available for the live meeting. Registered attendees received an email to claim credits on March 24. Email [email protected] with CME questions.
Save the Date for the 2026 Annual Meeting: May 1-3, 2026 Montreal, Canada
Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel, Montreal, Canada
MAY 1, 2025
2026 Call for Sessions
The call for sessions for the 2026 Annual Meeting will open in May 2025. Information will be posted here.
Call for Sessions Open: May 2025
Deadline to Submit: July 14, 2025
2017 IARS Mentored Research Award Recipient Interview: Wayland Cheng, MD, PhD
MAY 1, 2025
Wayland Cheng, MD, PhD
Study: The Structural Basis of Neurosteroid Binding to the GABA(A) Receptor
Since receiving the IARS Mentored Research Award in 2017 for his study on “The Structural Basis of Neurosteroid Binding to the GABA(A) Receptor,” Wayland Cheng, MD, PhD, made major strides both in his career trajectory and with his research on ion channel structure and function. In 2021, he was again recognized by IARS with the IARS Frontiers in Anesthesia Award for his work on “Structural Pharmacology of the Nociceptive Ion Channel TRPM3.” These IARS funding mechanisms have helped to pave the way for his continuing success, which includes a promotion to Associate Professor, an NIH K08 award and subsequent independent funding. He aims to have his passion for mechanistic discoveries in biology translate into the development of new therapeutics.
Heparin and Hamburgers: Perioperative Implications of Alpha Gal Syndrome for the Anesthesiologist on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm ET
MAY 1, 2025
Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS), commonly known as acquired red meat allergy, is an emerging threat to health that can lead to allergic reactions including anaphylaxis with many medications commonly used in the perioperative setting. This interdisciplinary webinar will discuss epidemiology, diagnosis and strategies to avoid complications for AGS patients.
Moderator: Matthias Riess, MD, PhD, FASA, TVHS, Staff Anesthesiologist and Professor of Anesthesiology and Pharmacology, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN
Presenters:
Alpha-Gal Syndrome – What is It and Why is This Important for Patient Care
Basil Kahwash, MD, MMHC, Allergist/Immunologist, Ohio ENT & Allergy Physicians, Columbus, OH
My Patient has Alpha-Gal – What Do I Do?
Maziar Nourian, MD, Assistant Professor, Department of Anesthesiology & Perioperative Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA
Implications of AGS during Cardiovascular Surgery
Kara Siegrist, MD, Associate Professor of Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology, Medical Director Electrophysiology and Cardiac Catheterization Lab Anesthesia, and Medical Director Liver Transplant Anesthesiology, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN
View Recordings from Previous Webinars
MAY 1, 2025
Missed a previous webinar? IARS full members can access a valuable library of recordings from previous webinars from 2022-2025. Plus, take advantage of opportunities to claim Enduring Material CME credits.
Login to the Member Site to access this valuable resource.
Discover Anesthesia Community Activities on the Events Calendar
MAY 1, 2025
View meetings and events from the IARS and other organizations on the Anesthesia Community Events Calendar. If you have a meeting or event you would like to include on this calendar, email [email protected]. Please include the date, time, location and website URL for the meeting or event.
April 2025 PAINTS (Pediatric Anesthesiology Internet-Based Non-Technical Skills) Vodcast
MAY 1, 2025
Feedback in the Clinical Setting with Jamie Rubin, MD.
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