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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Do you have an open position at your institution which you would like to promote to the anesthesiology community? You can now advertise opportunities like these through the IARS Weekly Bulletin. Email Taylor Varin at Multiview at [email protected].
Latest News
IARS Secretary and Treasurer Dr. Meredith Adams Named One of the 100 Women in Health IT
JUNE 11, 2025
IARS Secretary and Treasurer Meredith Adams, MD, MS, FASA, FAMIA, Associate Professor, Departments of Anesthesiology, Biomedical Informatics, and Public Health Sciences, Wake Forest School of Medicine, was recently named one of the 100 women in health IT to know by Becker’s Hospital Review. She was recognized for her innovative work at the intersection of clinical care, data science and health IT. Leading over $26 million in National Institutes of Health HEAL-funded research, Dr. Adams is making vital strides in advancing opioid research and pain care interoperability.
Remembering J Lance Lichtor
JUNE 11, 2025
Former Anesthesia & Analgesia Section Editor J Lance Lichtor passed away on April 30. Dr. Lichtor was Director of Pediatric Anesthesia at Yale. A longtime reviewer, he was the Books & Media Review Editor for A&A and the journal’s first Social Media Editor. Dr. Lichtor was also on the IARS COVID-19 Scientific Advisory Board.
Anesthesia & Analgesia Article Name Update
JUNE 11, 2025
Anesthesia & Analgesia has renamed The Open Mind article type as Perspective. We believe this name change more accurately describes the content of these articles and will bring a broader range of authors and their unique insights to the Journal.
OA-POCUS Case of the Month: Lung Ultrasound
JUNE 11, 2025
Dr. Yuriy Bronshteyn and colleagues present the case of a patient undergoing a lower extremity revascularization under general endotracheal anesthesia in the latest episode of this vodcast.
Approaches to the Thoracic Paravertebral Block
JUNE 11, 2025
Watch the latest vodcast from the Regional Anesthesia Block of the Month series with Dr. Melody Anderson (Herman).
2026 Call for Sessions
JUNE 11, 2025
We’re now accepting session proposals for the 2025 Annual Meeting, presented by IARS and SOCCA. Whether it’s a big picture topic that affects the whole field, or a hands-on session tackling a specific challenge in the operating room, you won’t want to miss the opportunity to share your knowledge and expertise with the community. Deadline to submit: July 14th
Upcoming Webinar: Harnessing Artificial Intelligence to Mitigate Opioid Risk
July 22, 2025: 4:00pm – 5:00pm ET
JUNE 11, 2025
With the rapid growth of artificial intelligence in medicine, it is imperative to discuss how this technology may positively benefit practices in anesthesiology. This webinar will specifically explore the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in addressing the opioid crisis.
2015 IARS IMRA Interview: Michael W. Manning, MD, PhD
JUNE 11, 2025
As a Research Fellow at Duke, Michael W. Manning, MD, PhD, revisited a study begun during his PhD training – how cardio bypass triggers circulating angiotensin II levels to alter fibrosis of the heart and possibly trigger atrial fibrillation. A 2015 IMRA entitled “Mechanisms in the Development of Post Operative Atrial Fibrillation.” allowed Dr. Manning to continue his important research.
Do as the Evers Do – Donate!
JUNE 11, 2025
The IARS has a century-long history of supporting the career development of anesthesiology researchers. For twenty-five years, my wife Carol and I have been donating to this critical mission. We strongly believe that these contributions significantly impact the development of individuals who make a difference in the field. Please join us in financially supporting the IARS research mission.
New IARS Committee Opportunity Now Available! Apply to Join the Social Media Committee
Submission Deadline: August 4, 2025
JUNE 10, 2025
Be a part of developing and implementing a social media strategy to raise awareness and promote IARS initiatives, resources, programs and membership to the broader global anesthesiology community.
Qualifications to Apply: The committee members should be IARS members in the global anesthesiology community who are savvy with and active on social media and include a diverse range of expertise in subspecialties, years in practice, focus areas and practice setting (i.e. academic centers, private practice, etc.). However, the most important criteria for committee members are a shared passion for the IARS mission and excitement and willingness to engage in this valuable work.
Estimated Time Commitment: Three hours per month plus three meetings per year – approximately 30 hours per year.
Term Length: Three years
Notifications: All applicants will receive communication on the status of their application by early October.
More Info: Visit https://iars.org/committees/.
Questions: Contact Meghan Whitbeck at [email protected].
Exciting Update: Our Bulletin is Going Weekly!
JUNE 6, 2025
We are pleased to share an exciting development in how we keep you informed and engaged with the International Anesthesia Research Society (IARS) and the broader global anesthesiology community.
IARS has partnered with Multiview, a leader in communications and content collection and dissemination, to transform our current monthly newsletter into a weekly bulletin. This new format will allow us to bring you more timely updates, news, and insights including organizational highlights, the latest research published in Anesthesia & Analgesia and A&A Practice and vital developments in our specialty.
You can expect the same high-quality content you’ve come to rely on, now delivered every week. Our goal is to keep you better connected, more informed, and continually inspired to advance the science and practice of medicine.
The first weekly edition will launch on June 18. Please keep an eye on your inbox and feel free to share your feedback as we roll out this new format. To ensure you continue receiving our weekly bulletin, please add our email domain (@multibriefs.com) to your safe senders list or email whitelist ([email protected]).
Thank you for your continued engagement and support.
New IARS Committee Opportunity Now Available! Apply to Join the Social Media Committee
Submission Deadline: August 4, 2025
JUNE 10, 2025
Be a part of developing and implementing a social media strategy to raise awareness and promote IARS initiatives, resources, programs and membership to the broader global anesthesiology community.
Qualifications to Apply: The committee members should be IARS members in the global anesthesiology community who are savvy with and active on social media and include a diverse range of expertise in subspecialties, years in practice, focus areas and practice setting (i.e. academic centers, private practice, etc.). However, the most important criteria for committee members are a shared passion for the IARS mission and excitement and willingness to engage in this valuable work.
Estimated Time Commitment: Three hours per month plus three meetings per year – approximately 30 hours per year.
Term Length: Three years
Notifications: All applicants will receive communication on the status of their application by early October.
More Info: Visit https://iars.org/committees/.
Questions: Contact Meghan Whitbeck at [email protected].
Exciting Update: Our Bulletin is Going Weekly!
JUNE 6, 2025 We are pleased to share an exciting development in how we keep you informed and engaged with the International Anesthesia Research Society (IARS) and the broader global anesthesiology community. IARS has partnered with Multiview, a leader in communications and content collection and dissemination, to transform our current monthly newsletter into a weekly bulletin. This new format will allow us to bring you more timely updates, news, and insights including organizational highlights, the latest research published in Anesthesia & Analgesia and A&A Practice and vital developments in our specialty. You can expect the same high-quality content you’ve come to rely on, now delivered every week. Our goal is to keep you better connected, more informed, and continually inspired to advance the science and practice of medicine. The first weekly edition will launch on June 18. Please keep an eye on your inbox and feel free to share your feedback as we roll out this new format. To ensure you continue receiving our weekly bulletin, please add our email domain (@multibriefs.com) to your safe senders list or email whitelist ([email protected]). Thank you for your continued engagement and support.
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