anzca bulletin

the australian and new zealand college of anaesthetists (anzca) is the professional organisation for around 6400 specialist anaesthetists (fellows) and 1500 anaesthetists in training (trainees). one of australasia's largest specialist medical colleges, anzca is responsible for the training, examination and specialist accreditation of anaesthetists and pain medicine specialists and for the standards of clinical practice in australia and new zealand. the college also plays a significant role in the advancement of anaesthesia in south-east asia and south pacific island countries.