Ethiopian Association of Anesthetist

04/11/2025

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Enhancing Surgical Capacity and Sustaining High-Quality, Safe Surgical CareEthiopian Association of Anesthetists

01/11/2025

31/10/2025

🇪🇹 Transforming Surgical Care: ERAS CPD Training in Gondar 🚀

Great news from the University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Hospital 🎉

The Ethiopian Association of Anesthetists, the Federal Ministry of Health, and the University of Gondar have launched the Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) training program to improve surgical quality and patient recovery across Ethiopia.

Over five days, 40 surgical workforces including surgeons, anesthetists, and nurses are taking part in practical, project-based sessions to strengthen perioperative care and patient outcomes.

Key Facts

📅 Duration - 5 Days
👥 Participants - 40 Surgical Professionals
📍 Location - University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Hospital
🎯 Goal - Better Outcomes and Faster Recovery

ERAS is a proven patient-centered approach that helps patients recover sooner, reduces complications, and shortens hospital stays. This collaboration marks a major step toward safer and more effective surgical care in Ethiopia.

20/10/2025

179th World Anesthesia Day – Virtual Sessions #3 Meeting Link
Theme: Anesthesia Workforce and Health Emergencies!
🎓 Session 3: ERAS (Enhanced Recovery After Surgery) as a National Surgical Quality Improvement Program
🗓️ Monday, October 20th, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM (EAT)
🎙️ Presenter: Amare Hailekiros
🎤 Moderator: Siraj Ahmed
💻 Format: Informative Workshop & Guidance (60 minutes)
Topic: ERAS (Enhanced Recovery After Surgery) as a National Surgical Quality Improvement Program
Focus:
This session explores the practical implementation of ERAS protocols across Ethiopian hospitals — positioning ERAS not just as a clinical pathway, but as a national quality improvement initiative aimed at reducing surgical complications, shortening hospital stays, and optimizing patient outcomes, especially in low-resource settings
📝 Meeting Link: https://meet.google.com/bfu-emwq-qgy
📢 Don’t miss this essential workshop for your professional growth and compliance!

19/10/2025

17/10/2025

179th World Anesthesia Day – Virtual Sessions #2 Link
Theme: Anesthesia Workforce and Health Emergencies!
🎓 Session 2: Navigating Professional Development and Regulation
🗓️ Friday, October 17th, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM (EAT)
🎙️ Presenter: Hanan Ali
🎤 Moderator: Haregewoin Zelalem
💻 Format: Informative Workshop & Guidance (60 minutes)

Topic: Category II CPD Activities in the Era of “No License, No Practice”

Focus:
This session provides clarity and practical guidance for anesthesia professionals on meeting their Continuous Professional Development (CPD) requirements — with a special emphasis on Category II activities such as self-learning, case reports, grand rounds, and research mentorship. The discussion will align with the current Ethiopian regulatory framework that enforces the “No License, No Practice” standard.

📝 Meeting Link: https://meet.google.com/sdx-pvit-hyr

📢 Don’t miss this essential workshop for your professional growth and compliance!

16/10/2025

🌍 Happy World Anesthesia Day – Virtual Sessions #01 Link
Theme: Anesthesia Workforce and Health Emergencies!
🎓 Session 1: Anesthesia in Emergency Response
🗓️ Thursday, October 16th, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM (EAT)
🎙️ Presenter: Dr. Eyayalem Melesse
🎤 Moderator: Abdurahman Tune
💻 Meeting link: https://meet.google.com/wsx-whzr-iiw
📢 Don’t miss this insightful discussion!

15/10/2025

🌍 179th World Anesthesia Day – Virtual Sessions #3
Theme: Anesthesia Workforce and Health Emergencies!
🎓 Session 3: Enhancing Surgical Quality and Recovery
🗓️ Monday, October 20th, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM (EAT)
🎙️ Presenter: Amare Hailekiros
🎤 Moderator: Siraj Ahmed
💻 Format: Presentation & Q&A on Implementation (75 minutes)

Topic: ERAS (Enhanced Recovery After Surgery) as a National Surgical Quality Improvement Program

Focus:
This session explores the practical implementation of ERAS protocols across Ethiopian hospitals — positioning ERAS not just as a clinical pathway, but as a national quality improvement initiative aimed at reducing surgical complications, shortening hospital stays, and optimizing patient outcomes, especially in low-resource settings.

🔑 Key Discussion Points:

Core, low-cost ERAS components feasible for Ethiopia (e.g., early mobilization, optimal fluid management).

The role of multidisciplinary collaboration in successful ERAS implementation.

Data collection and auditing of ERAS adherence to strengthen surgical quality metrics.
📝 Register now: https://forms.gle/yqjrqddXumjm5ak3A

📢 Don’t miss this insightful closing session!

15/10/2025

🌍 179th World Anesthesia Day – Virtual Sessions #2
Theme: Anesthesia Workforce and Health Emergencies!
🎓 Session 2: Navigating Professional Development and Regulation
🗓️ Friday, October 17th, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM (EAT)
🎙️ Presenter: Hanan Ali
🎤 Moderator: Haregewoin Zelalem
💻 Format: Informative Workshop & Guidance (60 minutes)

Topic: Category II CPD Activities in the Era of “No License, No Practice”

Focus:
This session provides clarity and practical guidance for anesthesia professionals on meeting their Continuous Professional Development (CPD) requirements — with a special emphasis on Category II activities such as self-learning, case reports, grand rounds, and research mentorship. The discussion will align with the current Ethiopian regulatory framework that enforces the “No License, No Practice” standard.

🔑 Key Discussion Points:
Understanding CPD requirements and the implications of the “No License, No Practice” regulation.

Practical examples of Category II CPD activities relevant to anesthesia professionals.

Guidance on documenting and reporting CPD points to the EAA and the Regulatory Authority.

📝 Register now: https://forms.gle/uYtcrth7djD6pBsR7

📢 Don’t miss this essential workshop for your professional growth and compliance!

15/10/2025

🌍 179th World Anesthesia Day – Virtual Sessions by EAA
Theme: Anesthesia Workforce and Health Emergencies!

The Ethiopian Association of Anesthetists (EAA) is proud to host three independent virtual sessions in celebration of World Anesthesia Day (October 16th) — each focusing on essential areas of practice, quality improvement, and professional regulation within the Ethiopian context.

💡 Each session stands alone — join all three — designed to offer maximum value and flexibility for attendees.

🎓 Session 1: Anesthesia in Emergency Response
🗓️ Thursday, October 16th, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM (EAT)
🎙️ Presenter: Dr. Eyayalem Melesse
🎤 Moderator: Abdurahman Tune
💻 Format: Webinar & Expert Discussion

Topic: The Role of the Anesthesia Workforce in Health Emergencies
(Aligned with the Global WAD Theme)

Focus:
This session explores the vital and multi-dimensional contributions of anesthesia professionals — both anesthesiologists and anesthetists — in disaster response, critical care, and trauma management, especially in resource-limited settings like Ethiopia.

🔑 Key Discussion Points:

Expanding anesthesia’s role beyond the OR: ICU, trauma stabilization & disaster medicine.

Rapid deployment and resource-efficient critical care strategies.

Integrating anesthesia professionals into national emergency response systems.

📝 Register now: https://forms.gle/56c5Qah4gD2fwRfT6

📢 Don’t miss this insightful discussion — mark your calendar!