The New York State Society of Anesthesiologists, Inc.

PGA

What is the PGA?

The PostGraduate Assembly in Anesthesiology (PGA) is a four-day event sponsored by the New York State Society of Anesthesiologists (NYSSA), held each December in New York City. It is the second-largest anesthesiology meeting in the United States, drawing more than 4,000 attendees from around the world. The PGA serves as a global platform for networking and sharing the latest advancements in anesthesia. The PGA’s scientific program offers more than 170 sessions, special lectures and hands-on workshops. Attendees have the opportunity to share innovative ideas in perioperative medicine, intensive care, emergency medicine and pain management, as well as evidence-based knowledge of primary clinical relevance.

Continuing Medical Education

  • The New York State Society of Anesthesiologists, Inc., is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
  • The American Medical Association has determined that physicians not licensed in the United States, who participate in the PGA are eligible for AMA Physician’s Recognition Award Category 1 CreditsTM. For additional details visit: ama-assn.org.
  • The Royal College of Anaesthetists dictates that UK anaesthetists, who attend this meeting, can claim CEPD points at the rate of 1 point per hour, up to a maximum of 5 points per day, and a grand total of no more than 15 points for the PGA.
  • The American Osteopathic Association will award Category 2 credits of the AOA CME program to DOs, upon receipt of verification of attendance.
  • CRNAs must apply to the AANA for post-meeting CE Credits. Certificates of Attendance will be provided, upon request.

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