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IJA Podcast | Episode #55: Global Anaesthesia, WFSA, and the Future of Care
Host Dr. Murali Thondebhavi is joined by Ms. Kristine Stave, CEO of the World Federation of Societies of Anaesthesiologists (WFSA), for a wide-ranging conversation on global anaesthesia, advocacy, and the future of perioperative care.
Kristine shares her unique journey from a background in governance and law to leading one of the most influential organizations in global anaesthesia. They discuss the realities of working in global health today: funding cuts, workforce shortages, increased surgical loads after COVID-19, and the mental health impact on professionals.
Key themes include:
Why anesthesia is often the least resourced part of the surgical system
The legacy of the surgical safety checklist for patient safety
Patient blood management and optimizing blood use worldwide
The role of anaesthesia in addressing climate change
How technology and AI are reshaping anesthesia practice
The importance of global collaboration and engagement with WFSA
Tune in to hear how anaesthesiologists everywhere can contribute to a stronger, more united global community.