Texas Society of Anesthesiologists

10/16/2026

TSA presents the ultimate San Diego guide at ASA! ☀️

10/16/2026

Happy World Anesthesia Day! 💙

On October 16, 1846, the first public demonstration of ether anesthesia revolutionized surgery and changed medicine forever.

Today, we celebrate this remarkable advancement and recognize the anesthesiologists who continue to make a difference in patients' lives every day. From ensuring patient safety to providing expert care during some of life's most critical moments, your dedication is invaluable.

TSA is proud to represent such an exceptional community of physicians. Thank you for all that you do to advance the profession and provide outstanding care to patients across Texas!

10/15/2026

October Committee Chair Spotlight: Dr. Kristyn B. Ingram, MD, FASA

Currently Chair of the Texas Society of Anesthesiologists Political Action Committee (TSAPAC)

The TSAPAC board endorses bipartisan candidates for Texas offices who support patient safety and physician-led care. Our board works closely with the Governmental Affairs and the Key Contact Committees to ensure good personal relationships with our elected representatives and to maintain an open dialogue on issues pertinent to anesthesiologists.

Fun Fact: "I am a part owner of Sun City Kitty, El Paso's first and only cat cafe.”

10/12/2026

10/08/2026

October Women in Anesthesiology Spotlight: Dr. Nellie Luhn Currarino!

10/07/2026

Check out the next highlighted article from the “On the Shoulders of Giants: Legends of Texas Anesthesiology” series! This edition honors Dr. Arthur S. Keats and was written by Dr. Stephen Slogoff. Read here: https://tsa.org/newsletter/july-2018/page-6/

10/07/2026

📣 Applications are still open for the 2027 George II Williams Resident Scholar Program!

Residents, be sure to submit your application before the October 15 deadline for this unique opportunity to gain firsthand legislative experience and see how health policy takes shape at the Texas Capitol. The program runs January through April, with each selected resident joining the Governmental Affairs team in Austin for a one-month rotation.

Apply here: https://tinyurl.com/resscholar

09/29/2026

We are excited to start sharing our “On the Shoulders of Giants: Legends of Texas Anesthesiology” series! ✨ We are starting with the one honoring Dr. M.T. "Pepper" Jenkins, written by Dr. Amy P. Woods. Read here: https://tsa.org/newsletter/january-2018/page-4/