New Jersey State Society Of Anesthesiologists

06/15/2026

A fantastic evening with our residents and faculty!

Thank you to everyone who came out, connected, and engaged with one another. It was wonderful to see residents participating in meaningful conversations while enjoying a relaxed setting.

NJSSA looks forward to hosting another resident happy hour as we continue to support and grow the next generation of professionals in our field.

06/09/2026

Don't Forget! The NJSSA Resident Happy Hour is This Sunday! Residents, make sure you're registered and prepared for an evening of professional connection and exclusive benefits.

Secure your spot and register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdA9YgYfGW7yvVZhe1jOwQspv5VsGycgkx6Mifr8JbKrqRtQw/viewform

Looking for an opportunity to connect with fellow NJSSA residents and faculty from across the state? Join us on Sunday, June 14 at Tavern on George for the NJSSA Resident Happy Hour.

Enjoy an evening of mentorship, meaningful conversations, and professional networking, along with exclusive access to the Speakeasy area. Plus, food and drinks are on us!

Space is limited, so be sure to register while spots are still available:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdA9YgYfGW7yvVZhe1jOwQspv5VsGycgkx6Mifr8JbKrqRtQw/viewform

06/01/2026

Reminder: NJSSA's Resident Happy Hour is next Sunday. Make sure you're registered to attend!

⚕️ Meaningful professional connections
⚕️ Valuable mentorship opportunities
⚕️ Networking with colleagues and residents from across New Jersey
⚕️ Exclusive access to the Speakeasy area
⚕️ Delicious food and drinks on us

Registration is required: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdA9YgYfGW7yvVZhe1jOwQspv5VsGycgkx6Mifr8JbKrqRtQw/viewform

05/28/2026

NJSSA is thrilled to have Heather Clifford join our Executive Committee as the new Medical Student Representative!

Heather is currently in her fourth year at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, and has a longstanding passion for the diverse and growing field of anesthesia. She is excited for this opportunity to support her fellow medical students by promoting early exposure to the field and connections with mentors.

NJSSA looks forward to collaborating closely with Heather to further expand our reach and strengthen our impact among medical students throughout New Jersey.

05/27/2026

Please join us in welcoming Ashwin Jitheesh, MD, as our newly selected Resident Representative!

Ashwin is a PGY-2 anesthesiology resident at New York Medical College / St. Mary’s & St. Clare’s Health in Passaic, NJ. He is honored to join NJSSA’s Executive Committee and looks forward to collaborating with fellow leaders to support residents and advance advocacy efforts across the profession.

05/26/2026

Secure your spot for NJSSA’s Resident & Faculty Happy Hour on June 14 at Tavern on George!

What you’ll gain by attending:

⚕️ Meaningful professional connections
⚕️ Valuable mentorship opportunities
⚕️ Networking with colleagues and residents from across New Jersey
⚕️ Exclusive access to the Speakeasy area
⚕️ Delicious food and drinks on us

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with peers in a unique setting. Register today to save your spot! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdA9YgYfGW7yvVZhe1jOwQspv5VsGycgkx6Mifr8JbKrqRtQw/viewform

05/26/2026

NJSSA is proud to introduce our new Resident Representative, Karnan Rajkumar, MD!

Karnan is currently in his anesthesiology residency at St. Joseph’s and is excited to begin his role on NJSSA’s Executive Committee. He looks forward to supporting NJSSA’s mission and values while expanding his knowledge of anesthesia-related challenges and opportunities across New Jersey.

Please join us in giving him a warm welcome!

05/21/2026

Looking for an opportunity to connect with fellow NJSSA residents and faculty from across the state? Join us on Sunday, June 14 at Tavern on George for the NJSSA Resident Happy Hour.

Enjoy an evening of mentorship, meaningful conversations, and professional networking, along with exclusive access to the Speakeasy area. Plus, food and drinks are on us!

Space is limited, so be sure to register while spots are still available:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdA9YgYfGW7yvVZhe1jOwQspv5VsGycgkx6Mifr8JbKrqRtQw/viewform

05/21/2026

🗣 Calling All Residents: This free, interactive webinar is NEXT WEEK!

NJSSA wants you to know that you are not alone as you begin entering the professional landscape and preparing to negotiate your first contract. We’ve curated an essential webinar featuring expert panelists who will introduce the key skills and strategies you’ll need as you start this new journey.

Register today and come prepared with questions for this engaging and informative opportunity: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevGCojyckHsOKxR4lOA-XKXVHNfl_urIhzDL6XtbjcQ3Lzqw/viewform

05/20/2026

NJSSA President Dr. Walter Lapicki joined the State Issues Panel at The American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) LegCon, advocating for the preservation of New Jersey’s physician-supervision team model in anesthesia care. He shared key insights and addressed critical concerns shaping its future.