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The Association of Anaesthetists @assocanaes.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

We welcome NHS England's updated guidance on accessing patient records. While we strongly support the preventing of accessing patient records for illegitimate reasons.. (🧵1/3)

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Dr Anushka Aubeelack @bumblebeenush.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Great to see this data that supports what many are seeing locally. SAS doctors should not be held back when their contract clearly structures progression. Trusts are missing a trick with workforce resourcing by not promoting autonomous doctors to Specialist roles #SASbyChoice #NHS #medicine

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Association of Anaesthetists SAS @assocsas.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

📊 New FOI data from the Association of Anaesthetists shows England is falling behind the rest of the UK in regrading senior SAS doctors to specialist roles designed to recognise clinical expertise. #AnSky #MedSky

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The Association of Anaesthetists @assocanaes.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

The new data obtained through Freedom of Information research further reveals the increasing role Locally-Employed doctors play across the NHS, raising concerns that many of these doctors are being excluded from career developement and training opportunities.

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The Association of Anaesthetists @assocanaes.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

🚨 New data collected by the Association of Anaesthetists has revealed significant variation across NHS trusts in the use of SAS contracts. The data reveals doctors aren't receiving the same opportunities as other clinicians, despite playing a critical role in service delivery. #AnSky #MedSky

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The Association of Anaesthetists @assocanaes.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

✅The new SAS eligibility and permanency framework (SAS EPF) to support locally employed doctors (LEDs) to transition into permanent SAS roles is a welcome step forward - but this needs to be a permanent opportunity available to LEDs and not just a short term project. @nhsemployers.bsky.social

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The Association of Anaesthetists @assocanaes.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

👏 Read this report from @rcoanews.bsky.social on the challenges faced by SAS and LEDs In our response to the Medical Training Review, we called for SAS doctors and LEDs to get the same opportunities for training and development as other doctors. Read it here 👇 anaesthetists.org/Portals/0/PD...

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The Association of Anaesthetists @assocanaes.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

SAS & LE doctors, please take the time to respond to this new survey from the GMC about your roles, motivations, workplace experiences & access to training and development Take par to directly shape the support, recognition & working conditions for this vital part of the workforce 👉️ buff.ly/2P92cZf

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Dr Rosena Allin-Khan MP @drrosena.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Great to speak at the London SAS Conference with Specialty, Associate Specialist and Specialist doctors from across London. SAS doctors are the backbone of the NHS, delivering expert care every day, often without the recognition they deserve. Thank you for all you do.

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The Association of Anaesthetists @assocanaes.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

It must take active steps to close those gaps, to give the NHS and the patients it serves, additional staff and facilities that are so clearly needed. Our full response: buff.ly/VU732x8 (5/5)

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The Association of Anaesthetists @assocanaes.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

The action & preparation must start immediately. If not, any plans will be meaningless & leave UK nations no better prepared than they were in 2020. As a first step, governments must quantify current staffing & other existing deficits that both anaesthesia & intensive care are currently facing (4/5)

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The Association of Anaesthetists @assocanaes.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

It is our view that for future plans to be fit for purpose, governments must look at staffing, beds, & equipment – and how levels can be improved – right now. Given the lead in time to train intensivists & anaesthetists, these plans cannot be created and left in a drawer for the next pandemic (3/5)

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The Association of Anaesthetists @assocanaes.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

The report acknowledges several vital truths about the state of hospitals that we made forcefully to the Chair, Baroness Hallett, during our role as core participants in the Inquiry. (2/5)

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The Association of Anaesthetists @assocanaes.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

“We coped, but only just.” This is the key message of the UK Covid-19 Inquiry which released its report into the impact of the pandemic on healthcare systems earlier today. As anaesthetists and intensivists, our members know this first-hand. (thread)(1/5)

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Covid-19 inquiry report – our response | Association of Anaesthetists

“We coped, but only just” This is the key message of the UK Covid-19 Inquiry which released its report into the impact of the pandemic on healthcare systems earlier today. As anaesthetists and…

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The Association of Anaesthetists @assocanaes.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

We are dismayed by findings in this year’s NHS Staff Survey that show discrimination, racism, unwanted sexual behaviour & violence continue to affect patients and staff. We reiterate our call that more needs to be done to make the NHS a safer and more just environment 👉️ buff.ly/U0UfwY3

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SAS-imran @sas-imran.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

We need more SAS in medical management. Helena is an absolutely amazing manager AND a jobbing SAS anaesthetist @uclh.bsky.social. Inspiring to hear her story at the inaugural London SAS conference. @rcoanews.bsky.social @assocsas.bsky.social @nhsenglandldn.bsky.social

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The Association of Anaesthetists @assocanaes.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

It's day 3 of #SASWeek25, with a focus on SAS development 💰 Members can apply for our SAS Educational Grant - up to £2,000 buff.ly/Kego0kr ☃️ Get an exclusive SAS member rate for Winter Scientific Meeting 2026 buff.ly/ohVlbf9 🚀 Apply for our Leadership Development Programme buff.ly/lF6rBLN

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Ellie Pattinson @elliepattinsonnhs.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

Great tips for leadership development here! #SASWeek25

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Mark @medic-m-a-c.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

I love my portfolio career - don't let anyone ever tell you that the only way to be happy in medicine is to jump on the treadmill to consultant jobs!

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The Association of Anaesthetists @assocanaes.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

It’s the start of #SASWeek25 🎉 Each day we’ll be sharing dedicated content to celebrate the work of SAS anaesthetists. So, if you're curious about the benefits of a SAS career, looking for advice on stepping into leadership roles, or ready to explore our SAS Handbook - we've got you covered.

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The Association of Anaesthetists @assocanaes.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

The 10-year health plan for England is full of ambition & we welcome the acknowledgement that the NHS needs to make big, bold changes in order to be sustainable. We eagerly await concrete details of how this vision becomes a plan and of how anaesthetists can play their part 👉 buff.ly/FjMmvvb

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Gillian Rennie @curlygastube.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

🥳New scrub cap day!!! Don’t I look smart with my new Association of Anaesthetists cap?! @assocsas.bsky.social @assocanaes.bsky.social

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Dr Peter Prinsley MP @peterprinsleymp.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

I’ve spoken with people across Bury St Edmunds & Stowmarket about living with long-term conditions. Last week, I took their cause to Parliament. We must tackle disease, and the causes of disease. www.suffolknews.co.uk/bury-st-edmu...

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The NHS has not changed enough for those suffering from long-term conditions, says Suffolk MP

A debate on long-term illnesses has sparked calls from a Suffolk MP for the NHS to evolve.

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The BMA @bma.org.uk · 28/05/2025

Today, we've written to David Lammy MP, calling on the Government to take immediate action to prevent famine in Gaza. As Israel continues their blockade of humanitarian aid, 1 in 5 people face imminent starvation and hospitals are running out of medicines fast. www.bma.org.uk/what-we-do/w...

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Dr Anushka Aubeelack @bumblebeenush.bsky.social · 24/05/2025

Great to see this piece of work! This, in addition to the #SASbyChoice handbook from @assocsas.bsky.social, are excellent documents for SAS doctors from our specialties & beyond Please share widely with your colleagues #SASsix #NHS #MedSky @rcempresident.bsky.social @rcem.ac.uk

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Royal College of Emergency Medicine @rcem.ac.uk · 23/05/2025

The College’s EMSAS Doctor’s forum has just launched a practical and comprehensive guide to support the Emergency Medicine SAS workforce. The ‘EMSAS Handbook’ provides essential information and useful links to help them navigate their chosen career field. Read it here - tinyurl.com/4wr3ueec

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The Association of Anaesthetists @assocanaes.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

Our response to NHS England's Medical Training Review highlights the current lack of training places, the inflexibility of training and the need for SAS doctors to be included in this work. Read it here 🔗 buff.ly/YCYd4hu

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Dr Anushka Aubeelack @bumblebeenush.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

An incredibly positive & forward-thinking event to be part of. Proud that @bhrut-nhs.bsky.social was one of the first trusts to pledge to implement #SASsix and the increasing numbers of national organisations getting on board - @ics-updates.bsky.social being the latest Let’s keep up the momentum!

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Dr Anushka Aubeelack @bumblebeenush.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

And a huge thank you to @peterprinsleymp.bsky.social and @assocsas.bsky.social for hosting us at the @houseofcommons.parliament.uk ! Your support of #SASbyChoice doctors is so deeply appreciated (Yes…that’s my face…) #SASsix #NHS #MedTwiter

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zoerob.bsky.social @zoerob.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

www.sascollective.com/sassix Exiting trip to London today with @sascollective.com to talk about SAS careers and SASsix. More info to follow

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Rob Fleming @robjimfleming.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

Thanks to the @assocanaes.bsky.social for inviting @sascollective.com, and little old me, to come to this event. It was great to refresh some relationships and meet some new people. Alternative career pathways are the workforce solution we are all looking for, and the #SASsix is a roadmap.

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The Association of Anaesthetists @assocanaes.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

“There is no such thing as a non-training doctor”. Dr Emma Wain wonderfully summed up who SAS doctors are and why they’re so important at our SAS Doctors Reception. @ecewain.bsky.social

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Rob Fleming @robjimfleming.bsky.social · 20/05/2025

Excellent motion from Dr Eman Toeima, representing London South. Motion carried by universal agreement. We need to gather these data. Knowing how many SAS leaders there are allows us to assess the trends. Measuring this also sets the expectation that this is important. #SASconf

Dr Toeima speaks for her motion online at SAS conference.

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Rob Fleming @robjimfleming.bsky.social · 12/05/2025

Am I followed by any MPs? The @sascollective.com have been invited to a parliamentary event next week, hosted by @peterprinsleymp.bsky.social, on behalf of @assocanaes.bsky.social. We'd love to see you there! The future of the medical workforce will be defined by SAS careers. #SASsix

The #SASsix policy calls are:

Every early career SAS doctor should have access to an educational supervisor.

All SAS doctors should have equity of access to professional development opportunities relevant to their stage of career.

All specialty doctors who meet the required capabilities should have the opportunity to become specialists.

Senior SAS doctors should be offered the opportunity to be educators at every level on a par with consultants e.g. educational supervisors, clinical supervisors, directors of medical education.

All extended roles in leadership and management should be open to all substantive medical staff that is, consultants and appropriately experienced SAS doctors.

All LEDs employed for more than two years within one NHS employer should be offered the opportunity to transfer to the appropriate SAS contract.

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Association of Anaesthetists SAS @assocsas.bsky.social · 31/03/2025

Let’s make sure our Specialist, Associate Specialist, and Specialty (SAS) colleagues are recognised too! SAS doctors drive innovation, education, and inclusion every day—often without the spotlight. Nominate an SAS anaesthetist👇 buff.ly/9UZnMdv #SASdoctors #Anaesthesia #SASsix #InclusionMatters

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Association of Anaesthetists SAS @assocsas.bsky.social · 31/03/2025

SAS doctors do need more visibility. Even many healthcare colleagues are not 100% sure what it means when people identify as SAS or their individual SAS grade. In theatre, at team brief, lets proudly say our name and SAS grade. anaesthetists.org/Portals/0/PD... #SASanaesthetists

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Royal College of Anaesthetists @rcoanews.bsky.social · 31/03/2025

Wishing Eid Mubarak to all our Muslim members, colleagues and friends. Have a joyous Eid al-Fitr!

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The Association of Anaesthetists @assocanaes.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

Members can read the March issue of our Anaesthesia News magazine, this time with a bit of a green theme - plenty of Irish authors and a commitment to sustainability. 📖 buff.ly/6aQ092v

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Rob Fleming @robjimfleming.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

I am delighted to announce that I've been appointed to @profjread.bsky.social 's team at the University of Lincoln, as a Clinical Associate Professor and Lead for Admissions for its Medical School. Wish me luck!

University of Lincoln's Grand Central Warehouse Library, with a bearded anaesthetist posing outside it.

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The Association of Anaesthetists @assocanaes.bsky.social · 10/03/2025

The Leng Review into the role of PAs and AAs has launched its survey for healthcare professionals. We strongly encourage all anaesthetists to complete the survey and to make full use of the free text sections to elaborate on their views. ➡️ buff.ly/X7W7Pkf The survey closes on 30 March.

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Association of Anaesthetists SAS @assocsas.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

The SAS Committee contributed to the Association's submission to the Leng Review. Find it here 🔗https://buff.ly/4ikwMHT

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The Association of Anaesthetists @assocanaes.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

(3/3) We’ve also published our new position statement on anaesthesia associates, including an update on what has changed since our last statement. 🔗 buff.ly/3Xgjrbu We’ll continue to make our focus the hard-won patient safety gains of the specialty of anaesthesia.

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The Association of Anaesthetists @assocanaes.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

📸 Pictured is our February advocacy update (1/3) Thanks to our members we can hold meetings with key stakeholders – including politicians and other medical organisations – to make sure the specialty is represented in new policy developments and legislation.

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Association of Anaesthetists SAS @assocsas.bsky.social · 28/11/2024

✍️The Association welcomes findings set out in the GMC’s state of medical education and practice UK Workforce report 2024 that warn that the UK risks wasting the talents of tens of thousands of overlooked and undervalued locally employed (LE) doctors 🔗 tinyurl.com/5drcsvr9

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