The history of the College of Anaesthetists of South Africa

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history, anaesthesia, qualifications, examinations, College of Anaesthetists, Colleges of Medicine of South Africa

Abstract

This paper reviews the history of the College of Anaesthetists of South Africa (CASA), starting with the establishment of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of South Africa (CPSSA), the subsequent formation of the Faculty of Anaesthetists as part of the College of Surgeons of South Africa (FFACSSA), to its present form as the CASA. This review includes major milestones achieved over the years, including international recognition, key role players involved, development of examinations, medals and awards given as well as individuals honoured by the CASA.

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P D Gopalan, University of KwaZulu-Natal

Discipline of Anaesthesiology and Critical Care, Nelson R Mandela School of Medicine, University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

C H Daniel, University of KwaZulu-Natal

Discipline of Anaesthesiology and Critical Care, Nelson R Mandela School of Medicine, University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

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Published

2022-04-20

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Vol. 28 No. 2 (2022)

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Review Articles

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