May 5, 2026 - Vol. 2, Issue 5

President's Message

Christina Menor, MD, MS, FASA

Happy Cinco de Mayo! Today we celebrate Mexican heritage and the victory at the Battle of Puebla in 1862 — a powerful symbol of resilience against overwhelming odds.


In honor of this day, we highlight Dr. J. Antonio Aldrete (1937–2025), the Mexican-born anesthesiologist who developed the Aldrete Scoring System in 1970. Still used in every PACU across America, his tool — first published in Spanish — standardized post-anesthesia recovery assessment and has improved patient safety for millions.


Dr. Aldrete’s legacy reminds us of the vital contributions of Mexican and Latino physicians. Yet Latinos represent 39% of California’s population but only 6% of physicians. CSA remains committed to building a stronger pipeline for the next generation.



¡Feliz Cinco de Mayo!


Christina Menor, MD, MS, FASA

President, California Society of Anesthesiologists

ASA Delegate | North Hollywood, CA

Key Updates

CSA Foundation for Education Research Awards

Beginning this year, the CSA Foundation will offer two annual research grants of $6,000. Applications will be reviewed by the Foundation Board in partnership with respected anesthesiology leaders from across the state. Apply by June 1.

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CSA Harassment and Practice Management Survey:

📝If you’ve experienced it, witnessed it, or care about creating a better practice environment — your input is critical.

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Share Your Perioperative Pointer with ASA:

🎥Submit a short video to ASA PLUS, featuring practical insights from across the anesthesia care team.

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Stanford Regional Anesthesiology and Acute Pain Medicine

Fellowship Position:

đź“… Start date: Jan 2027

  • Accepted applicant is guaranteed a faculty anesthesiology position at Stanford from July 2026-December 2026 if desired
  • Applicants must have completed an ACGME accredited residency to qualify
  • Position is available outside the match

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Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine | WARC 2026 Western Anesthesia Residents’ Conference May 16, 2026 UCDavis

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LEGCON 2026 | American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) May 18-21, 2026 Washington DC

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For those needing opioid-related CME that also meets the 8-hour DEA requirement:

The ASA is offering a new course at no cost to members! Our panel on navigating pain, sedation and OUD in the ICU was also selected as a featured session. Below are links to the course and our session:

Course

Our Session


Washington Alerts and FDA Updates

Two bills to be aware of and more to come soon about contacting your representatives to OPPOSE both of these bills.

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Latest Content and News

The external news content below does not reflect ASA’s views or policies.

🎙️Podcast:

Jobcrafting a New Life: How Shay Taylor Allen Started Life in a Shelter, Worked as a Janitor at Yale Medical Center, then Matched at Yale Anesthesiology Residency

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📝 Blog Post:

The Effect of Insurance Consolidation and the Growing Work–Pay Gap

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🥼CSA Members in the News:

4.10.26 - Podcast: Eliminating Nitrous Oxide and Advancing Sustainable Care in the OR with Dr. Arash Motamed

5.3.26 - Congratulations to the SOAP 2026 Distinguished Service Award recipient, Dr. Mark Zakowski!

4.25.26 - CSA Members Attend Anesthesia History Association Stanford AHA Conference 2026

🏛️ASA State Component Society Legislative and Regulatory Newsletter – Spring 2026

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đź“°Media Articles:

4.30.26 - CSA 2026 Annual Meeting

🤰Patient Resources:

https://thepainlesspush.com/

https://madeforthismoment.asahq.org/

Upcoming Events

đź“… Summer Anesthesia Conference: Jul 13-17, 2026 | Oahu, HI

đź“… Fall Anesthesia Conference: Nov 9-13, 2026 | Big Island, HI

đź“… Winter Anesthesia Conference: Jan 18-22, 2027 | Lahaina, HI

đź“… CSA’s Annual Conference: Apr 9-11, 2027 | Anaheim, CA

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