Leading Infinitely in Perioperative Care: an Anesthesia-Led Relational Leadership Model

February 2026 APSF Newsletter Featured Article

APSF Trainee Quality Improvement/Patient Safety (TQI/PS) Recognition Program

The 2026 program hosts tracks for Physician Anesthesiology residents, Nurse Anesthesia students/residents, and student Anesthesiologist Assistants. Submission deadline is June 1st, 2026.

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Our Vision: That no one shall be harmed by anesthesia care.

Learn about APSF’s Perioperative Patient Safety Priorities

APSF Newsletter – February 2026

February 1, 2026

The Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation is pleased to announce the release of the February 2026 APSF Newsletter.

In the Literature

Perioperative Care of Patients Using Wearable Diabetes Devices

January 12, 2026

This review addresses the increasing use of wearable diabetes devices, including continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) and insulin pumps, in patients undergoing surgery. It highlights the need for clear perioperative management…

Articles Between Issues

Tribute to Gee Mathen (1970-2025)

December 9, 2025

It is with the heaviest heart that I share the passing of my friend and colleague, Gee Mathen. Many of you have crossed paths with Gee—and surely remember his unmistakable, boisterous laugh—at conferences across the country…

Preventing Wrong Drug-Wrong Route Errors Involving Tranexamic Acid and Local Anesthetics

November 26, 2025

Joint Announcement from the Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation (APSF) and the Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP)

Articles Between Issues

Letter in Response to “Airway Safety in the OR and Beyond: Balancing Innovation and Safety”

November 18, 2025

The Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation (APSF) remains a leading authority on contemporary issues in patient care. The October 2025 Newsletter article, Airway Safety in the OR and Beyond: Balancing Innovation and Safety…

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Leading Infinitely in Perioperative Care: an Anesthesia-Led Relational Leadership Model

APSF Trainee Quality Improvement/Patient Safety (TQI/PS) Recognition Program

APSF Legacy Society

Our Vision: That no one shall be harmed by anesthesia care.

ASPAN National Conference 2026

APSF Board of Directors Meeting

APSF Stoelting Conference 2026

APSF News & Updates

APSF Newsletter – February 2026

Perioperative Care of Patients Using Wearable Diabetes Devices

Tribute to Gee Mathen (1970-2025)

Preventing Wrong Drug-Wrong Route Errors Involving Tranexamic Acid and Local Anesthetics

Letter in Response to “Airway Safety in the OR and Beyond: Balancing Innovation and Safety”

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