Society for Pediatric Anesthesia (SPA)

The Society for Pediatric Anesthesia (SPA) was founded in 1986 to encourage research, education, and scientific progress in the field of pediatric anesthesia and to advance the study of pediatric anesthesia; to bring together physicians and other health professionals with an interest in pediatric anesthesia and to serve as a forum for discussion of issues in the field of pediatric anesthesia and to develop and encourage lifelong personal and professional relationships amongst practitioners with an interest in pediatric anesthesia; to establish relationships with other organizations that have their goal the advancement of research, education, and scientific progress in anesthesia and child health.

Mission:
The Society for Pediatric Anesthesia advances the safety and quality of anesthesia care, perioperative care, and pain management in children by educating clinicians, supporting research, and fostering collaboration among clinicians, patient families, and professional organizations worldwide.