American Osteopathic College of Anesthesiologists (AOCA)

For more than 70 years, the AOCA has been a strong, influential specialty college of the American Osteopathic Association. Just as the osteopathic profession has grown over the past 70 years, the AOCA has also grown, and they now have more than 1200 Fellows.

The AOCA is a strong and diverse community of attending physicians, residents and medical students who have dedicated themselves to the advancement of the field of anesthesiology and pain management.

Vision Statement :
AOCA is the professional home for physician anesthesiologists, advancing and promoting the distinctive philosophy and practice of osteopathic anesthesiology.

Mission:
AOCA is the primary resource for clinical education and professional development for physician anesthesiologists, and facilitates networking, advocates, and promotes the practice of osteopathic anesthesiology.

Engage:
AOCA builds a dynamic, engaged, and inclusive membership which sustains the growth and reflects the values of the College.
Educate:
AOCA equips physician anesthesiologists with evidence-based content and professional development tools to grow, enhance, and advance their careers.
Advocate:
AOCA is a community of key and emerging leaders who advance osteopathic anesthesiology and advocate on behalf of physician anesthesiologists and their patients.
Promote:
AOCA develops the culture and leadership of the College’s board and volunteer members to become strategic, innovative, and diverse