Posted by Myj on May 20, 2007, 2:58 pm, in reply to "DD"
DD,
Your info about CRNA's in Canada could NOT be further from the truth. They are called Anesthesiology Assistants and are not independent anesthesia providers. I have spoken with, personally, several anesthesia dept. chairs and this "independent," crap is not what Canada is interested in. You should actually read the Canadian Society of Anesthesiologists (CSA) postion paper (June 2006). Please, just tell the truth, it's better if you do. Gives you more credibility. As for the anesthesia shortage, it is a real phenomenon, one that will get significantly worse in the next 10 years. Lastly, it should be known that CRNA's bully (yes, I said it...bully) administrators, staff and anyone else who disagrees with their viewpoint. From Sickouts, to retaliation, etc....it just makes the profession look bad and unprofessional as well. Myj.