Anaesthesia Associates (AAs)

Anaesthesia associates (AAs) are healthcare professionals who work as part of the anaesthetic team. 

They provide care to patients before, during and after procedures requiring anaesthesia. 

They work within a defined scope of practice and under the supervision of a consultant anaesthetist. 

AAs are educated through a postgraduate training programme, combining academic study and extensive supervised clinical practice. They are regulated by the General Medical Council (GMC).