What We Offer

Annual Meeting & Scholars’ Program

Our premier Annual Meeting, presented by IARS and the Society of Critical Care Anesthesiologists, brings together over 1,200 clinicians, researchers and trainees from across the globe to explore state-of-the-art basic science, clinical advances and perioperative innovation.

The Scholars’ Program, held in conjunction with the Annual Meeting, offers early-career attendees dedicated sessions, mentorship, career development tools and chances to present your work.

IARS Online Communities

Continue the conversation beyond webinars, meetings and journal articles through the IARS Online Communities, powered by DocMatter, an interactive global space where anesthesiology professionals exchange ideas, discuss clinical challenges, explore research and build meaningful professional connections. The community includes more than 8,000 anesthesia professionals across 124+ countries participating in real-time discussions and peer engagement. Whether you are seeking clinical insights, mentorship, career guidance or collaboration opportunities, the Online Communities provide a dynamic environment tailored to every career stage and area of interest.

Webinar Series

High-quality webinars covering the most pressing topics in anesthesia and perioperative medicine. Explore basic and clinical research from leading experts.

Free for the public; full members get access to recordings and the ability to earn CME credits through enduring materials when you can’t attend live.

Virtual Education Library

On-demand access to recordings of past Annual Meeting plenary and breakout sessions, webinars, case reports, and specialty content.

Access to content eligible for CME from the Anesthesia & Analgesia journals, Annual Meetings and webinars.

Ideal for brushing up on topics, staying current, or discovering new research areas.

Additional Educational Tools

• OpenAnesthesia®:

  Member-only access to articles, podcasts, vodcasts and interviews on anesthesiology, critical care, pain and perioperative medicine.

• Events calendar:

  Stay up to date with IARS and external educational meetings.

Why This Matters for You

• Advance your career:

  Gain clinical insights, research exposure and skills that strengthen your practice, teaching or investigation.

• Connect and collaborate:

  Meet colleagues, thought leaders and potential mentors from around the world.

• Stay current, stay competitive:

  Medicine evolves rapidly. These resources ensure you’re up to date with the latest science, standards and innovations.

• Flexible learning:

  Live events, recorded materials, virtual options so you can learn where and when it fits your schedule.