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GA SR982

Resolution

Status

Passed

2/17/2016

Primary Sponsor

Chuck Hufstetler

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Origin

Senate

2015-2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Georgia Senate formally recognizes the Anesthesiology Assistants of Georgia for their dedication to the health and well-being of the state's citizens
  • Approximately 900 anesthesia assistants are currently licensed in Georgia, working in settings ranging from large hospitals like Grady Memorial Hospital to small town hospitals, endoscopy suites, and MRI suites
  • Under Georgia's physician-led Anesthesia Care Team model, one anesthesiologist can medically direct up to four certified registered nurse anesthetists and/or anesthesia assistants at a time
  • Two Georgia universities—Emory University School of Medicine and South University in Savannah—train anesthesia assistants, out of ten programs nationwide
  • Secretary of the Senate is directed to distribute copies of the resolution to the Anesthesiology Assistants of Georgia

Legislative Description

Anesthesiology Assistants of Georgia; recognize

Last Action

Senate Read and Adopted

2/17/2016

Full Bill Text

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