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GA SR982
Resolution
Status
Passed
2/17/2016
Primary Sponsor
Chuck Hufstetler
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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
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