Clinical guidelines
We have collected together our choice of national and local obstetric anaesthesia guidelines, selected for their quality and provided for you to adopt and adapt for your own needs.
Professional development and resources
The OAA offers a wide range of resources and information at all points in your career. From in-training to post-specialist accreditation, we are here to help you provide the highest standards of obstetric anaesthetic practice at all stages of your career.
Members Learning Zone
Our Learning Zone features a large range of professional resources on a variety of topics relevant to obstetric anaesthesia. Resources are split into a series of topics with new content added at regular intervals.
Topic of the month – free to access
Diabetes in pregnancy
We've compiled a list of useful resources to increase your understanding of this condition.
In-Training hub
The In-Training hub is a specialist collection of resources for trainee anaesthetists. Here you can access training and curriculum information, FRCA exam resources, details of trainee fellowships and more.
Grants and bursaries
The OAA offers a range of grants and bursaries to members. Large and small research grants can be applied for alongside international research grants.
The OAA also offers bursaries to overseas members and students to help them attend meetings or receive support while studying.
Publications
View a range of useful publications from the OAA and other related organisations.
Surveys
Create a survey of obstetric anaesthetic practice distributed to the OAA membership.
Regional societies
Find more information on the UK Regional Groups of Obstetric Anaesthesia.
IJOA Journal
Find out about the official journal of the OAA; the International Journal of Obstetric Anesthesia.
Quality and outcomes
Read about ways to improve clinical safety and outcomes through critical examination of our practice.
Sustainable practice resources
Read resources aimed at reducing the environmental impact of obstetric anaesthesia.
Quick Reference Handbook for Obstetric Emergencies
A compilation of 20 quick reference guides to assist the multidisciplinary team in managing obstetric emergencies
PencilPoint blog
The latest expert news and viewpoints, available exclusively to OAA members.
Become part of the OAA
Join over 2,500 members from around the world and get specialist support with education, information and guidance for obstetric anaesthetists.
