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The New England Society of Anesthesiologists (NESA) as it currently exists evolved from the Boston Anesthesia Society in the 1950's as a way for a geographically scattered group of colleagues to stay in touch with friends. The first annual meeting was held in 1957. The format is original--NESA's founders desired a blend of social gatherings, academic sessions, and athletic events. Today's NESA remains the only non-political, non-institutionally sponsored, academic/social anesthesia society, with membership available to any interested physician. The Society sponsors an Annual three day Meeting each September, with sites generally alternating between New England seacoast and mountain resorts. The time-tested format includes two half-day academic sessions, a renowned cracker-barrel session (an informal evening with speakers and registrants participating in lively interchange and debate), an ASA update on current affairs by the President of ASA, and several social events including banquets, tournaments in golf, tennis, and bridge, kite flying, and a walking/road race. Exhibitors have been an integral part of the annual conference since its inception. Exhibitor representatives attend our academic sessions and participate in the other activities as well. Some exhibitors have been loyal supporters of NESA for over 50 years, and continue to provide financial and educational support . Annual Dues are $50. Membership provides a discount on conference registration fees in the year after the member has joined. Most members attend several meetings over a decade; some never miss one. An annual newsletter updates events. The NESA Web site (www.nesa.net) provides current information about the Society's organization and upcoming Annual Meetings, as well as selected historical data. |
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David M. Little, Jr., MD (1920-1981)
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