FAQs

The Preoperative Association was launched in 2004 and provides support, information and education for anaesthetists, nurses and other health practitioners involved in preoperative assessment and preparation.

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1. What are the benefits of POA membership?

In addition to discounted fees for POA course and conferences, members are able to access additional resources to support their clinical practice including national guidelines and standards for practice in preoperative care.
2. How are POA guidelines and standards developed?

Guidelines and standards are developed, peer-reviewed and agreed with input from a wide-range of clinicians with expertise in UK preoperative assessment and optimisation. These are not intended to be prescriptive but support services and clinicians to deliver preoperative care in their specific local context.
3. How are the POA council appointed and can I get involved?

The council aims to represent a wide range of healthcare professionals involved in provision of preoperative assessment and optimisation. Members include clinicians from a wide range of professional backgrounds, clinical practice and regions of the UK.

We would welcome expressions of interest from anyone interested in joining the council and advertise specifically for new members as council members step down from their roles.
4. What date does my membership year commence?

The renewal membership fee is due by the 1st March for all members irrespective of the date a member first joins the Preoperative Association. The full membership can be paid by online debit / credit card payment. There is no pro-rata reduction in membership fee during the first year if joining partly through a membership year.
5. Why do I have to pay 2 course fees for the Foundation Course?

The 3 day Foundation course is divided into 2 parts. Part 1 Foundation course consists of 2 days of interactive virtual lectures. Part 2 Foundation course will consist of face-to-face small group teaching. Dates of Part 2 will be announced during 2022 and is dependent on COVID restrictions. The Preoperative Association has decided to charge for Parts 1 and 2 separately.