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The story so far

Dr Moira Simmonds, at that time Consultant Anaesthetist at Inverclyde Royal Hospital, first set up WoSOA in 2000. The original concept was an organisation of obstetric anaesthetists who could come together to discuss relevant issues, and provide a resource of knowledge and advice.

Dr Pauline Stone, Consultant Anaesthetist at the Queen Mother’s Hospital, drew up the constitution, and was chairperson between 2002 and 2004, put the organisation on a formal footing. Since 2005, a formal membership system has been in operation.

Dr Steven Young, Consultant Anaesthtist at Princess Royal Maternity, continued Pauline's hard work and firmly established our association in the West of Scotland. He was Chairperson between 2004 - 2006. Following from this Dr Simon Millar was Chairperson and then Dr Chris Johnstone. The position is now held by Dr Fiona Bryden.

Early achievements include: successful midwife study days, which have stimulated improved “in-house” midwife training, and the setting up of a 6 month subspecialty training program.

The aim of the organisation is to promote obstetric anaesthesia in the West of Scotland. Currently the main areas of effort are:

• To provide education in obstetric anaesthesia by organising evening and day meetings. The Royal College of Anaesthetists recognise the educational content of these meetings.
• To supervise the subspecialty registrar program in conjunction with the West of Scotland Deanery
• To provide a forum for anaesthetists interested in obstetric anaesthesia

An elected committee coordinates these efforts, but we very much welcome suggestions from the membership about what future directions you want us to move in.