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The AANA presented its first award, the Award of Appreciation, in 1947. It was the AANA’s only award until 1975, and it recognized people or institutions who had made significant contributions to the development of nurse anesthesia in the United States. Since 1975 the number of AANA awards has grown, and AANA now recognizes outstanding accomplishments not only by clinicians, educators, and researchers, but also by those involved in public relations, state and federal politics, and professional advocacy. Awards presented by AANA are listed below. Each page linked below describes the purpose of and the eligibility for the award, how to nominate a candidate, and past recipients.
The award recognizes individuals whose excellence has furthered the art and science of nurse anesthesia.
The award is presented to a CRNA/nurse anesthesiologist who has made a significant contribution to the education of nurse anesthetists.
This award recognizes the accomplishments of CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists involved in direct patient care.
The award is presented to an individual who has made a contribution to our profession through legislative, legal and/or regulatory efforts.
The award is presented to an individual who has made a significant contribution to the teaching of nurse anesthesia residents in the clinical area.
The award is presented to an individual who has made a significant contribution to the education of resident nurse anesthetists in the classroom.
The award is presented to a CRNA/nurse anesthesiologist who has made a significant contribution to the educational process of resident nurse anesthetists.
The award recognizes people who have made significant contributions to the practice of anesthesia through research.
The award is presented to an individual who has gone beyond the call of duty as a supporter of the AANA Foundation.
The award is presented to a CRNA/nurse anesthesiologist who volunteers and provides anesthesia, education, and training in needy areas of the United States and overseas.
The award recognizes outstanding research on a range of important issues to CRNA/nurse anesthesiologist professionals.
The award is presented to an AANA Foundation advocate or supporter for outstanding advocacy to the nurse anesthesia profession.
The award is presented to a political director who has made a significant contribution to the advancement of the national healthcare agenda of CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists.
The award is presented to an individual who has made a significant contribution to the formation of national health policy.
The award recognizes an individual’s commitment to the profession of nurse anesthesia and the AANA.
The award honors a state association for excellence in state GR advocacy.
The awards honors state associations, individuals, or other entities for outstanding public relations efforts to support our profession.
The award supports a resident who demonstrates leadership and professionalism during their nurse anesthesia program.
The award recognizes a resident’s scholarly impactful work through evidence-based projects that advance anesthesia care.
The award recognizes a resident’s work in research and commitment to the profession of nurse anesthesia.