KANSAS ASSOCIATION OF NURSE ANESTHETISTS PATIENT AND PUBLIC INFORMATION

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) in Kansas are available to answer your questions and educate all residents about the different types of anesthesia and how they are administered. KANA is dedicated to empowering you to become an informed member of your anesthetic care team, whether you are preparing for surgery, childbirth, or another procedure requiring anesthesia

Who are CRNAs 

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) are advanced practice registered nurses who have been providing anesthesia care to patients for more than 150 years. CRNAs provide direct care for patients in every setting where anesthesia is delivered-from traditional hospital surgical suites and obstetrical delivery rooms to critical access hospitals; from ambulatory surgical centers to the offices of dentists, podiatrists, ophthalmologists, pain management specialists and more. 

Your Anesthesia

In Kansas, your anesthesia may be administered by a CRNA, an anesthesiologist, or a collaborative team of both. Currently, CRNAs are the sole providers of anesthesia in 80% of Kansas hospitals. Whether serving as your primary provider or as part of a care team, your CRNA will be with you throughout your procedure. Your nurse anesthetist will remain by your side throughout the entire procedure, continuously monitoring all vital functions and adjusting your anesthesia as needed to ensure your utmost safety and comfort.  They will collaborate closely with your surgeon, obstetrician, podiatrist, or dentist to ensure the highest level of safety during your anesthetic care. 

KANA is committed to addressing any questions or concerns you may have. We encourage you to contact the facility where your procedure will take place to speak directly with your anesthesia provider. For further inquiries, please feel free to contact us at