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LASRA history

The Latin American Society of Regional Anesthesia (LASRA) was founded by anesthesiologists committed to education and evidence-based regional techniques, with the goal of professionalizing and promoting their safe use throughout the region.

1998

Society founded by a pioneering group of Latin American anesthesiologists.

2005

First in-person regional congress, with delegations from more than eight countries.

2014

Ultrasonography adopted as a core component of training programs.

2020

Virtual format launched for the annual congress during the health emergency.