The ASA is the only organisation in Australia acting exclusively for the benefit of Australian Anaesthetists. Our strength and responsiveness to the profession's interests is dependent on the contribution of you, our members, both financially and via your involvement in the myriad of committees and other activities of the Society.

Please read on for more information on the benefits of Society membership.

Member Benefits

Ordinary and Associate member benefits

Receive a 10% discount on your next year's subscription (or donate the discount to the ASA Benevolent fund) for introducing a new member.

• Economics + practice services
• Advice on Medicare + Health Insurance Fund rebates
• DVA remuneration negotiations
• DHA + Economic representation at all levels of government + stakeholder organisations
• Locum and Position Vacant service
• Relative Value Guide - 12th edition in 2010
• ASA News
• Education + Information
• ASA Journal Anaesthesia & Intensive Care
• Part 0-3 courses for your trainees
• Annual National Scientific Conference
• Patient Information Guides
• ASA website: www.asa.org.au
• iamonline interactive learning and CPD
• Access to General Practitioners Anaesthetists' Locum Scheme

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Discounts and member services

10% discount on subscription for introducing a member

ASA secretariat available for enquires tollfree 1800 806 654 or asa@fed.asa.org.au

• National Car Search Pty Ltd
• Diners Club Card
• ASA Benevolent Trust Fund
• Westpac Merchant Bank Offer
• Member Venhicle Purchase Service - National Car Search Australia Pty Ltd
• Volkswagen Corporate buying program
• Non-member NSC registrants are invited to become members + receive a Newsletter + copy of AIC
• Discounted membership for part-timers
• Consideration given for maternity leave and travel overseas
• Active participation in the ASA is an opportunity to make a contribution to our profession
• Merchandise
• ASA corporate wear
• Groovy cycling jersey
• Discounted rates to the USA Society's Annual Scientific Meeting

Supporters of the ASA

The following businesses support the ASA by providing services to its members. Support the ASA by supporting its supporters!

National Car Search Pty Ltd

If you hate the hassles associated with buying new vehicles for work or play, the ASA’s new car buying service can help you. Click here for more information.

Diners Club

In recognition of Diners Club’s ongoing partnership with ASA, you can earn 1.5 points per $1 spent # and enjoy no annual Card or Rewards fees until 31 December 2009+ (Please note this offer has now rolled over and will continue until further notice, pending meetings with the ASA and Diners Club).

The ASA Diners Club Card offers unique benefits designed to meet your personal and practice needs. There’s access to the award-winning Diners Club Rewards Program, no preset spending limit^ and a host of other features.

Also, every time you use your card you’ll be supporting the ASA in providing valuable Member services.

For more information on ASA Diners Club Cards.

Apply for an ASA Diners Club Personal Card.

Apply for an ASA Diners Club Business Card.

# The special rate of 1.5 Diners Club Reward points was to end on the 31 December 2009 however it will roll over and continue until futher notice pending dicussions with the ASA and Diners Club. If the special rate does end then Diners Club Reward points are earned at the rate of 1 point for every AU$1 spent. Diners Club Reward points are earned, allocated, redeemed, forfeited or cancelled by Rewards Members in accordance with the Diners Club Rewards Terms and Conditions. For a copy call 1300 360 060 or visit www.dinersclub.com.au

+ The annual fee will be waived for the first year, then revert to $95 from your fee charge anniversary date

^Transaction authorisation may require proof of sufficient resources

Click here for more information

Discounted Commission-Free Financial Planning Advice

ProSolution Private Clients has partnered with the ASA to offer its members an exclusive discount of 10% off our professional fees.

ProSolution Private Clients is a commission-free, fee-for-service financial planning practice that specialises in developing financial plans for Australian anaesthetists. Our holistic advice covers many financial areas including tax-effective income structures, asset protection strategies, estate planning, risk insurances, investments in direct residential property and select ‘passive style’ share market investments (e.g. index funds) and much more. Our Insurance Risk Review may be of particular interest to anaesthetists. This involves reviewing key insurances such as life and income protection insurance to ensure the policy coverage (specific to your occupation) is as tight as it can be. Our insurance premiums are often 20% to 30% per annum lower because we don’t take a commission. For more information about our services, go to: http://www.prosolution.com.au/ASA

Westpac EFTPOS Offer

This offer is exclusive to ASA members only. You must remain a member to enjoy this ongoing discounted merchant package. When you switch to Westpac for EFTPOS receive a merchant fee of 1.38%. Click on the attached form for more details….

Click here for more information and to download application form

Discounted QANTAS Club Membership

FCm Travel Solutions (FCm) offer a reduced membership fee for ASA members, their families, ASA staff and their families who would like to join the Qantas Club. 

It is $230 to join and a $300 annual membership fee per calendar year ending 31 May or $530 for two years.  This annual membership fee is pro rata (e.g. if you join in November of any year you only pay half the annual membership fee).  Normal individual membership is $685 if you contact Qantas directly.   

Visit the Qantas website www.qantas.com.au to view the many benefits available to Qantas Club members. 

If you would like to partake in this offer please contact one of the corporate travel agents at FCm and identify yourself as an ASA member to join.

FCm Travel Solutions
Phone: 03 8629 0686
Toll Free: 1300 551 444

MediTrust

MediTrust - Supporting and assisting Australian anaesthetists with Informed Financial Consent management.

MediTrust facilitates and manages Informed Financial Consent on behalf of anaesthetists. 

MediTrust’s innovative technology is simple and time efficient for you and your patients, and is entirely adaptable to your practice.  

All ASA members receive a free three month MediTrust trial and 5% discount off MediTrust membership fees.   

Click here to learn how MediTrust can support your practice (or group).

Volkswagen Corporate Program

We are pleased to announce that ASA is now part of the Volkswagen Corporate Program. All ASA members who either purchase or lease a new Volkswagen are eligible for a number of benefits such as:

• Applicable corporate discount from retail price of vehicle
• Reduced dealer delivery charges
• Volkswagen roadside assist for the team of the new car warranty
• Courtesy vehicle when servicing at no charge from South Yarra Volkswagen
• Preferential servicing and parts discounts from South Yarra Volkswagen

This is a national program available at any Volkswagen dealership, to be eligible for these benefits simply mentioned that you are an ASA member to obtain a corporate rate quote.

Once you are ready to purchase, you'll need to contact the ASA obtain a letter to confirm you are an ASA member.

Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney

For ASA Members and their family members Only!

This award winning 5 Star luxury CBD boutique hotel combines space, style and warmth to provide the ultimate ambience for business travel or holiday pleasure. They are now offering corporate rates to ASA Members and family, starting from $200 per night (for a Deluxe King or Deluxe Twin room).

For a list of the current corporate rates available please click here.
For more information please go to their website at www.amorahotels.com

Somerset Serviced Residences - Melbourne & Darling Harbour Sydney

For ASA Members and their family members Only!

These spacious residences are designed to accommodate the individual and family. You can have the style of a hotel and the freedom of an apartment with the Central Business District located conveniently outside the front doors. They are now offering corporate rates to ASA Members and family.

For a list of the current corporate rates available please click here.

For more information please go to their website.

ASA Wine Society

We are pleased to announce a new member benefit, the "ASA Wine Society". The ASA Wine Society e-newsletter is brought to you by Auscellardoor; a leading, premium on-line wine retailer. Auscellardoor will be offering members special wine offers on a regular basis along with the opportunity to attend member wine events.

These specials will be promoted on the website and in every issue of the e-news, avilable here.