ASA President Dr. Jerry Cohen "Pleased" by Release of GAO Drug Shortage Report
The American Society of Anesthesiologists recently responded to a long-awaited report on nationwide drug shortages affecting patient care, according to an ASA release.
ASA President Jerry Cohen, MD, offered the following remarks about the report:
"ASA was pleased by the release of the GAO Drug Shortages report and appreciated the opportunity to participate as an expert resource in the production of the report. As anesthesiologists continue to confront unprecedented drug shortages across the country, ASA is proud of our efforts in coordination with members of the Drug Shortage Summit to successfully elevate this critical issue in both Congress and the Administration. We look forward to thoroughly reviewing the GAO report and its recommendations."
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