This guide has been designed to support SIMGs participating in the ANZCA SIMG program, and contains resources intended to help support the overall experience.
What to expect from the guide
The guide has been structured into three sections.
The first section is composed of two categories (or tabs) and contains some useful information for those just starting the SIMG process:
The second section is comprised of assessment-related resources:
The third section is composed of two main categories (or tabs) covering the SIMG program requirements:
Within each category you will find links to resources and guides containing e-books, journals, articles, podcasts and videos, websites.
The fourth section is comprised of five additional categories (or tabs):
SIMG e-Portfolio
The online portfolio system designed to record assessment experiences by and for SIMGs.
ANZCA SIMG e-Portfolio [college website]
Learn@ANZCA (formerly Networks)
Find out more
To learn more about the SIMG program, see the college page.
SIMG documents
Handbook for Specialist International Medical Graduates
Reg 23 - Recognition as a specialist in anaesthesia or pain medicine; and eligibility for admission
Reg 37 - Training in anaesthesia leading to FANZCA, and accreditation of facilities to deliver this
Anaesthesia Training Program Curriculum
Standards for Anaesthesia 2023 [PILOT]
ANZCA acknowledges the traditional custodians of Country throughout Australia and recognises their unique cultural and spiritual relationships to the land, waters and seas and their rich contribution to society. We pay our respects to ancestors and Elders, past, present, and emerging.
ANZCA acknowledges and respects Māori as the Tangata Whenua of Aotearoa and is committed to upholding the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi, fostering the college’s relationship with Māori, supporting Māori fellows and trainees, and striving to improve the health of Māori.