A message from AAOMS District III Trustee Dr. Debra Sacco:
As you may know, the development of new anesthesia regulations in North Carolina has encountered several obstacles over the past four years and involved the engagement of the entire NCSOMS society. As your District III Trustee and NCOMS member I am pleased to announce a favorable outcome: the adoption of new anesthesia regulations on June 17, which will bolster safety and standards in anesthesia administration.

Notable provisions include limits on moderate sedation agents to manufacturer-recommended dosages, prohibiting moderate sedation permit holders from using such agents for general anesthesia or deep sedation. Permit holders administering sedation must maintain specific equipment in alignment with current AAOMS guidelines and undergo emergency training with their staff at least once every six months. Strengthened adverse event reporting requirements mandate notification to the Board within 72 hours of any patient experiencing permanent brain dysfunction post-anesthesia, alongside the existing obligation to report patient deaths. Additionally, any patient admitted to a hospital within 24 hours after receiving anesthesia must be reported within 30 days.

While largely conforming to AAOMS standards, all NCSOMS members are advised to review the regulations thoroughly to ensure adherence.

Thank you to all of the members who offered their time and support in this effort.
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Debra Sacco, DMD, MD
AAOMS District III Trustee