Who We Are
We are Rockford Anesthesiologists Associated
In 1962, three local physicians seeking to improve their anesthesiology practices founded Rockford Anesthesiologists Associated, LLC (RAA). For over 50 years, RAA has experienced steady growth and now employs a large group of Anesthesiologists and Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs).
All RAA Physicians are Board-Certified or candidates for certification. Physicians are also required to be certified by the American Board of Anesthesiologists before becoming members of RAA. The strict membership criteria allows RAA to provide the highest level of care in the areas of anesthesia services, chronic and acute pain management and critical care.
Licensed CRNAs are Advanced Practice Nurses, highly skilled in critical care, who work with RAA Anesthesiologists to complete the anesthesia care team.
Serving the greater Rockford and Northern Illinois region, the Physicians and CRNAs of Rockford Anesthesiologists Associated, LLC practice and enjoy staff privileges at Rockford Ambulatory Surgery Center, SwedishAmerican Hospital, FHN Memorial Hospital (Freeport), KSB Hospital (Dixon) and Rochelle Community Hospital.
Anesthesiology 101
Gain a clear understanding of how anesthesia works before, during and after surgery. Learn the differences between general, regional and local anesthesia, what each type does and how physician anesthesiologists keep you safe and comfortable throughout your procedure.
The Role of the Physician Anesthesiologist
Learn how physician anesthesiologists safeguard your health before, during and after surgery. Understand the critical decisions they make, the advanced monitoring they perform and the life-saving care they provide from pre-operative evaluation through recovery.
The Role of the Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Discover how Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists support safe effective anesthesia care. Learn how CRNAs evaluate patients, administer anesthesia for a wide range of procedures and collaborate closely with physician anesthesiologists to ensure safety, comfort and high-quality outcomes.
Preparing for Anesthesia
Get practical guidance on how to get ready for surgery safely and confidently. Learn what to avoid before your procedure, how to manage medications and what arrangements you need to make for a smooth recovery and safe trip home.
Your Anesthesia Care Team
Meet the experts who guide your care before, during and after surgery. Learn how physician anesthesiologists and certified registered nurse anesthetists work together to evaluate your health, monitor vital functions and deliver safe personalized anesthesia throughout your procedure.
Anesthesia FAQs
Find clear answers to the most common questions about anesthesia, including what happens during your pre-anesthesia visit, how your anesthesiologist determines the right amount of anesthesia, why fasting is required and what to expect before, during and after surgery.