ASA Refresher Courses 2009 provides nineteen loose-leaf peer-reviewed articles developed from lectures on topics of current clinical interest that are selected from regional and national ASA Refresher Course lectures—a core resource among the American Society of Anesthesiologists' (ASA) educational offerings. This publication offers ASA members continuing professional development as it includes up-to-date facts, and scientific and clinical data. ASA Refresher Courses 2009 is a valuable tool for veteran anesthesiologists as well as residents and new practitioners alike, to keep on top of the latest developments in this field.