WHEREAS, Physician anesthesiologists are guardians of patient safety in health care - in the operating room, in the delivery room, in the intensive care unit, in pain management clinics, and at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) protecting our nation's Veterans; and

WHEREAS, The 12 to 14 years of education and 12,000 to 16,000 hours of training physician anesthesiologists receive prepare them to navigate life-and-death moments and help ensure patients receive the highest-quality care; and

WHEREAS, Physician anesthesiologists play a critical role in keeping patients safe, whether managing a crisis during surgery or labor and delivery, providing pain management, or caring for our Veterans who are among the most vulnerable patients often suffering from medical conditions associated with their military service; and

WHEREAS, Physician anesthesiologists are recognized leaders who are committed to safe and high-quality patient care, educating patients on anesthesia safety and reducing risks of complications before, during, and after surgery; and

WHEREAS, There are less than 400 active practicing physician anesthesiologists in Nevada and the numbers are decreasing as opposed to increasing; and

WHEREAS, Annually in the United States, more than 100 million operations and procedures are performed with anesthesia;

WHEREAS, during surgeries and procedures in the Silver State when seconds count, physician anesthesiologists have the highest degree of training to respond to emergencies and ensure the best patient outcomes; and

WHEREAS, the residents of the great state of Nevada owe physician anesthesiologists a debt of gratitude for their tireless commitment and incredible service;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOE LOMBARDO, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF NEVADA, do hereby proclaim the week January 29, 2023 through February 4, 2023 as

PHYSICIAN ANESTHESIOLOGISTS WEEK IN NEVADA