HR1056: HR1056 Physician Anesthesiologists Week in Georgia at the state capitol; 01/25-31/26; recognize

26 LC 129 0608 House Resolution 1056 By: Representative Au of the 50th A RESOLUTION Recognizing January 25-31, 2026, as Physician Anesthesiologists Week in Georgia at the1 state capitol; and for other purposes.2 WHEREAS, physician anesthesiologists are responsible for patient safety before, during, and3 after surgery, as well as in pain medicine with the expert ability to lead and navigate all vital4 moments of care; and5 WHEREAS, with 12 to 14 years of education, including medical sc hool, and 12,000 to6 16,000 hours of training, physician anesthesiologists possess t he necessary knowledge to7 understand and treat the entire human body; and8 WHEREAS, physician anesthesiologists are made for this moment, playing a critical role in9 keeping patients safe in this state and community, whether managing a crisis during surgery,10 providing pain management during labor, or treating patients with chronic pain; and11 WHEREAS, the Anesthesia Care Team model, led by physician anesthesiologists, is widely12 recognized as the gold standard of care used in all the nation' s top hospitals to protect13 patients; and14 H. R. 1056 - 1 - 26 LC 129 0608 WHEREAS, physician anesthesiologists are recognized leaders who are committed to safe15 and high-quality patient care, educating patients on anesthesia safety and reducing risks of16 complications; and17 WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the dedicated work of these healthcare18 providers be appropriately recognized.19 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that20 the members of this body recognize January 25-31, 2026, as Phys ician Anesthesiologists21 Week in Georgia and commend all physician anesthesiologists for their dedication to the22 health and well-being of the citizens of the State of Georgia.23 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized24 and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution avai lable for distribution to the25 Georgia Society of Anesthesiologists, the public, and the press. 26 H. R. 1056 - 2 -