DRAFT FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 27, 2012 CONTACT: Lesley Pittman President Sierra Strategies 775-787-8436 (office) 702-524-5054 (mobile) Lesley@sierrastrategies.net Nevada State Society of Anesthesiologists Retains Sierra Strategies Reno, NV--Sierra Strategies announced today it has been retained by the Nevada State Society of Anesthesiologists (NSSA) to represent its members’ public policy interests in Nevada. “As policy makers discuss making significant changes in our health care delivery system, our members recognize the necessity of being at the table as policies are developed. “We are confident in Sierra Strategies’ ability to represent our members’ interests and those of our patients in maintaining accessibility, affordability and preserving patient safety,” said Brett Winthrop MD, NSSA President. The Nevada State Society of Anesthesiologists is a physician organization dedicated to promoting the highest standards of the medical subspecialty of anesthesiology and to serving as an advocate for anesthesiologists and their patients. Sierra Strategies specializes in assisting Nevada companies, governmental entities, nonprofits and individuals achieve their business and public policy goals through the design and implementation of effective advocacy and communication strategies. ### Desk 775-787-8436 Fax 775-787-8536 Mobile 702-524-5054 4032 Clover Creek Court Reno, NV 89519