{"id":121002,"date":"2025-04-01T11:02:15","date_gmt":"2025-04-01T16:02:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.unmc.edu\/newsroom\/?p=121002"},"modified":"2025-04-01T11:02:17","modified_gmt":"2025-04-01T16:02:17","slug":"new-resident-spotlight-garrett-dee","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.unmc.edu\/newsroom\/2025\/04\/01\/new-resident-spotlight-garrett-dee\/","title":{"rendered":"New resident spotlight: Garrett Dee"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Garrett Dee is a new resident physician joining the UNMC Department of Anesthesiology in July 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Medical School: <\/strong>Rocky Vista University <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why did you choose the medical field? <\/strong>My passion for medicine began with watching my father, an internal medicine physician, interact and heal those around me. This passion was further solidified when I experienced a labral tear in my shoulder from gymnastics. With the help of a skilled surgical team and extensive physical therapy, I was able to return to the sport that I loved. From this I experienced first-hand the comfort that the anesthesiologist can bring to those with a potentially life- or career-altering diagnosis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What made you choose anesthesiology?<\/strong> I was first introduced to anesthesia through my older brother, an anesthesiologist, and after completing a rotation in anesthesia I found myself captivated by the field. I was drawn to the dynamic interplay between pharamcology and physiology, as well as the ability to make immediate, meaningful impacts on patient care. The real-time decision making and hands-on nature of anesthesia solidified my desire to pursue a career in the field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

List three accomplishments you are proud of:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n