1. Doctors Are Leaving Nevada: An Urgent Concern

In recent years, Nevada has experienced a troubling trend of doctors leaving the state. The reasons for this exodus are numerous, but one of the primary factors is the prohibitive cost of medical malpractice insurance. Nevada’s physicians, particularly those in high-risk specialties like surgery, obstetrics, and emergency care, face exorbitant premiums that make it difficult to maintain a practice.

 

As a result, many doctors are choosing to move to states with more affordable malpractice insurance, leaving Nevada residents with fewer healthcare options. The shortage of medical professionals translates to longer wait times, reduced access to specialized care, and an overall decline in healthcare quality across the state.