A Conversation With Dr. Sanjay Gupta CNN's multiple Emmy® -award-winning chief medical correspondent and bestselling author discusses lessons learned from the coronavirus pandemic and the role of nature therapy in maintaining our overall health By Kellie May and Vitisia Paynich O n September 20, 2022, Dr. Sanjay Gupta stepped onto the stage in front of an enthusiastic audience of park and recreation professionals to present " World War C: Lessons From the Covid-19 Pandemic and How to Prepare for the Next One, " a talk based on his recently published book. Dr. Gupta served as the opening keynote speaker at the 2022 NRPA Annual Conference in Phoenix, Arizona. " When I was asked to do this particular event, I jumped at the opportunity because first of all, I just think it's good to be back with people as we're starting to see some glimmer of light near the end of this pandemic, " the practicing neurosurgeon and chief medical correspondent for CNN told the audience. " But the other reason I really wanted to be here [was] because I really value the work that you all do, and I value your mission. I think there's an incredible story to tell here. It's such an important one. " Dr. Sanjay Gupta served as the opening keynote speaker at the 2022 NRPA Annual Conference in Phoenix, Arizona. PARK S ANDRECRE AT ION . OR G | J ANUAR Y 2 0 2 3 | Parks & Recreation 35 PHOTOS COURTESY OF CAUGHT IN THE MOMENT PHOTOGRAPHY