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Wishing you a fang-tastic Halloween from Renown Health! 🧛👻💜 #HappyHalloween 

As reported in a study in the Journal of the American Medical Association, even though genetics can be a significant factor in up to 10% of breast and ovarian cancer occurrences, many don’t know they carry these genetic markers. So, what does this mean for you and your provider? Dr. Joseph Grzymski, Chief Genomics Officer at Renown Health, tells us more with ForbesWomen editor Maggie McGrath: https://lnkd.in/gu2k7k_W #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth 

Did you know that according to the U.S. Census Bureau, nearly 1 in 5 people across the country identify as Hispanic or Latino – yet less than 7% of physicians in the U.S. identified as Hispanic or Latino? Patients who represent this community are leading the charge for more representation in medicine, advocating for more physicians who share their culture. Dr. Jose Cucalon Calderon, pediatrician at Renown Children’s Hospital and American Academy of Pediatrics fellow, is one of those physicians playing a large role in this effort. Learn more from Healthcare Brew: https://lnkd.in/eKSeDqwM 

One of the most critical steps for a woman’s overall well-being is taking care of their breast health. Colleen O'Kelly Priddy, MD FACS, Breast Surgical Oncologist at Renown Health, discusses the importance of mammograms with KRNV News 4 Reno. #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth

As we celebrate our state’s rich history, we at Renown want to take a moment to honor the resilient spirit of Nevada. No matter how you celebrate, we are proud to serve you with compassionate care. Together, let’s strive for a healthier Nevada, one act of care at a time! #NevadaDayObserved 

Happy #MedicalAssistantsRecognitionWeek! The team at Renown Medical Group - Los Altos North pulled out all the stops to celebrate MA Week with an exciting lineup of themed dress-up days (such as "101 Dalmatians Day" as you'll see below), interactive games and a pumpkin carving contest. Our hardworking MAs were at the heart of the fun, enjoying some well-deserved recognition for their dedication and teamwork. Show some love for our MAs in the comments below!

It's an annual birthday tradition! Jay Kenny, owner of Doughboys Donuts and realtor with Dickson Real Estate, happily donates toys to our youngest patients on his birthday every year. Yesterday, Jay and his wife Jennifer stopped by Renown Children's Hospital with toys stacked several feet high. Thank you, Jay and Jennifer, for being longtime supporters of our hospital and our kiddos! We can't wait to see our patients enjoy the many toys you generously donated.

Cancer changes everything. It takes, it challenges, and it reshapes lives forever. For Yvonne Murphy, a cancer survivor and development officer at Renown Health, the experience has been profoundly transformative.    Recently, Yvonne and her husband, Murray Mackenzie, made a heartfelt donation of $10,000 to support the Conrad Breast Center at the William N. Pennington Cancer Institute—a gift inspired by her own battle and in honor of those who have faced this disease. Discover her story: 

Do you work within the trauma, critical care or emergency medicine space? Mark your calendars for the Northern Nevada Trauma Symposium on Monday, Nov. 18! Hosted by Renown Health and the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine, this year’s CME-eligible symposium will feature speakers, case studies and an interactive Jeopardy-style game led by experts in trauma and emergency medicine. Registration is due by Nov. 13, 2024. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gKKshefJ

Renown Health is proud to introduce the Renown Transplant Institute®, the first-ever kidney transplant program in northern Nevada.    Kidneys are the most sought-after organ for transplantation. UNOS (United Network for Organ Sharing) reports that there are 89,101 people on the national kidney transplant waitlist. Renown’s world-class team of medical experts have joined together with thousands of organ and tissue donors, financial donors and hundreds of Nevada residents currently on the kidney transplant waiting list to bring essential services, hope and life-saving treatment to people with end-stage kidney disease.    Celebrate with us and learn more about our program leaders, transplant surgeon Dr. Ernesto Molmenti (https://bit.ly/3U5c2Ka) and transplant nephrologist Dr. Narisorn Atsave-Svate (https://bit.ly/3U40Qxu).