The healthcare industry continues to face challenges involving access to care, physician shortages and coordination between providers in the Silver State. A group of Nevada’s healthcare leaders recently met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss these issues and new opportunities on the horizon for the industry. Connie Brennan, publisher and CEO of Nevada … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Healthcare
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Revitalizing A Medical Pioneer: Noble Studios Introduces the All-New DrWeil.com
Noble Studios recently launched a new, redesigned version of the popular health and wellness website, https://www.drweil.com. Key features of the site include a clean design, a more engaging user experience, and enhanced search and navigation to resources reinforcing the principles of integrative medicine. For more than 25 years, DrWeil.com has been a leading resource for … [Read more...] about Revitalizing A Medical Pioneer: Noble Studios Introduces the All-New DrWeil.com
Around the State: January 2017
Rural Nevada Receives Over $188 Million Investment for FY 2016 The US Department of Agriculture Rural Development (USDA RD) has announced that, for fiscal year 2016, rural Nevada received $188 million in support of housing, community facilities, water systems and businesses. Further, the department announced that a total of $1.35 billion has been obligated statewide since 2009 … [Read more...] about Around the State: January 2017
Desert Hope Treatment Center Announces New Facility Chief Executive Officer
Las Vegas - Desert Hope Treatment Center, an American Addiction Center (AAC) facility, is pleased to announce the appointment of Marc C. Turner, M.S., as its new Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Turner brings more than 30 years of behavioral healthcare experience to his new role within AAC. Previously, Mr. Turner served as CEO for Greenhouse Treatment Center in Dallas, another AAC … [Read more...] about Desert Hope Treatment Center Announces New Facility Chief Executive Officer
Nevada State Bank’s Certified Medical Bankers Receive Specialized Training in Health Care Industry
LAS VEGAS – If seeing a medical specialist is most important when seeking care for a specific illness or health issue, then shouldn’t the same be said of a physician looking for a banker to guide them on financial services? Nevada State Bank thinks so, and recently sent 19 of its private bankers to complete specialized training about the unique financial needs of the health … [Read more...] about Nevada State Bank’s Certified Medical Bankers Receive Specialized Training in Health Care Industry
The Evolution of Medical Education in Nevada
In November, the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) School of Medicine began accepting applications and interviewing students who will start their medical school education in summer 2017. That sounds like good news – and it is – because of Nevada’s severe shortage of physicians. However, it’s only one step by Nevada healthcare professionals to help the state catch up. … [Read more...] about The Evolution of Medical Education in Nevada
Navigating Healthcare
When it comes to the healthcare system in Nevada, three words are key: quality, access and affordability. The new administration and upcoming legislative session will likely sway these key factors in one direction or another. With 2017 nearly upon us, it comes as no surprise that Nevada executives are eager to know how these changes will affect their businesses. The Silver … [Read more...] about Navigating Healthcare
Dr. Timothy Janiga Named a RealSelf “Top Doctor”
Dr. Timothy Janiga was recently named a “Top Doctor” by RealSelf.com, a website dedicated to covering the best in cosmetic treatments, products and clinicians as deemed effective by the people who matter the most – the patients. Since 2006, Real Self has recognized doctors who have achieved the highest patient ratings and favorable feedback on their contributed expertise by … [Read more...] about Dr. Timothy Janiga Named a RealSelf “Top Doctor”
Around the State: October 2016
Nathan Adelson Hospice Acquires Solari Hospice Care The largest non-profit hospice in Nevada, Nathan Adelson Hospice, has finalized the acquisition of Las Vegas Solari Hospice Care, an end-of-life healthcare organization previously owned by HealthCare Partners Nevada, LLC. The acquisition is the result of a long-standing relationship between HealthCare Partners and Nathan … [Read more...] about Around the State: October 2016
Southwest Medical Associates Adds 11 New Health Care Providers
Southwest Medical has added 11 new providers to help meet the growing need for health services in the Las Vegas community: Dr. Wahida Azimi, DO joins Southwest Medical’s Tenaya Health Care Center (2704 N. Tenaya Way) and works as a hospitalist. Azimi completed her medical training at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Pennsylvania and completed her residency at … [Read more...] about Southwest Medical Associates Adds 11 New Health Care Providers
Provenance Healthcare Welcomes Anna Victorine as Genetic Counselor
LAS VEGAS – Provenance Healthcare, a leading genetic evaluation and healthcare provider headquartered in Las Vegas, is proud to announce the addition of Anna Victorine, MS, CGC as their full-time genetic counselor. As genetic counselor, Victorine uses an individual’s unique medical and family history to tailor a customized discussion about risks of genetic disease, genetic … [Read more...] about Provenance Healthcare Welcomes Anna Victorine as Genetic Counselor
Industry Focus: Healthcare
The healthcare industry continues to focus on the challenge of improving quality of care while managing costs. A group of Nevada’s healthcare leaders recently met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss this challenge, as well as new opportunities in the Silver State. Connie Brennan, publisher and CEO of Nevada Business Magazine, served as moderator for the … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Healthcare
Building Healthcare in Southern Nevada with the Clark County Medical Society
Stated right in the vision statement of Clark County Medical Society (CCMS) is the fact that the organization is as much an advocacy and education group for patients as for physicians and professionals working in the healthcare field. Chartered in 1955, CCMS is dedicated to advocating for physicians, patients and community health; to preserving the physician/patient … [Read more...] about Building Healthcare in Southern Nevada with the Clark County Medical Society
Southwest Medical Associates Announces Six New Providers
Southwest Medical has added six providers to help meet the growing need for health services in the Las Vegas community: Estrella Borromeo, APRN joins Southwest Medical’s Tropicana Health Care Center (4835 S. Durango Dr.) and specializes in adult medicine. Borromeo completed her medical training at the Charles Drew University of Medicine and Science in Los Angeles, … [Read more...] about Southwest Medical Associates Announces Six New Providers
Provenance Healthcare Welcomes Billy Tufano as Director of Operations
LAS VEGAS – Provenance Healthcare, a leading genetic counseling, testing and healthcare provider headquartered in Las Vegas, is proud to announce the addition of Billy Tufano as director of operations. “Billy Tufano is a longtime Las Vegan with strong experience in business management and operations,” said Mark Black, president and CEO of Provenance Healthcare. “He carries … [Read more...] about Provenance Healthcare Welcomes Billy Tufano as Director of Operations