First UNLV Innovation Building Breaks Ground Gardner Company, the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) and the UNLV Research Foundation has begun construction on the first building of the UNLV Harry Reid Research and Technology Park. Part of a 122-acre, master planned campus, this first building will be four-stories and 110,000 square feet. This research, technology and … [Read more...] about Around the State: August 2018
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Hope and Help for the Aching Back
Las Vegas – An exciting chiropractic technique called Chiropractic BioPhysics can permanently fix neck and lower back pain and relieve many of the symptoms that come with it. The medical term for pain from degenerative conditions of the spine is spondylosis. Most often, the term refers to osteoarthritis of the spine, but it is also commonly used to describe other types of … [Read more...] about Hope and Help for the Aching Back
New Effort to Address Opioid Addiction Launches in Nevada
Broad coalition of state leaders join together to combat growing crisis A coalition of community leaders and organizations, health care stakeholders and business representatives announced the formation of the Rx Abuse Leadership Initiative (RALI) of Nevada to address opioid misuse and addiction across the state. “Combatting this crisis requires a broad-based and … [Read more...] about New Effort to Address Opioid Addiction Launches in Nevada
SR Construction Builds Emergency Room on Las Vegas Strip
New emergency room will allow for quick medical care in state-of-the-art facility SR Construction recently attended the Open House Celebration of the Elite Medical Center. As the only hospital and emergency room on the Vegas Strip, the Elite Medical Center will provide full emergency medical services in a state-of-the-art facility to the Strip and surrounding areas. "This … [Read more...] about SR Construction Builds Emergency Room on Las Vegas Strip
Healthcare Check-Up: Nevada’s Hospitals
Nevada’s population is growing as new businesses locate in the state, and existing businesses expand. As the population increases, it’s also shifting. Along with the rest of the nation, the state’s population is aging. At the same time, with the addition of new and startup businesses, millennials are locating within the state. To meet the different needs of varying … [Read more...] about Healthcare Check-Up: Nevada’s Hospitals
SelectHealth and P3 Health Partners Announce Alliance in Clark County, Nevada
SelectHealth, a Salt Lake City-based not-for-profit wholly owned health plan subsidiary of Intermountain Healthcare, recently announced an alliance with P3 Health Partners. This new alliance allows SelectHealth and P3 to offer expanded Medicare Advantage services through a shared commitment to personalized care and superior service. The SelectHealth and P3 Health Partners … [Read more...] about SelectHealth and P3 Health Partners Announce Alliance in Clark County, Nevada
Southern Hills Hospital & Medical Center Now Offers Mako Advanced Robotic-Arm Assisted Joint Replacement Procedure
LAS VEGAS – Southern Hills Hospital & Medical Center is excited to announce its new Mako advanced robotic-arm assisted total knee, partial knee and total hip replacement program. This highly advanced robotic technology transforms the way joint replacement surgery is performed, enabling surgeons to increase accuracy. The first procedure was performed at the hospital by Roger … [Read more...] about Southern Hills Hospital & Medical Center Now Offers Mako Advanced Robotic-Arm Assisted Joint Replacement Procedure
Nevada’s Safety Consultation and Training Section is Offering Free Workplace Safety and Health Training Courses in Elko
Elko – During the month of June, the Safety Consultation and Training Section (SCATS) of the State of Nevada’s Division of Industrial Relations is offering a wide range of free Workplace Safety and Health Training Courses in Elko. The course offerings include Workplace Violence Awareness, Electrical Hazards, Self-Inspections: 12 Weeks to a Safer Workplace, Hazard Communications … [Read more...] about Nevada’s Safety Consultation and Training Section is Offering Free Workplace Safety and Health Training Courses in Elko
Cure 4 the Kids Foundation and Roseman University of Health Sciences Announce Partnership
Cure 4 The Kids Foundation to Become Independent Division of Roseman University LAS VEGAS – Two local nonprofit organizations, Cure 4 The Kids Foundation and Roseman University of Health Sciences, have formally agreed to a partnership to create a one-of-a-kind collaboration in the State of Nevada. Effective June 1, 2018, Cure 4 The Kids Foundation will become an independent … [Read more...] about Cure 4 the Kids Foundation and Roseman University of Health Sciences Announce Partnership
Around the State: June 2018
Investments for the State of Nevada Post Strong Returns According to the state treasurer, investment returns for the state’s general portfolio have quadrupled since 2015. In addition, the local government investment pool (LGIP) returns are up nearly 20 times as much as they were in fiscal year 2015. As of the end of March, the general portfolio returned nearly $24 million to … [Read more...] about Around the State: June 2018
Southwest Medical Associates Adds Three New Health Care Providers
LAS VEGAS - Southwest Medical Associates, part of OptumCare has added three new health care providers to help meet the growing need for health services in the Las Vegas community: Nyla Abbey, PA-C joins Southwest Medical's Summerlin Health Care Center (10105 Banburry Cross Dr.) and specializes in adult medicine. Abbey completed her medical training at Touro … [Read more...] about Southwest Medical Associates Adds Three New Health Care Providers
Bank of Nevada’s Healthcare Team Ready to Serve Southern Nevada’s Growing Healthcare Industry
LAS VEGAS - Southern Nevada’s healthcare industry will experience double-digit growth by the year 2024, adding thousands of jobs at local hospitals, physician offices, medical groups and related businesses. Long-term projections made by the State of Nevada show the need for healthcare practitioners, support staff and related technical occupations will add nearly 25,000 jobs … [Read more...] about Bank of Nevada’s Healthcare Team Ready to Serve Southern Nevada’s Growing Healthcare Industry
Urology Specialists of Nevada Welcomes Scott Slavis, MD
LAS VEGAS - Urology Specialists of Nevada announces the arrival of Scott Slavis, M.D. as its newest urologist. Scott Slavis, M.D. is a board-certified urologist who has been practicing in Las Vegas for nearly thirty years, most recently with Cleveland Clinic. "Dr. Slavis' dedication to health care in Southern Nevada makes him a great addition to our practice," said Dr. … [Read more...] about Urology Specialists of Nevada Welcomes Scott Slavis, MD
Reno Physician to Testify Before New York Legislature on Assisted Suicide
Nevada Medical Professor Argues Against Current Trend New York - T. Brian Callister, M.D. of Reno, Nevada, will testify this morning before a New York State Assembly health committee in New York City regarding his opposition to physician-assisted suicide and euthanasia. Callister is an internationally recognized expert on care transitions and end-of-life care. He has … [Read more...] about Reno Physician to Testify Before New York Legislature on Assisted Suicide
REMSA to Host Free Bleeding Control Class for the Community with Kindred at Home
RENO – The Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority (REMSA) will host a free bleeding control class, Stop the Bleed, at Kindred at Home on Saturday, May 5 from 1-4 p.m. Open to the community, the Bleeding Control for the Injured (B-Con) course educates community members on how to perform immediate and basic lifesaving interventions prior to receiving definitive medical … [Read more...] about REMSA to Host Free Bleeding Control Class for the Community with Kindred at Home