UNR Receives Gift for New Life Sciences Building Robert M. Davidson has made a transformational $30 million gift to the University of Nevada, Reno to support the new Life Sciences Building, advancing life sciences education, research, and workforce development in Nevada. The Life Sciences Building will be constructed at the south end of campus near the Tulloch Business … [Read more...] about Around the State
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Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners Adds Genetic Counselors to Licensure
RENO, NV - The Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners (Board), the agency charged with regulating various medical professionals, has added genetic counselors to its list of licensed professions. The Nevada Legislature approved the new health care licensing category beginning Jan. 1, 2026, during the 2025 legislative session. Genetic counselors use their advanced training in … [Read more...] about Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners Adds Genetic Counselors to Licensure
Medical License Count Rises in Nevada; Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners Credits Streamlined Protocols
The number of medical licenses issued in Nevada continued rising from 2023 to 2024, which the Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners (Board) attributed to improved protocols and the growth of quality health care statewide. Year-end 2024 Board data shows the Silver State issued 2,002 unrestricted medical licenses in 2024, up 19% from 1687 a year earlier. The average … [Read more...] about Medical License Count Rises in Nevada; Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners Credits Streamlined Protocols
Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners Revokes Physician’s License Over Misconduct Allegations
RENO, NV — A Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners investigative committee on Oct. 16, 2024, suspended Las Vegas psychiatrist Dr. Hisbay Ali’s medical license because of misconduct allegations. The board received complaints that Ali initiated a sexual relationship with a patient, prescribed controlled substances illegally and failed to disclose a criminal history that … [Read more...] about Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners Revokes Physician’s License Over Misconduct Allegations
Around the StateMay 2024
Advanced Manufacturing Technology Center Launched Panasonic Energy, in partnership with Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC), has launched the Advanced Manufacturing Technology Center in Reno. The center aims to foster innovation and education in manufacturing with a commitment toward advancing STEM education and technology. Outfitted with state-of-the-art equipment, the … [Read more...] about Around the State
Industry Focus: Healthcare
The healthcare industry continues to experience unprecedented change. With various requirements of the Affordable Healthcare Act coming online, the next few years will be a game-changer for the industry. Recently, executives representing healthcare in Nevada met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss these changes and the future of healthcare in the Silver … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Healthcare