Cancer Resources
Cancer Resources at Renown
Renown’s William N. Pennington Cancer Institute is a comprehensive Cancer Care Center that understands the challenges patients face after a cancer diagnosis. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or in treatment, Renown Health offers personal guidance, emotional support and helpful resources to make this journey easier.
Sally de Lipkau Cancer Resource Center
Get Support Now: 775-982-6833
Located on the ground floor of the William N. Pennington Cancer Institute, the Sally de Lipkau Cancer Resource Center offers many support services for you and your family, including:
- Lending library
- Support services information
- Wigs, scarves, breast cancer pillows, blankets, hats and more
Certified Mastectomy Fitter
To make an appointment, contact Rachel Patrick:
775-982-5210 or Rachel.Patrick@renown.org
Private, professional fittings designed for your comfort and dignity. Rachel Patrick's passion is helping you be your best. As a BOC Mastectomy Fitter, Rachel is trained and qualified to measure, fit, dispense, and adjust external breast prostheses, bras, and related supplies.
- Certified mastectomy fitter by appointment
- Breast prosthetics, bras and camisoles available
Some insurances are accepted for fittings. By appointment only.
Cancer Support Services
Speak With a Support Specialist: 775-982-4000
Navigating cancer can be overwhelming. At Renown Health, we offer free support services to help you and your loved ones every step of the way.
What’s Included:
- Personalized Support Team:
Connect with counselors, dietitians, nurse navigators and social workers trained in cancer care. - Emotional & Mental Health Support:
- Referrals to Renown Behavioral Health
- Counseling for depression, anxiety and stress
- Relaxation techniques and coping tools
- Appointments available
- Financial Resource Advocates:
- Help understanding your insurance coverage
- Billing support
- Access to financial aid resources
- Pharmacy Patient Advocate:
- Assistance finding low-cost options
- Help managing out-of-pocket medication costs
All services are provided at no cost.
Nurse Navigation and Support Team
Let's Navigate This Together: 775-982-4400
You’re not alone. Our nurse navigators and support staff guide you every step of the way — from diagnosis to survivorship. All nurse navigation services are free.
Survivorship - Life After Treatment
Call for Help & Guidance: 775-982-4000
At Renown and in collaboration with community partnerships, we offer a variety of resources and specialty care programs focused on improving quality of life after cancer including:
- Cancer Support Groups
- Spiritual Center Activities & Programs
- Smoking Cessation
- Behavioral Health
- Screening & Prevention
- Lymphedema & Physical Therapy
- Thrivorship – After Cancer Care Virtual Workshop