Renown Health is delighted to announce the promotion of Dr. Harry Menon to Section Chief of Oncology for the William N. Pennington Cancer Institute at Renown Health, effective immediately. Dr. Menon has been a dedicated Hematology/Oncology Physician since August 2021 and has also been serving as an Assistant Professor of Clinical Internal Medicine at the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine. In this leadership role, Dr. Menon will oversee clinical programs, advance cancer research and innovation, and guide a multi-disciplinary team dedicated to providing exceptional care for patients and families across northern Nevada.
Dr. Menon brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new role. He completed his fellowship in Hematology & Oncology at Pennsylvania State University Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, where he also served as Chief Fellow. Prior to that he completed a residency in Internal Medicine at Inspira Health Network in New Jersey, where he also served as Chief Resident. His academic study includes a D.O. from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, an M.P.H. from Boston University with a concentration in Epidemiology, Health Policy & Management, and a B.S. from Pennsylvania State University in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
Dr. Menon has made significant contributions to the field through his research and publications. He has authored multiple peer-reviewed articles on topics including cancer therapy, COVID-19 impact on patients with cancer, and biomarkers in cancer. His research interests include ctDNA assays, electronic patient-reported outcomes development and public health projects addressing cancer in unhoused populations. His work has been published in prestigious journals such as JAMA Network Open and Annals of Oncology. He has also presented at numerous conferences, including the ASCO Annual Meeting and the American Society of Hematology Annual Meeting. Dr. Menon is board-certified in Hematology, Medical Oncology and Internal Medicine.
Expanding Cancer Care and Research in Nevada
As Section Chief, Dr. Menon will collaborate with colleagues across Renown Heath and the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine to expand access to advanced cancer therapies, clinical trials, and supportive care service, ensuring that patients receive the highest-quality care close to home.
Dr. Menon’s office is located within Renown Hematology/Oncology at 75 Pringle Way, Ste 801 in Reno, NV. People interested in scheduling an appointment with Dr. Menon can call Renown’s oncology scheduling line at 775-982-4000.
About Renown Health
Renown Health is the region’s largest, locally governed, not-for-profit integrated academic health care network serving Nevada, Lake Tahoe and northeast California. With a diverse workforce of more than 8,000 employees, Renown has fostered a longstanding culture of excellence, determination and innovation. The organization comprises a trauma center, two acute care hospitals, a children’s hospital, a rehabilitation hospital, a medical group and urgent care network, and the locally owned not-for-profit insurance company, Hometown Health. To join the Renown Health team,visit renown.org/careers.
Renown Health Expands Leadership Role of Chris Nicholas to Include System COO
Renown Health announced that effective Jan. 1, 2026, Chris Nicholas, MHA, FACHE, current CEO of Renown Regional Medical Center, will be expanding his responsibilities to also become the Chief Operating Officer for Renown Health. In this dual capacity, Mr. Nicholas will manage critical aspects of Renown Health strategic plan implementation, including overseeing the health system’s Transformation Management Office and Master Facility Plan, and leading the Accelerating Care Transformation (ACT) team to coordinate system-wide performance improvement efforts and ensure long-term sustainability.
Renown Health Recognized as Best Hospital for Maternity Care
U.S. News & World Report, the global authority on hospital rankings and consumer advice, has named Renown Health as both a 2026 High-Performing hospital for Maternity Care and a Maternity Care Access Hospital. These dual designations underscore Renown Health’s leadership in advancing exceptional and equitable maternal health services.
Ratings are intended to help expectant parents, in consultation with their prenatal care providers, make informed decisions about where to receive safe and effective maternity care. In 2026, 495 top hospitals for Maternity care have been recognized as High Performing across the U.S. Renown Regional Medical Center is the only hospital earning this designation in the northern Nevada region. Four hospitals in Las Vegas also earned honors.
The 2026 hospital ratings for Maternity and Perinatal Care review hospitals providing high-quality labor & delivery services for uncomplicated pregnancies. U.S. News evaluates how well hospitals perform in childbirth using C-section rates, newborn severe complication rates, routine vaginal birth after cesarean delivery (VBAC) rates, episiotomy rates, best practices to support breast milk feeding, whether a hospital meets federal criteria for "birthing-friendly" practices, and whether a hospital tracked and reported disparities in outcomes. In terms of quality, these hospitals also demonstrated performance above the lowest normalized values for severe unexpected newborn complications, C-sections or episiotomy rates. Read more about the methodology here.
“Providing the highest level of maternity and infant care is essential to the health and strength of our region,” stated Brian Erling, MD, MBA, President and CEO of Renown Health. “High-quality maternity care leads to safer pregnancies, fewer complications, and better long-term outcomes for both mother and child. Early, expert care reduces risks such as preterm birth, low birth weight babies and complications. Local access ensures timely intervention when seconds matter. Communities with strong maternal care programs see benefits in education, economic stability and public health. We are proud that all parents, regardless of their background or resources, can receive safe, compassionate, evidence-based care, close to home. We at Renown are very proud of this recognition, and to be able to support families during one of life’s most precious moments.”
“Receiving the Best Hospital for Maternity Care designation is an incredible honor for our entire team and reflects our commitment to delivering outstanding care for every mother and baby,” said James M. Alexander, MD, chair of the department of obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR Med) and Renown Health, As northern Nevada’s academic teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine, we are proud to train the next generation of obstetrics leaders while advancing the highest standards of care for our community.”
Renown Health Now Provides Confidential Mental Health Services for Healthcare Professionals and First Responders
"Code Phoenix” establishes a protected pathway for short-term mental health stabilization for healthcare professionals, law enforcement officers, EMS personnel, and firefighters, delivered in a supportive environment built for the unique realities of their work.
