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Trauma & Emergency Care
The Region’s Leader in Emergency Care and Trauma Services If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please call 911.
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Movement Disorders Program
Movement Disorders Program The Movement Disorders Program evaluates, diagnoses, and treats all movement disorders including: Tremors Parkinson’s disease Dystonia Restless leg syndrome Huntington’s disease or chorea Dr. Christopher Way is a movement disorders specialist that performs deep brain stimulation programming for Parkinson’s disease and essential tremor and performs botulinum toxin injections for dystonia. Dr. Way is the principal investigator of the PROSEEK study at Renown. PROSEEK is a drug trial that is studying a c-Abl inhibitor developed by SUN pharmaceuticals that has shown promise in slowing the progression of Parkinson’s disease. To be a candidate for the study, one must fulfill at least the following criteria: Age > 50 years Diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease within the last 3 years Not on medication for treatment of Parkinson’s disease aside from monoamine oxidase B (MAOB) inhibitors. If you fulfill the above criteria and wish to receive more information about the study, please fill out this form.
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Renown Children's Oncology & Hematology
Renown Health is the only pediatric cancer and hematology program in northern Nevada. We provide inpatient chemotherapy and outpatient infusion services on-site, as well as consultations and management for non-malignant hematologic conditions. As a member of Children’s Oncology Group, Renown is proud to offer our youngest patients quality care close to home. This membership gives local pediatric cancer patients access to the world’s largest organization devoted exclusively to childhood cancer and most leading-edge treatments.
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Six Steps of ER Care for Children
Navigating the Children's ER: A Parent's Guide The Renown Children's Hospital ER in Reno-Tahoe, open 24/7 and equipped with pediatric specialists, child-sized equipment, and family-centered care, is the region's first dedicated facility for children's emergencies. Understanding the critical need for prompt, exceptional care, the hospital ensures swift attention post-check-in. If you’re heading to the Renown Children’s Emergency Room, enter 1155 Mill St, Reno, NV, in your navigation system. Once you arrive, you can either temporarily park right outside the ER entrance or in the Mill Street parking garage and follow the signs to Renown Children’s ER. Children's ER Campus Map
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Women's Heart Center
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in women. According to the American Heart Association, heart disease kills more women than all forms of cancer combined and yet only 44% of women recognize that cardiovascular disease is their greatest health threat. Recognizing the urgent need for women's cardiac care, Renown Health established the Helaine Greenberg Women's Heart Center, the first of its kind in Nevada.
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Heart Care
We lead the region in cardiology care with our technological expertise and patient-centered approach. Our comprehensive team diagnoses heart disease and other cardiac conditions, offering personalized treatment plans. Plus, our specialty team provides you access to the most advanced medical, surgical and minimally invasive techniques.
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Car Seat Safety
Keeping Your Children Safe The Point of Impact Car Seat Inspection and Installation program offers checkpoints throughout the region. Renown Health is proud to partner with REMSA Health to assure the safety of our community. Nevada State Requirements Nevada state law requires those children less than 6 years of age and weighing 60 pounds or less to be secured in an appropriate child restraint system while being transported in a motor vehicle.
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Epilepsy Program
Renown’s epilepsy program is recognized by the National Association of Epilepsy Centers, and is the only Level III epilepsy center in northern Nevada. The Epilepsy Program offers the latest treatments for diagnosing and treating epilepsy. The program’s goal is to prevent seizures and enable patients to lead typical, active lives. We provide advanced video brain wave (EEG) testing by skilled, registered technologists. This testing is safe, painless, and determines if there is any irregular electrical brain activity, which may cause seizures. Our comprehensive epilepsy program also specializes in: Consultation for epilepsy and EEG monitoring Pregnancy planning and monitoring for women with epilepsy Episodic loss of awareness in the elderly Driving privilege requirements Education for those living with seizures
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Pediatric Injury Prevention
Helping Kids Be Kids, Safely Preventable injuries are the leading cause of death among children in the United States. Renown Children’s Hospital, serving as the sole pediatric trauma center in the region, proudly collaborates with local and national organizations to address this concerning statistic. Together, we strive to educate and empower caregivers and our community on strategies to ensure children's safety and prevent injuries. Renown Children’s Hospital proudly leads Safe Kids Washoe County, which is part of a global injury prevention organization with the mission of preventing childhood injuries. This mission is accomplished through collaboration and the implementation of community programs aimed at reducing injuries by educating both caregivers and children, creating safe environments, conducting research, and advocating for child safety legislation.
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Surgical Services
Renown Surgical Services is with you every step of the way, providing the support, guidance and information you need throughout the entire surgical process — from preparation to recovery. Whether you need same-day surgery or an advanced procedure, our team helps you find the option that provides the best possible outcome. Need help with your pre-admitting appointment or a price estimate? Call 775-982-3993. Preparing for Your Procedure Now that you have your surgery scheduled, let’s help get you ready for your pre-admitting appointment. The following checklist provides steps for you to follow from the time it’s determined you need surgery. The checklist covers: How to prepare 1-28 days before your procedure How to prepare the night before your procedure How to prepare the day of your procedure How to take care of yourself after your procedure View the Checklist (English) Ver en Español
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TeleHealth
Renown TeleHealth is improving the health of everyone – even our most distant neighbors. That’s why we’re leading the region in using video conferencing technology to give you the best care possible – no matter where you are. Be it an emergency, an ongoing condition, or even the need for convenient health and wellness education and support, we are always just a connection away. Renown TeleHealth is telemedicine that gives you access to top-level care and better outcomes with less stress and fewer travel costs.
