University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine
Higher EducationNevada, United States501-1000 Employees
Based in Reno, Nevada, the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine operates within the higher education sector as a medical school. It positions itself as community-based and research-intensive with a statewide vision for Northern Nevada and beyond, supported by more than five decades of medical education. Its mission centers on improving the health and well-being of Nevadans and their communities through strong education and training, effective patient care, safety and innovation, and research with local, national, and global reach, all within a culture of respect and inclusion. Its primary stakeholders are Nevada students, medical trainees, and the broader public whose health is affected by clinical care and research outcomes. The school aims to address statewide health needs by educating physicians and other health professionals and by advancing clinical services and research that can benefit communities locally and beyond. In 2025, media coverage noted efforts to expand medical training focused on rural health, tribal health, and care for Reno's homeless population, reflecting an emphasis on underserved communities.