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The University of Nevada School of Medicine is a research-intensive, community-based medical school.
Learn MoreThe University of Nevada School of Medicine is a research-intensive, community-based medical school.
Learn MoreThe University of Nevada School of Medicine offers some of the best doctors and surgeons in Nevada.
Find a DoctorWe offer more than 40 health care specialties.
ServicesThe Department of Family and Community Medicine at the University of Nevada School of Medicine, Reno is committed to providing an environment that supports outstanding patient care; such that our employees would want to refer their friends and family here for medical care. In order to achieve this goal, we strive for excellence in resident and student education, fiscal responsibility, and an appreciation of the ultimate worth and dignity of every employee and patient.
The Family Medicine Residency in Reno is a full-scope, fully accredited program in the Department of Family and Community Medicine. Graduates practice in a variety of settings; from rural to urban, solo family medicine to large groups, traditional family medicine to hospitalists and emergency departments.
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Last Updated: February 13th, 2012
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