Carson City, NV

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Carson City, Nevada[edit | edit source]

  • Carson City, officially the Consolidated Municipality of Carson City, is an independent city and the capital of the U.S. state of Nevada, named after the mountain man Kit Carson. As of the 2010 census, the population was 55,274. The majority of the city's population lives in Eagle Valley, on the eastern edge of the Carson Range, a branch of the Sierra Nevada, about 30 miles (50 km) south of Reno.

Healthcare in Carson City, NV[edit | edit source]

  • Carson City's healthcare system is robust and comprehensive, with several well-known healthcare facilities providing a wide range of services to residents and visitors alike.

Carson Tahoe Health[edit | edit source]

  • Carson Tahoe Health is a comprehensive healthcare network featuring two hospitals, two urgent cares, an emergent care center, outpatient services, and a provider network with 21 regional locations. The system is headquartered on a beautiful master planned 80-acre medical campus nestled among the foothills of the Sierra Nevada in North Carson City.

Carson City Health and Human Services[edit | edit source]

  • Carson City Health and Human Services (CCHHS) is dedicated to protecting and improving the quality of life for the Carson City community through disease prevention, education, and service programs. CCHHS provides public health services to Carson City, and Douglas, Lyon, and Storey counties.

Sierra Surgery Hospital[edit | edit source]

  • Sierra Surgery Hospital provides elective surgeries in a state-of-the-art facility that is recognized for its high-quality care and patient satisfaction. The hospital is a joint venture between local physicians and Carson Tahoe Health.

Healthcare Services[edit | edit source]

  • Carson City's healthcare facilities offer a wide range of services, including emergency care, primary care, specialty care, and long-term care. These services are provided by a team of highly skilled and dedicated healthcare professionals who are committed to providing the highest level of care to their patients.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

  • Carson City, NV, is not just the state capital but also a hub for healthcare in the region. With its well-known healthcare facilities and comprehensive services, Carson City ensures that its residents and visitors have access to high-quality healthcare when they need it.


Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD