From our UNLV Health family to your family, Happy Thanksgiving! May your day be filled with gratitude and joy.
UNLV Health
Hospitals and Health Care
Las Vegas, Nevada 1,860 followers
Commitment to Educate. Passion to Heal.
About us
Overview In March 2016, the UNLV Board of Regents approved the framework and creation of the nonprofit corporation, UNLV Health, the clinical faculty practice plan of the the UNLV School of Medicine. The mission of UNLV Health is to provide a premier multi-specialty academic group practice and primary care physicians who strive to provide the highest quality health care. UNLV Health is a multi-specialty practice with over 350 employees, and 5 clinic locations with 151 providers. UNLV Health combines education and research within the treatment environment, and manages the faculty clinical practice. Through our clinical activity, our faculty practice plan supports the medical school’s missions of: • Providing exceptional medical care and superior patient experience. • Building clinical, education and research service lines and programs. • Translating leading scientific innovations into clinical practice. • Servicing the diverse health care needs of the southern Nevada region. • Providing learning experiences for graduate, and post-graduate medical education. • Be an environment for continuing education of physicians. • Maintain a fiscally viable clinical enterprise for the UNLV School of Medicine.
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https://www.unlvhealth.org/
External link for UNLV Health
- Industry
- Hospitals and Health Care
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2017
Locations
Employees at UNLV Health
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L. Allen Penry, MBA, FHFMA, FACHE
Healthcare Finance and Revenue Cycle Leadership
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Vince DeFiesta
Health & Wellness | Safety | Account Manager | Wellness Coordinator | Lead Analyst | Health Educator | Program/Project Manager
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Brigham Bahr
General Surgery Resident
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Donna Cramer
Director of Human Resources
Updates
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Happy Thanksgiving from our UNLV Health family to yours!!!
Happy Thanksgiving from the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV and UNLV Health! We are grateful for you today and every day.🧡
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We’re #hiring a new Patient Support Representative in Las Vegas, Nevada. Apply today or share this post with your network.
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The holidays can be joyful… but they can also be overwhelming. Join UNLV Health at our next Walk With A Doc event as we take a mindful step toward better mental health this season with Dr. Steve Alcazar. Whether you're navigating stress, loneliness, family dynamics, or simply trying to stay grounded through the holiday rush, you're not alone. This walk is a chance to move your body, connect with your community, and have open, supportive conversations with UNLV Health providers about maintaining emotional well-being during the holidays. What to Expect: - A relaxed, friendly walk suitable for all ages and fitness levels - Tips on managing holiday stress and strengthening mental resilience - A judgment-free space to ask questions and learn - A chance to build connection and support in your community Give yourself the gift of movement, fresh air, and meaningful conversation. We’d love to see you there! hashtag #UNLVHealth hashtag #WalkWithADoc hashtag #CommunityHealth hashtag #MentalHealthAwareness hashtag #HolidayWellness hashtag #StressManagement
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We’re #hiring a new Patient Support Representative in Las Vegas, Nevada. Apply today or share this post with your network.
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The holidays can be joyful… but they can also be overwhelming. Join UNLV Health at our next Walk With A Doc event as we take a mindful step toward better mental health this season with Dr. Steve Alcazar. Whether you're navigating stress, loneliness, family dynamics, or simply trying to stay grounded through the holiday rush, you're not alone. This walk is a chance to move your body, connect with your community, and have open, supportive conversations with UNLV Health providers about maintaining emotional well-being during the holidays. What to Expect: - A relaxed, friendly walk suitable for all ages and fitness levels - Tips on managing holiday stress and strengthening mental resilience - A judgment-free space to ask questions and learn - A chance to build connection and support in your community Give yourself the gift of movement, fresh air, and meaningful conversation. We’d love to see you there! hashtag #UNLVHealth hashtag #WalkWithADoc hashtag #CommunityHealth hashtag #MentalHealthAwareness hashtag #HolidayWellness hashtag #StressManagement
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We are excited to welcome our newest provider to the UNLV Health family! Dr. Chong's expertise, passion for patient-centered care, and commitment to improving the health of our community makes her a wonderful addition to our team. At UNLV Health, we strive to deliver exceptional care through innovation, compassion, and collaboration. Our new provider embodies these values and will play an important role in advancing our mission to serve Southern Nevada with excellence. Please join us in giving them a warm welcome—we look forward to the positive impact they will make for our patients and our community. #UNLVHealth #MeetOurDoctors
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What an amazing turnout for November’s Walk With A Doc! 💙🚶♀️🚶♂️ We were so inspired to see our community come together in support of Lung Cancer Awareness Month — walking, learning, and taking steps toward better lung health. A huge thank-you to everyone who joined us, asked great questions, and showed their commitment to wellness and prevention. Every step counts when it comes to raising awareness and promoting healthy living. Let’s keep moving, supporting, and breathing strong — together! 💪🌿 #WalkWithADoc #LungCancerAwareness #CommunityHealth #KeepWalking #UNLVHealth
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UNLV Health Mojave Counseling will be connecting with the community this Saturday at the Hope In Action events hosted by Hope Means Nevada. Come out and support! Details below!!
Join us on Saturday from 10 AM to 1 PM at UNLV Valerie Pida Plaza (4505 S. Maryland Pkwy., Las Vegas, NV 89154) for a morning full of connection, inspiration, and community. Here’s what you can look forward to: 💜 7 onsite volunteer activations! 💜 20 community resources - learn, connect, and take action. 💜 Special performances from Culture Shock, Mojave Dance Team, SoulNotes, Danielle McCafferty, and Renisha O’Donnell. 💜 Award Ceremony (10:45) on the Main Stage with UNLV President Heavey, Dean of Public Health Dr. Shawn Gerstenberger, and more! 💜 Hope Walk - One Mile Loop around the beautiful UNLV campus! Follow the conversation starters along the path and enjoy a performance from Culture Shock when you get back! At registration, you’ll receive a Connect Card - visit each booth to collect stamps. The first 200 people to complete their card will win a special prize! 🏆 Don’t forget to register at www.hopemeansnevada.org and check out the full event schedule attached to this email. 💫
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🎉 Congratulations to our very own Dr. Richard Baynosa! 🎉 We’re proud to celebrate Dr. Baynosa, who is a UNLV Health surgeon, Professor, Complex Breast, Microsurgical and Robotic Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship Program Director and Chair of the Department of Plastic Surgery at the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV for being named one of the Most Magnificent Men of Las Vegas! 👏 This well-deserved honor recognizes his outstanding leadership, compassion, and dedication to advancing patient care and medical education in our community. Join us in congratulating Dr. Baynosa on this incredible achievement! 👨⚕️💫 #UNLVHealth #UNLVMedicine #LasVegas #Leadership #MagnificentMen #Congratulations Richard C. Baynosa, MD FACS Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV
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