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On May 7, Carson Tahoe Medical Group (CTMG), opened its newly renovated space and welcomed new oncologist, Dr. Mridula Vinjamuri, M.D. from Commonwealth Cancer Center. As part of its development and expansion, CTMG Medical Oncology Clinic, located at Carson Tahoe Cancer Center, an affiliate of Huntsman Cancer Institute, University of Utah, had its existing space renovated to include three new exam rooms, a nurse’s station, patient restroom, and additional provider office space. “Expanding our cancer center’s footprint – whether it is physically or through new providers –­­ means better access to quality cancer care in Northern Nevada,” says Michelle Joy, Vice President, Chief Operating Officer at Carson Tahoe Health. Carson Tahoe’s 35,000-square-foot facility includes full-time medical and radiation oncology practices, …

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Carson Tahoe Health (CTH) is pleased to announce that Phase I of the Minden Medical Center (MMC) remodel has been completed and the new, south-end entrance is fully operational. Please note that the old west-side entrance is no longer available for patient access, everyone is now directed to the south entrance. Patients visiting the newly remodeled center will experience easier navigation of Emergent Care and Lab services, streamlined registration processes, and spacious interior areas for added comfort. “Now that Phase I is complete, we are starting on Phase II, the renovation and relocation of laboratory services and prepping for the remodel of the Imaging area,” said Michelle Joy, Chief Operating Officer at Carson Tahoe Health. “Currently, while Phase II renovations …

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Carson Tahoe Health (CTH) is pleased to announce that Phase 1 of the Minden Medical Center (MMC) remodel is on schedule to be completed by Monday, March 26. This part of the expansion project includes central access through a new south end entrance allowing easier navigation of Emergent Care, Lab, and Imaging services for patients in Douglas County. Phase 2, beginning as soon as Phase I is complete, is slated to be finished by mid-August 2018 and will focus on relocating and expanding the current lab area. Once that’s done, the existing imaging area will get a well-deserved facelift. These upgrades, designed to foster the best possible healthcare experiences, will provide greater convenience, streamlined processes, and enhanced interior areas for …

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In November 2017, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center (CTRMC) debuted the da Vinci Xi® Surgical System, the most advanced iteration of a robotic platform, for gynecological procedures.  Building upon the significant success in the implementation of this new technology, Carson Tahoe is pleased to announce it is now offering minimally-invasive general robotic surgeries for procedures such as ventral and inguinal hernias. “Robotic-assisted surgeries have profoundly changed the way surgeons operate,” says Michelle Joy, Chief Operating Officer at Carson Tahoe. “It is a great tool for our surgical team, and it’s helping them produce outstanding results for patients as well.” The da Vinci Xi® has proven to be easier on the patient than traditional open surgeries, requiring smaller incisions and reducing …

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Carson Tahoe Health (CTH) is excited to announce that the most advanced robotic surgical system, the da Vinci Xi, will be available at the Regional Medical Center beginning mid-November 2017. CTH will initially start by offering robot-assisted gynecological surgeries for qualifying patients, and will soon expand to minimally-invasive urology procedures within the next year. As the field of robotics has gained momentum and evolved as a medical school staple nationwide, obtaining this revolutionary technology also provides Carson Tahoe new recruitment opportunities and aids in securing future healthcare experts. Designed with the latest robotic, computer, and optical innovations, the da Vinci Xi features a high-definition 3D (HD-3D) vision system, Intuitive Motion Technology, specialized ‘wristed’ instruments, and smart software that allow surgeons …

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