You may recognize her from billboards around town or the cover of Renown's latest annual report, but what you might not know is the story behind the now-familiar face. Paola Espinoza-Patino is the oncology unit's associate nurse manager at Renown Regional, and she grounds her work in hope and determination daily.
Mission in Motion: Empowering Future Medical Physicists at Renown
Follow along in this new series, Mission in Motion, where we showcase how Renown employees embody our mission, vision and values through work that advances our strategic pillars.
This second feature celebrates Aaron Andersen, Director of Medical Physics at Renown Regional Medical Center, and his efforts in addressing the national shortage of clinical training sites for medical physicists by establishing Nevada’s first in-state residency program.
Cancer can develop at any age, and that’s why the experts at Renown are ready to help you stay ahead of breast cancer, especially if you're in your 20s or 30s. We're talking about early detection, signs to be aware of, and why being proactive is a big deal.
Mammograms Matter: What to Expect to Help Ease the Fears
Getting a mammogram can be an emotional process. While breast screenings are proven to save lives through early detection, uncertainties around the experience and anxiety about the potential results cause some to delay scheduling an appointment.
