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Renown Health is the only pediatric cancer and hematology program in northern Nevada. We provide inpatient chemotherapy and outpatient infusion services on-site, as well as consultations and management for non-malignant hematologic conditions. As a member of Children’s Oncology Group, Renown is proud to offer our youngest patients quality care close to home. This membership gives local pediatric cancer patients access to the world’s largest organization devoted exclusively to childhood cancer and most leading-edge treatments.

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Pediatric urology is a branch of medicine that specializes in treating illness or disease in the genitals or urinary tract of kids. At Renown Health, we are the proud home to our region’s only certified pediatric urologist and our department sees patients ranging in age from newborns to adolescents to kids going off to college. Specialized Treatments & Technologies Robotic Surgery Uroflowmetry Urodynamics Commonly Seen Conditions Cancers of the urinary system Hydroceles and inguinal hernias Hypospadias and penile anomalies Intersex and disorders of sex differentiation Nephrolithiasis Phimosis and circumcision Posterior urethral valves Prune belly syndrome Recurrent urinary tract infections Spina bifida Neurogenic bladder Undescended testes and retractile testes Varicoceles

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Here For Your Kids When They Need It Renown Children's Hospital provides trauma care to nearly 1,500 patients per year and is fully equipped to provide injured children with the age-appropriate equipment and specialized care they need after experiencing a traumatic accident such as a motor vehicle crash or a fall on the ski hill.

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As a parent or caregiver, your child's health and wellbeing are at the top of your priority list. This is why pediatric primary care is crucial for your child's overall health and development. Our dedicated providers specialize in caring for children from birth to young adulthood, including preventative care such as annual checkups, immunizations, developmental screenings, nutrition information and physical activity. Whether you're a new parent or an experienced caregiver, we're here to support you and your child every step of the way.

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Providing emotional support for your children, and you.    It is undeniable that hospitals can be a daunting experience for all, but when a child is faced with a difficult diagnosis or staying in the hospital, it can be especially overwhelming. Fortunately, Renown Health has a team of experts called the Child Life team to help.   This group of devoted healthcare providers collaborate with kids who have been admitted to the hospital, as well as children whose family member is a patient at Renown, to ensure they understand every aspect of their visit, while also letting them be kids.   Child Life Specialists provide support to children and their families by:    Assessing patients developmental level and tailoring interactions to each individual family need Helping children cope with worries, fears and/or separation Making doctors, needles, and tests a little less scary by creating coping plans Organizing activities in the playroom and at bedside Addressing parent and caregiver concerns Preparing patients and families for what to expect Fostering a therapeutic environment through play opportunities Offering a hand to hold during tests, procedures, and tough stuff Offering services like art, music and pet therapy Creating special memories and mementos for children and families in times of grief and loss The Child Life Program is available seven days a week at Renown Health and the team can be reached at 775-982-5173.

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