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Renown announces plans to build new standalone children's hospital
KTVN • • business
Key Points:
- Renown Health will build a standalone children's hospital, funded by a historic $40 million gift from philanthropist Tom Golisano, marking the largest donation in Renown’s history.
- Renown Children's Hospital, currently operating within Renown Regional Medical Center, is northern Nevada's only dedicated children's emergency room and verified Level II pediatric trauma center.
- The hospital serves over 84,000 children annually and includes a 55-bed Level III NICU and a 16-room PICU, providing specialized care for vulnerable pediatric patients.
- Renown has joined the Golisano Children’s Alliance, becoming the westernmost member of a national network of 21 children's hospitals, enhancing collaboration and pediatric care services.
- The new investment aims to expand pediatric specialties and services to meet the growing needs of northern Nevada’s children and families, supporting both care and medical education through its affiliation with the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine.
