Rural Outreach Clinic - UNR Med - University of Nevada, Reno
Rural Health Clinic • Reno, NV • Since 1969 • 3 (Fallon, Yerington, Silver Springs) locations
About
Summary: The University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR Med) is a private, research-intensive medical school in Reno, founded in 1969. It aims to improve Nevada’s health through education, clinical care, research, and statewide outreach, with a mission to educate clinicians and leaders who serve Nevadans in diverse communities. The school operates a statewide presence with three offices, a strong emphasis on rural and underserved health, and initiatives to expand access to care and medical education across Nevada. Contact: (775) 784-6063.
Clinic Type
Rural Health Clinic
Address
Fallon: Renown Urgent Care, 560 Williams Ave, Fallon, NV 89409; Yerington: South Lyon Medical Center Physicians Clinic, 213 S Whitacre St, Yerington, NV 89447; Silver Springs: Lahontan Medical Center / Renown Silver Springs Clinic, 3595 US-50, Silver Springs, NV 89429
Phone
(775) 391-0632
studentoutreachclinic@med.unr.edu
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
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FAQs
What services are provided at Rural Outreach Clinics?
Full-service care including physical exams, blood draws for lab work, and a variety of immunizations.
How often do clinics rotate locations?
Locations rotate every month among Fallon, Silver Springs, and Yerington to ensure continuous care.
How can I make an appointment?
Appointments can be made by email at studentoutreachclinic@med.unr.edu or by phone at (775) 391-0632.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
Patients praise
- Provides essential free medical services to uninsured and underinsured individuals
- Reduces barriers to care by bringing medical services directly to underserved rural communities
- Facilitates valuable hands-on clinical training for medical students under licensed physician supervision
- Demonstrates high commitment to community service and patient health outcomes
Common complaints
- Low patient turnout in some locations due to lack of awareness or outreach difficulties
- Patient hesitation due to misconceptions about billing (expecting to be charged for free services)
"We see a lot of patients who are uncontrolled with their diabetes, who are never going to see a doctor because they don’t have access or they don’t have time. When we come out, we’re really trying to reach those diabetic patients."
— Taree Chadwick, Rural Outreach Clinic manager (as reported in news coverage)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- UNR Med students train at the Rural Outreach Clinic | University of Nevada, Reno — Jan 12, 2026
- Medial Students Bridge Health Care Gaps in Rural Nevada — Jan 20, 2026
- Rural Outreach Clinic hosted by: The UNR School of Medicine - Nevada Health Link - Official Website — Aug 15, 2025
- UNR Med leverages new grants to bridge gaps in frontier care | University of Nevada, Reno — Dec 4, 2025
- Benjamin Smith receives award for public health leadership — Jul 6, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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