As the first Transplant nephrologist at Renown Health , Dr . Nate is responsible for :
• Comprehensive Patient Care : Managing the care of kidney transplant patients before , during and after transplantation , ensuring the best possible outcomes .
• Innovative Research : Leading and participating in research initiatives aimed at advancing the field of transplant nephrology and improving patient outcomes .
• Collaborative Approach : Working closely with a multidisciplinary team of surgeons , physicians , nurses and support staff to provide personalized care for patients with end-stage renal disease .
“ We are thrilled to have Dr . Nate join our team ," said Rahul Mediwala , MD , MBA , Chief Executive Officer of Renown Medical Group and a board-certified nephrologist . His extensive knowledge and dedication to transplant patient care is instrumental in bringing essential services to our region and ensuring the highest quality care for our community .”
Welcome Northern Nevada ’ s First Transplant Surgeon
Renown recently announced the appointment of Ernesto P . Molmenti , MD , PhD , MBA , as the hospital ’ s inaugural kidney transplant surgeon . Dr . Molmenti comes to Renown from New York City and is a highly skilled and experienced transplant surgeon specializing in kidney transplantation . He has 25 years of experience in performing successful kidney transplant surgeries and is dedicated to improving patient outcome and quality of life .
Most recently Dr . Molmenti served as System Chief , Surgical Innovation and Vice Chairman , Department of Surgery at North Shore University Hospital-Northwell Health ; Director , Kidney Transplantation at North Shore University Hospital-Northwell Health and Professor , Departments of Surgery , Medicine , and Pediatrics at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra / Northwell . He established the adult ( 2007 ) and pediatric ( 2016 ) kidney transplant programs and founded the multi-disciplinary Division of Surgical Innovation across 24 hospitals . Over his career he has led kidney transplant efforts at Baylor University Medical Center ; Children ’ s Medical Center of Dallas ; The University of Texas Southwestern ; The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine ; and The University of Arizona College of Medicine .
Under Dr . Molmenti ’ s leadership , Renown will become the first health care provider in northern Nevada to offer kidney transplantation , providing exceptional care and fostering hope for patients and families facing kidney disease .
“ Dr . Molmenti helps to fill an important health care need for northern Nevadans living with kidney or liver disease , by adding lifesaving transplant expertise as a treatment option and completing the full spectrum of kidney care provided by medical and surgical specialists at Renown ,” said Christos Galanopoulos , MD MBA , MSc , FACS , Chair of the Department of Surgery at Renown Health . “ His expertise in kidney transplantation is invaluable as we begin a transplant program to meet the growing needs of our community . Through Dr . Molmenti ’ s leadership , the quality of life will be enhanced for every person suffering from kidney disease .
As the first kidney transplant surgeon at Renown Health , Dr . Molmenti joins Dr . Narisorn Atsava- Svate , transplant nephrologist at the Renown Transplant Institute ® to lead a multidisciplinary team of specialists dedicated to providing comprehensive care to patients throughout the transplant process . From evaluation and pre-transplant preparation to surgery and post-operative care , Dr . Molmenti will oversee every aspect of the patient ’ s journey .
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