Health and Wellness
Your health and happiness have a direct impact on your academic performance and emotional adjustment. The University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine's Learning and Wellness Resource Center (LWRC) was established to provide comprehensive services and support for the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of our students. Through a variety of ongoing programs and events, we'll help you deal with the stress and challenges of student life, while equipping you with positive habits to carry into your career as a physician. We have provided a list of resources below for you to have access to in the case of an emergency or for guidance or assistance in maintaining your health while in medical school.
24-hour School of Medicine Student Access Number: 7UNSOM-0220
Visit the Learning and Wellness Resource Center
Pennington Annex 117, located behind the Student Health Center
(775) 682-8264
LWRC Team
- Carrie Murphey, M.S., Director Student Affairs
- Ashley Anderson, M.S., Learning Specialist
- Lisa Kornze, Learning Sepecialist
- Maria Adams, Learning Specialist - Pipeline Programs, (775) 682-8264
Health Services and Resources
Campus Facilities
Wellness and Health Promotion
Our entire team is devoted to creating a healthy and enjoyable environment for you while in medical school. Special events to boost mood, meal planning to keep your nutrition in-check, and stress management tips are all part of an array of resources provided by the LWRC team. In addition, you have access to recreational facilities on campus at UNR.