Washoe County Medical Society

05/20/2026

A special congratulations to this year’s physician Award recipients, who will be recognized at the WCMS Summer Gala for their outstanding contributions, leadership, and dedication to patient care throughout our region. Your impact continues to strengthen and inspire our community every day!

Daniel Spogen, M.D.- Lifetime Achievement
Maria Fernandez, M.D. - Outstanding Physician
John Marshall, M.D. - C.H. Woods
Kelsey West, M.D. - Community Service
Shannon Zamboni, M.D. - C.H. Woods

Secure your tickets soon before they’re gone! https://wcmsnv.org/2026-gala/ We look forward to celebrating with you at the WCMS Summer Gala on Friday, June 12.

05/20/2026

On 'The Pitt," Joy, a third-year medical student, clocked out on time, despite a crazy-busy ER. A debate started on social media about physician work-life balance.
Read the full New York Times (gift link in comments) and tell us your thoughts!

05/19/2026

05/05/2026

🎉 Don’t miss out! Registration for the upcoming WCMS Gala is now open. Join us for an unforgettable evening of celebration!

Register today and be part of the magic!

https://wcmsnv.org/2026-gala/

04/17/2026

Join us for an elegant evening at the Washoe County Medical Society Gala! 🩺✨
Mark your calendars for Friday, June 12. Get ready to celebrate, connect, and support our local medical community.

More details coming soon, we can’t wait to see you there! 💙

03/06/2026

Get ready for the Washoe County Medical Society’s biggest event of the summer! ☀️🩺 Join us for an evening of connection, celebration, with colleagues and friends from across Northern Nevada.

✨ More details coming soon! Mark your calendars and stay tuned!

02/11/2026

Welcome to our newest 2026 WCMS Board Directors!

We’re excited for the leadership, dedication, and fresh perspectives you bring to WCMS. Here’s to a great year ahead!

Julia Cook Beresford, MD
Pierce Johnson, MD
Catherine McCarthy, MD

02/06/2026

Thank you to our 2025 Immediate Past-President,
Dr. John Hardwick for an outstanding year of leadership. Your dedication, steady guidance, and commitment to our mission made a lasting impact on our organization.

02/05/2026

WCMS 2026 Leadership
PRESIDENT: Lali Sekhon, M.D., Neurosurgeon specializing in spine surgery practicing at the Reno Orthopedic Center.
SECRETARY/TREASURER: Tim O'Mara, M.D., Surgeon at the Reno Orthopedic Center specializing in trauma and adult reconstruction.
DIRECTOR: Colin West, M.D., Emergency Medicine physician, practices at Renown Regional Medical Center.
PRESIDENT-ELECT: Ali Nairizi, M.D., Interventional Pain Specialist and Anesthesiologist practices at Reno-Tahoe Pain Associates .

12/30/2025

WCMS thanks you for your generosity and support this year!

12/29/2025

WCMS appreciates your support this year!