Valley native joins Carson Valley Health

Born and raised in Carson Valley, Certified Physician Assistant Rhiannon Broersma is joining the urology team at Carson Valley Health Specialty Care.

“I’m excited to provide community care in my hometown,” Broersma said. “I’ve worked in Carson City and Reno, and I’m looking forward to the family feel here."

Broersma’s most recently practiced orthopedics, however she sees a growing need for urology. She will work closely with Dr. James Cunningham and his surgical patients.

Broersma has extensive experience in the operating room and speaks highly of the surgical team.

“I love working in this OR,” she said.” It is one of the better ORs, and our patients give us positive feedback.”

A 2005 Douglas High School graduate, she served as a member of the Ruhenstroth Volunteer Fire Department and in 2008 and 2009 served as a seasonal firefighter for East Fork Fire Protection District.

Broersma began her career as a paramedic with REMSA, moving on to Care Flight, then graduated from University of Nevada, Reno, School of Medicine with a Master of Science Physician Assistant in 2020. “In PA school we received formal training to assist physicians during surgery. Spending more time with patients is one of the things I enjoy about surgery and outpatient medicine in general. You may see patients for several years.”

Outside of work you can find Rhiannon hiking, camping, or in her garden.

Broersma is currently accepting new patients. For a Urology appointment or more information, visit CarsonValleyHealth.org or call 775-782-1610 option 4.