Reno, Nevada

Known as "The Biggest Little City in the World", Reno is the fourth most populous city in Nevada, with a population of more than 220,000. The city serves as the county seat of Washoe County, located along the western border of Nevada about 20 miles east of the Sierra Nevada Mountains and Lake Tahoe. In the middle of it all stands the city's most renowned symbol, the Reno Arch. Reno is famous for its casinos, and is the birthplace of the gaming corporation Harrah's Entertainment. Modern Reno boasts a thriving cultural scene, a refurbished downtown area, and many year-round resorts in the nearby mountains.

After the legalization of casino gambling by the Nevada state legislature in 1931, many gambling establishments formed in Reno marking the start of a tourist industry, which currently remains the major industry in the Reno area. The hotel and casino industry attracts more than five million visitors each year and contributes more than $4 billion to the local economy annually. Reno has quietly grown into a significant transportation hub for the western United States and has developed a diverse economic base with a strong presence in manufacturing and logistics in industries such as computers, electronics, financial services, and communications. This diversity supports a thriving local economy. Large employers in the Reno area today include the University of Nevada and Washoe Medical Center, Inc.

Reno, Nevada’s substantial history of manufacturing and construction activity makes asbestos exposure an ongoing concern. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, and you are looking for a mesothelioma doctor, scroll down to see a list of those located in and around Reno. If you were exposed to asbestos in Reno, you may benefit from seeking the advice of a mesothelioma attorney.

Large Jobsites in Reno where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

The Mesothelioma Cancer Alliance has compiled information obtained from a number of sources to identify the following large job sites in Reno where asbestos exposure was known to have occurred. These sites are listed below. Click on them to get more detailed information.

Other Jobsites in Reno where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

These additional jobsites in Reno, NV have been identified as harboring asbestos containing materials. These sites, at one point in their history, were known to have exposed a variety of tradesmen to asbestos. We will be documenting in more detail how asbestos exposure occurred at these sites in the future on this web site.

Mesothelioma Doctors Near Reno, NV

For your convenience we have compiled a list of mesothelioma doctors who are located within a 100 mile radius of Reno, NV. Please click on a doctor link to obtain more information about his/her background, areas of expertise, professional affiliations and office locations.