Marlyce McKinnon, APRN, shares insight on the importance of college-age and adult well checks as a foundation for long-term health.
The conversation highlights the value of accessible primary care with a focus on preventive care, routine wellness exams, and proactive health management. Marlyce explains how consistent checkups during young adulthood and beyond help establish baseline health, catch concerns early, and support patients through key life transitions.
With a compassionate, whole-person approach, Marlyce is dedicated to helping patients feel supported, stay on track with their health, and build lifelong habits that promote wellness and confidence in their care.
Dr. Azim shares insight about caring for an aging population.
The conversation highlights the importance of accessible primary care with a focus on geriatric health, emphasizing preventive care, routine visits, and proactive chronic disease management. Dr. Azim explains how having a consistent, local provider allows patients to receive personalized care, benefit from earlier intervention, and better manage complex health conditions over time.
With a strong focus on senior health, Dr. Azim is dedicated to helping older adults maintain independence, navigate their healthcare with confidence, and feel supported through every stage of life.
Fernley Reporter
Pinnacle Health was recently featured in The Fernley Reporter for bringing prevention-focused primary care to the Fernley community.
Led locally by Jennifer Garrett, MSN, APRN, Pinnacle Health is expanding access to comprehensive family medicine in Fernley with a strong emphasis on preventive care, mental health support, and chronic disease management.
The new Fernley clinic provides:
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Primary care for adults and seniors
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Preventive wellness visits
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Chronic condition management (diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease)
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Mental health support and integrated care
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Long-term health planning
By focusing on prevention, education, and patient-centered care, Pinnacle Health is working to remove barriers to healthcare access in Fernley and throughout Northern Nevada.
As highlighted in The Fernley Reporter, the clinic’s mission is simple: deliver accessible, relationship-based primary care that helps patients stay healthy, independent, and supported at every stage of life.
📍 Now serving patients in Fernley and surrounding Lyon County communities.
📅 Now accepting new patients.
Expanding Primary Care Access in Fernley, Nevada
Jenn Garrett sits down with Sarah Johns to discuss the opening of our Fernley Clinic and what it means for patients in Fernley and the surrounding rural communities.
The conversation focuses on improving access to primary care in Fernley, emphasizing the importance of preventive care, routine primary care visits, and proactive chronic disease management. Jenn shares how having a local primary care provider helps patients receive personalized care, earlier intervention, and ongoing health education — all critical for long-term health and quality of life.
With the opening of the Fernley Clinic, residents now have access to comprehensive primary care close to home, reducing barriers to care and strengthening continuity between patients and providers. This expansion reflects our commitment to serving rural Nevada with accessible, patient-centered healthcare focused on prevention, education, and long-term wellness.
Pinnacle Medical Group Adds Two Experienced Family Nurse Practitioners to Carson Office
Carson Team adds Leighanne Shirey DNP, APRN, FNP-C and Allyson (Ally) Leslie, APRN to provider roster.
CARSON CITY, Nev. – July 22, 2025 – Pinnacle Medical Group welcomes two experienced APRNs to its Carson Office, located at 180 East Winnie Lane. Leighanne Shirey DNP, APRN, FNP-C and Allyson (Ally) Leslie, APRN, join the practice alongside Dr. Basa and Dr. Holman, who currently serve patients at this location. The addition of Shirey and Leslie strengthens Pinnacle’s commitment to expanding access to personalized, full-spectrum primary care for patients of all ages throughout Carson City and the Northern Nevada community.
Leighanne Shirey DNP, APRN, FNP-C, will begin seeing patients on August 5, bringing over 40 years of nursing experience, including more than a decade as a Family Nurse Practitioner. Shirey is known for her preventive approach and ability to form lasting patient relationships built on trust and education.
Allyson (Ally) Leslie, APRN, will begin seeing patients on August 26, offering primary care for patients of all ages. A fourth-generation Nevadan, Leslie is deeply committed to community-based healthcare and takes a patient- centric approach to everything from women’s health to chronic disease management.
The addition of both providers reflects Pinnacle’s continued investment in expanding access to high-quality, compassionate primary care across Northern Nevada.
“Our mission is to empower change by honoring each person’s value and unique journey,” said Anthony Pena, Carson Clinic Supervisor “Ally and Leighanne embody that commitment and will help us continue to meet the growing needs of the Carson community.”
Both providers are currently accepting new patients. To schedule an appointment, please visit pinnacleprimarygroup.com or call 775-204-4000.
About Pinnacle Medical Group
Pinnacle Medical Group is Northern Nevada’s leading patient-centered primary care practice, with six convenient locations serving the Reno, Sparks, and Carson communities. Our team of experienced healthcare professionals are dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care through empathetic listening, respect, and personalized treatment. We empower patients to take an active role in their health by honoring each individual’s unique journey and building lasting relationships rooted in trust and understanding.