Carson Tahoe Honors Dr. James Thom with 2015 Lifetime Achievement Award
It is with great pleasure and enduring gratitude that Carson Tahoe recognizes Dr. James Thom as the honorary recipient of the 2015 Lifetime Achievement Award.
This award is presented to exceptional individuals who have reached the pinnacle of their career, and who have a proven passion and commitment to Carson Tahoe and through outstanding efforts, have bettered the healthcare commitment to the organization and the community.
Dr. Thom played a vital role in establishing the first hospital in Carson City, providing patients access to care without having to drive to Reno. Additionally, he was the first physician in Nevada to travel by air via his personal airplane in order to provide timely care to rural patients in need.
Recognizing the critical need for a hospital in Carson City, Dr. Thom and Major Max C. Fleischmann together embarked on a community-wide fundraising campaign. Major Fleischmann, inspired by Dr. Thom’s dedication, informed Dr. Thom, “If you’ll get your businessmen to donate, I’ll match every dime they give. We’ll get a hospital for Carson City!” Through tireless efforts and an enduring commitment to this important community initiative, Carson Tahoe Hospital became a reality when it opened in 1949.
“Dr. Thom was the typical village doctor,” commented Art and Naomi Bernard. “He was a warm, personable, and efficient man, always available at any hour you called, and for whatever reason.”
In 1947-1948, Dr. Thom served on the Carson Tahoe Hospital Board of Trustees, and in 1955 he became the Chief of Staff of the hospital. In December 1962 Dr. Thom passed away at the age of 72.
Although Dr. Thom has passed away, his contributions and legacy of support continue to make a positive difference throughout the Carson Tahoe medical system and community. A plaque honoring Dr. Thom as the winner of the 2015 Lifetime Achievement Award is now on display at the Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center on the ‘hall of fame’ wall near the Sage Café. For more information, call (775) 445-5161.
Carson Tahoe Health is a local, not-for-profit healthcare system consisting of three hospitals, two urgent cares, an emergent care center, outpatient services and a provider network with over 20 regional locations. The system is headquartered on a beautiful master planned medical campus nestled among the foothills of the Sierra Nevada in north Carson City.
As the system’s cornerstone, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center (CTRMC), voted 5th most beautiful hospital in the nation, is the only Baby Friendly designated hospital in Nevada. This magnificent facility offers a tranquil healing environment with 138 private rooms, an advanced open heart surgery program and expanded 24 hour emergency care. Also included on the medical campus is Sierra Surgery, voted #1 in Nevada for patient satisfaction, and the State’s only gold level Cancer Center. Go here for more information.
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