Dr. Jennifer E Edwards began practicing medicine in 1999 and is board-certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. She is passionate about healthcare and enjoys caring for patients of all ages, with diverse medical and social conditions. Making doctor visits less intimidating, she believes, is the first step in helping people address their health needs.
Dr. Edwards joined HOPES due to the organization’s respect and appreciation for the needs of patients, employees, and the larger Reno community. Being able to work within an inclusive organization, makes HOPES a wonderful place to provide excellent comprehensive and compassionate healthcare.
Personal Interests:
Originally from Southeast Alaska and a member of the Tlingit/Tsimshian Tribes. In addition to various artistic interests, Dr. Edwards enjoys teaching and feels strongly that increasing diversity in the healthcare provider pool is an important aspect of improving the health in underrepresented communities. She is a member of the Association of American Indian Physicians (AAIP) and serves on the University of Washington School of Medicine’s Center for Indigenous Health Advisory Group.
