College of Medicine

- Admissions Overview
- - MD Program
    UNMC's rigorous academics, diverse clinical experiences and supportive environment put you on the path to becoming a skilled, compassionate physician.
  - How to Apply
    UNMC prepares medical degree students to meet the needs of patients through clinical practice, biomedical science and research, problem-solving and compassion.
  - Contact Us
    Review contact information for the Office of Admissions and Student Affairs in the College of Medicine at UNMC.
  - Verification and State Licensure
    Review opportunities for state licensure following completion of the MD program in the College of Medicine at UNMC.
- - MD-MBA Program
    A combined MD-MBA degree equips you with the tools you need to become highly skilled in both management and medicine.
  - MD-MPH Program
    Pursue your passion for public health and medicine with a combined MD-MPH and help solve complex health problems.
  - MD-PhD Program
    Do you have a passion for caring for patients and for research? Consider the dual MD-PhD degree.
- Education Overview
- - Curriculum
    Our curriculum produces physicians whose foundation in basic, clinical, and health systems sciences prepare them to promote health and reduce patient suffering.
  - Graduation Requirements
    Review requirements for students pursuing an MD at the UNMC College of Medicine to graduate and receive their degree.
  - Objectives
    The objectives of UNMC's medical degree program are to prepare you for success in primary care or specialty fields.
  - Service Learning
    Active participation in community service provides critical opportunities to apply skills and knowledge gained in medical school and develop a sense of empathy.
- - Enhanced Medical Education
    Enhanced Medical Education Tracks offer medical students an opportunity to perform an in-depth study of an interdisciplinary field of medicine.
  - MD Honor’s Thesis Program
    The MD honors thesis encourages students to engage in scientific research during medical education and become eligible to graduate with honors.
- Research Overview
- Internal Grants
  The College of Medicine has a variety of research-related grant and award opportunities available to UNMC faculty.
- Comparative Effectiveness Research
  The Comparative Effectiveness Research (CER) program identifies knowledge gaps in the effectiveness of clinical care and improves CER in these areas.
- Great Plains IDeA-CTR
  The Great Plains IDeA-CTR is a collaborative effort between nine regional institutions that provides training, resources. and funding to regional researchers.
- Research and Development Committee
  The Research and Development Committee handles funding opportunities for faculty, including the Bridge Funding program, and student research opportunities.
- Student Opportunities
  The College of Medicine provides a variety of research opportunities for both current and prospective UNMC students.
- Residencies & Fellowships Overview
- Graduate Medical Education Programs
  UNMC's dozens of programs--including nearly 20 in internal medicine--allow residents and fellows a variety of specialties.
- House Officer Resources
  Find information for residents and fellows, including salaries, benefits and nearby housing.
- House Officer Wellness
  Wellness resources for residents and fellows include an assistance program and a private wellness lounge.
- Research
  We aim to facilitate house officers’ involvement in research in the areas of patient safety, quality improvement, healthcare disparities and education research.
- Salary and Benefits
  Paid vacation and professional leave, health insurance and meal allowances are just a few of the benefits residents receive in addition to their yearly salary.
- Contact Us
  Reach out to the Graduate Medical Education office for information about benefits, contracts, orientation or graduation.
Departments
Patient Care

Grand Island, Nebraska

Your clinical rotations present an opportunity to immerse yourself in a new community. You'll find each of the areas you work in has attractions and activities worth exploring. See what Grand Island has to offer.

Population: 52,513

Location: Grand Island, Nebraska Map & Directions

Tourism Website: Visit Grand Island

Health and Wellness

CHI Health Institute Clinic Rehab Facility Free/reduced-price gym membership: Students completing rotations with CHI in Grand Island are welcome to use the Rehabilitation Facility at CHI Health Institute Hear Clinic, located at 3515 Richmond Cir. For $5/month. If you would like to take advantage of this offer, please contact Donna Strehle.

Grand Island Trail

Island Oasis Water Park

Morman Island State Recreation Area

Heartland Public Shooting Park

LE Ray Dog Park

Jackrabbit Run Golf Course

Museums and Attractions

Raising Nebraska

Cairo Roots Museum

Horse Racing at Fonner Park

Edgerton Explorit

Shopping at Railside

Grand Island Little Theater

Crane Trust Nature Center

Platte River Prairies

H ornady Art Gallery

Grand Island Public Library

Transportation

Central Nebraska Regional Airport

Restaurants

Kiko's Cantina

Bonzai Beach Club and Wave Pizza Co.

The Chocolate Bar

Chicken Coop

Coney Island Lunch Room

Farmer's Daughter

Infuse Mixology Bar and Bistro

Napoli's Sutter Deli and Cookie Co.

Sin City Grill

Grocery Stores

Super Saver

International Food Market

Fresh Thyme

Places of Worship

United Congregational Church

Spirit of Life Church

Trinity Lutheran Church

Messiah Ev Lutheran Church

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Trinity United Methodist Church

Abundant Life Church

GI Free Church