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

Connecting AHEC Scholars to Employers

Across Nebraska AHEC Scholars are working in 25 counties

Competition for health professionals is fierce. We can help.

Through the Nebraska AHEC Scholars Program you can gain edge and connect to an exceptional group of future Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurses, Pharmacists, Dentists, Physical Therapists, and Radiologic Technologists before they graduate.

“Any student that participates in this program of learning and sharing should receive special attention when being considered for employment at your facility.”

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Marty Fattig

CEO, Nemaha County Hospital

100% Scholars

Employed one year after graduation

86% Scholars

Employed remained in Nebraska

59% Scholars

Employed in primary care, rural, or medically underserved areas

What is in it for you?

Access to the next generation of health professionals who want to live and work in your community.

“The AHEC Scholars Program provides real world experience to current health profession students, providing them an enhanced understanding of how to best serve their communities and neighbors. Community Health Centers would be lucky to employ these innovators, healers, and problem solvers as their future providers and leaders.”

Jenna Thomsen

MA Directory of Strategy and Development Health Center Association of Nebraska

Interested in learning more or becoming an employer partner? Connect with your regional AHEC center director.

What does a Nebraska AHEC Scholar bring?

Desire to work in rural and underserved communities
A nationally recognized certificate in one of following:
- Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS)
- Mental Health First Aid
- Institute for Health Improvement - Basic Certification in Quality and Safety
Recognition of the importance of interprofessional collaboration
Understanding of healthcare needs in rural Nebraska

Whether it is additional training on tools and practice to improve patient safety, reduce health disparities, or tools to reach out to someone in crisis, AHEC Scholars have workforce-ready skills.

AHEC Program Office

Deputy Director and Program Manager: Lydia Sand, MPA

Phone: 402-559-0838

Fax: 402-559-6501