John Keenan

Orthopaedic surgery names new leaders

Matthew Halanski, M.D., named chief of pediatrics; Beau Konigsberg, M.D., named assistant dean of admissions.

Apr 8, 2020

Matthew Halanski, M.D.

COM employee of the month

Paula Swanson is an administrative associate in internal medicine administration.

Apr 8, 2020

Paula Swanson

COM resident of the month

Kaitlyn Brittan, M.D., is a rheumatology fellow in the UNMC Department of Internal Medicine.

Apr 8, 2020

Kaitlyn Brittan, M.D.

New faculty

New faculty join the UNMC College of Medicine.

Apr 8, 2020

Ritika Puri, M.D., is an assistant professor of diabetes, endocrinology and metabolism

Events and cancellations

Upcoming events are subject to change as decisions are made regarding the COVID-19 response.

Apr 8, 2020

The Nebraska Science Festival has been canceled.

Zoom option proves a success for international event

Truhlsen Eye Institute meeting draws more than 230 virtual participants.

Apr 8, 2020

Vinicius De Stafano, M.D.

Outstanding teacher: Rachel Valleley, Ph.D.

Dr. Valleley will be honored at the annual faculty meeting on April 14.

Apr 8, 2020

Rachel Valleley, Ph.D.

Emergency Department surge tents ready for patients

Tents allow for additional capacity in response to COVID-19.

Apr 8, 2020

Staff members do a walkthrough of the surge tents set up outside the Emergency Services entrance on the Nebraska Medical Center campus.

LiveGreen: Healthy, sustainable actions during a pandemic

There are lots of things you and your family can do to be healthier, save money and occupy your unexpected time at home.

Apr 8, 2020

University’s ‘stay at home’ directive aims to ‘flatten the curve’

Only designated personnel should report to campus; all employees should be compliant by Friday.

Apr 8, 2020

University of Nebraska President Ted Carter