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‘Valley of Death’ funding program lifts UNMC innovations

Grants focus on research innovations and discoveries in danger of slipping into an academic research limbo.

Feb 22, 2017

A new simulator invented at UNMC uses video game technology to teach laparoscopic surgery to residents pressed by work hour restrictions. (Photo courtesy Charlie Litton/UNeMed)

Strong feedback for health equity symposium

Event was the first step in a large institutional strategy built around health equity.

Feb 22, 2017

From left: Kelly Caverzagie, M.D., associate dean of educational strategy at UNMC and vice president of education at Nebraska Medicine; Anthony Iton, senior vice president of Healthy Communities of The California Endowment, California's largest, private health foundation; and UNMC Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D.

Under the microscope: Physician burnout

Dr. Gold talks with Carol Wang, executive director of the Metro Omaha Medical Society, which has launched a website to help target burnout among health care providers.

Feb 22, 2017

Playhouse offers free ‘Rock of Ages’ tickets

Limited number of seats to March 2 preview performance available.

Feb 22, 2017

UNMC College of Nursing to celebrate 100th year

Since its first class began with 13 women on Oct. 16, 1917, in the “University of Nebraska School for Nurses,” more than 14,500 students have graduated.

Feb 22, 2017

Nursing students in the 1950s on the steps of University Hospital

Speaker offers photographic trip through Omaha history

Bill Gonzalez, the Durham Museum’s photo archive associate, speaks on campus today.

Feb 21, 2017

UNMC, Nebraska Medicine receive Summit Award

Award recognizes an extraordinary impact on Greater Omaha’s real estate development.

Feb 21, 2017

New faculty spotlight: Michael Weaver, D.O.

Dr. Weaver is an assistant professor and residency program director in physical medicine and rehabilitation.

Feb 21, 2017

Michael Weaver, D.O.

E-Gallery opens access for faculty

Number of modules expected to double by end of 2017.

Feb 21, 2017

Dele Davies, M.D.

LiveGreen: Spring cleaning already?

Dust mites, dander and mold can cause anything from minor irritation to serious illness.

Feb 21, 2017