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A message from the dean

In my annual State of the College of Medicine address last week, I tried to provide an objective view of just exactly what the College of Medicine is facing – the good and the not so good.

Apr 21, 2014

Bradley Britigan, M.D.

SciFest just one of UNMC’s science literacy efforts

Second annual Nebraska Science Festival will begin Thursday.

Apr 18, 2014

Students enjoying activities at the 2013 Nebraska Science Festival.

Dr. Oleynikov receives major university award

University of Nebraska President James B. Milliken has announced the 2014 winners of the university’s most prestigious awards for teaching, research and engagement, and UNMC’s Dmitry Oleynikov, M.D., is a recipient of the Innovation, Development and Engagement Award (IDEA).

Apr 18, 2014

Dmitry Oleynikov, M.D.

181 UNMC physicians make Best Doctors list

A total of 181 UNMC and The Nebraska Medical Center physicians have been recognized on this year’s list of Best Doctors in America®. The doctors include private practice physicians as well as full and part-time faculty at UNMC who are also affiliated with UNMC Physicians, the UNMC faculty physician group.

Apr 18, 2014

Dr. Linder named interim president of University of Nebraska

At its March 21 meeting, the University of Nebraska Board of Regents approved the appointment of James Linder, M.D., of Omaha, as interim president of the university, effective May 3.

Apr 18, 2014

James Linder, M.D.

Dr. Torres-Russotto wins mentoring award

Diego Torres-Russotto, M.D., enjoys watching his students present their work. His commitment to his students is one reason Dr. Torres-Russotto was selected as the inaugural recipient of the Student Senate’s Distinguished Mentor Award.

Apr 18, 2014

Diego Torres-Russotto, M.D.

UNMC allergist provides tips for those with allergies

Trees in Nebraska are pollinating in full swing this month. Grass pollen tends to begin in May or June. And ragweed will be along around Aug. 15, give or take a day or two.

For many Nebraskans that means sneezing, nasal congestion, itchy and runny noses and watery eyes.

Apr 18, 2014

Jill Poole, M.D.

Research Leadership Award: Wallace Thoreson, Ph.D.

Dr. Thoreson honored for research, mentorship accomplishments.

Apr 18, 2014

Wallace Thorseon, Ph.D.

UNMC for the record

News and notes from the UNMC community.

Apr 18, 2014

Student spotlight – Meet Daniel Lomelin

Former anthropology student found public health an area that combined his interests.

Apr 18, 2014