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Transplant voices

UNMC’s second transplant recipient recalls the decision to “go for broke.”

Apr 3, 2013

James Armitage, M.D.

Coming Events

April 1 – UNMC celebrated the 30th anniversary of its bone marrow/peripheral stem cell transplant program. April 12-14 – The inaugural Nebraska Science Festival will feature science- and technology-related activities across the Omaha area, all with the goal of making science accessible, interactive, relevant and fun for kids and adults alike. Bill Nye, “The Science […]

Apr 2, 2013

COM Student of the Month – Meredith Humphreys, first-year student

Each month, InterCOM will highlight a “Student of the Month” from the College of Medicine. Students will be featured for their participation in activities outside of medical school and for making a difference in the community.

Apr 2, 2013

Chancellor search proceeding on schedule

The search for the next UNMC chancellor is on schedule, said Jim Linder, M.D., search committee chair.

Apr 2, 2013

Dr. Zheng elevated to associate vice chancellor for academic affairs

Jialin Zheng, M.D., has been named associate vice chancellor for academic affairs overseeing the University of Nebraska Medical Center’s Asia Pacific Rim Development Program (APRDP).

Apr 2, 2013

Vital Pin recipients announced

UNMC employees are noted in the categories of Leadership, Team, Excellence and Resource.

Apr 2, 2013

Employees who get six Vital Thank 'U' awards for a particular brand value receive the Vital Pin that corresponds with that value.

COM faculty capture prestigious awards

Drs. Vandenberg, Porter and Swindells win university-wide recognition.

Apr 2, 2013

Ed Vandenberg, M.D.

UNMC History 101 – The dean of deans

C.W.M. Poynter was known as a great teacher and leader.

Apr 2, 2013

C.W.M. Poynter's portrait (1944) currently hangs in the library on the eighth floor of Wittson Hall.

Briefs

Tom Tape, M.D., professor, internal medicine, chief of the division of general internal medicine, and vice chair of clinical affairs for internal medicine, has been elected to the Board of Regents of the American College of Physicians (ACP), the national organization of internists. The Board of Regents manages the business and affairs of ACP and […]

Apr 2, 2013

Surgeons implant state’s first Total Artificial Heart

Weeping Water man now awaits second transplant.

Apr 2, 2013

(Left to right): Ioana Dumitru, M.D., John Um, M.D., and patient Greg Rathe spoke to local media at a news conference March 27. Rathe told reporters he’s looking forward to getting stronger to be there for his 4-year-old son.