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Dr. Vose speaks against unnecessary CT, PET scans in NEJM letter
Those in complete remission from lymphoma who have no symptoms don’t need routinely scheduled computed tomography (CT) scans or positron-emission tomography (PET) scans for check-ups, say lymphoma experts including UNMC’s Julie Vose, M.D.
Mar 11, 2010
Faculty award nominations due Friday
Nominations are due Friday for this year’s Outstanding Teacher Awards, Spirit of Community Service Award and Outstanding Mentor of Graduate Students Award.
Mar 11, 2010
Drs. Shaw and Paulman receive universitywide awards
UNMC’s Paul Paulman, M.D., and Bud Shaw, M.D., have received universitywide awards for teaching and innovation respectively, University of Nebraska President James B. Milliken, J.D., announced on Wednesday.
Mar 11, 2010
Faculty and staff to receive summary of annual compensation
Each benefits eligible UNMC faculty and staff member will soon receive a report that summarizes his or her pay and benefits for 2009.
Mar 10, 2010
‘Extraordinary Measures’ film features treatment given at UNMC
Fred Haan didn’t need to see “Extraordinary Measures,” a movie about a fatal genetic disorder, on the big screen to know how it ends. He lives the story of Pompe disease every day.
Mar 10, 2010
Wellness Wednesday – Raising awareness about kidney health
Kidney diseases affect 600 million people worldwide — approximately one in ten people.
Mar 10, 2010
Meet UNMC Distinguished Scientist Tadayoshi Bessho, Ph.D.
UNMC researcher Tadayoshi Bessho, Ph.D., answers questions about his work, life and interests.
Mar 10, 2010
UNMC faculty among University of Nebraska top research, teaching, engagement award winners
University of Nebraska President James B. Milliken has announced the 2010 winners of the university’s most prestigious awards for research, teaching and engagement. UNMC faculty members were among the recipients. The university-wide awards recognize faculty whose efforts have made a strong impact on students, the university and the state, according to Milliken. “It’s important […]
Mar 10, 2010
UNMC lymphoma expert: avoid unnecessary CT, PET scans
If you have been treated for lymphoma, are in complete remission and have no symptoms, lymphoma experts say there is no reason to have routinely scheduled computed tomography (CT) scan or positron-emission tomography (PET) scans for check-ups. The tests could expose patients to low-dose radiation from the medical imaging. Patients might be at […]
Mar 10, 2010
Dr. Markin named interim College of Medicine dean
Rod Markin, M.D., Ph.D., has been named interim dean of the College of Medicine, effective July 1.
Mar 9, 2010