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Rare heart surgery performed at The Nebraska Medical Center
A world-class procedure and a first for North America. A life threatening aneurysm is successfully repaired at The Nebraska Medical Center using a complex technique dubbed the “frozen elephant trunk.” Published medical reports indicate this is the first time this groundbreaking procedure has been completed in the United States or Canada.
Jan 25, 2007
Stephen Rennard, M.D., receives 2006 Pfizer Visiting Professorship in Pulmonology award
Stephen Rennard, M.D., one of the world’s leading experts in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), is one of 10 recipients in the country to be selected for the 2006 Pfizer Visiting Professorship in Pulmonology Award. Dr. Rennard, Larson Professor of Medicine, UNMC Pulmonary and Critical Care Section, will travel in March to the University of […]
Jan 25, 2007
Walk and Roll set for Feb. 18
UNMC’s Munroe-Meyer Institute and the C. Louis Meyer Foundation will hold their third-annual “Walk & Roll for Disabilities” inside Omaha’s Westroads Mall on Sunday, Feb. 18.
Jan 24, 2007
Partnership event at Joslyn offers western-style fun
Western-themed fun will be the order of the day on Saturday during a Passport Partners event at Joslyn Art Museum.
Jan 24, 2007
Meet Distinguished Scientist Ming-Fong Lin, Ph.D.
UNMC researcher Ming-Fong Lin, Ph.D., answers questions about his work, life and interests. NOTE: This profile is part of a series highlighting the 25 researchers who were named UNMC Distinguished Scientists for 2006. Each of these researchers will be profiled in UNMC Today leading up to a March 12 ceremony to recognize their achievements.
Jan 24, 2007
Advocate illustrates American Indian health care status
Her presentation was simple, startling and very personal.For more than an hour, Carole Anne Heart weaved stories from her life into the facts and figures she presented about American Indians to the 20 undergraduate students visiting UNMC earlier this month for a cultural competency.
Jan 23, 2007
Avian flu education — Preparation goes beyond avian flu
Even if an avian influenza pandemic never becomes a reality, it’s always a good idea to be prepared for it and other disasters, said Sharon Medcalf, associate director of the Center for Biopreparedness Education.
Jan 23, 2007
Dr. Hinrichs to lead COM’s research development
Steven Hinrichs, M.D., has been named the College of Medicine’s new senior associate dean for research development, the college’s dean, John Gollan, M.D., Ph.D., has announced.
Jan 23, 2007
Regents approve further exploration of Norfolk nursing division
The University of Nebraska Board of Regents on Friday gave unanimous approval for UNMC to explore the next phase toward establishing a nursing division in Norfolk.
Jan 22, 2007
UNMC Munroe-Meyer Institute Feb. 18 ‘Walk & Roll for Disabilities;’ to benefit adults with developmental disabilities
The University of Nebraska Medical Center Munroe-Meyer Institute and the C. Louis Meyer Foundation invite the public to participate in its third annual “Walk & Roll for Disabilities.” The event will be held inside Westroads Mall, on Sunday, Feb. 18. Registration cost is $15 per person and includes a T-shirt, refreshments and entertainment. Door prizes […]
Jan 22, 2007