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UNMC to implement new password security procedure

In coordination with HIPAA regulations and improving security for information technology resources, a new password security procedure is being implemented at UNMC.

Nov 13, 2002

UNMC to host international conferences in Omaha Nov. 14-16 on bone marrow, stem cell transplantation

The University of Nebraska Medical Center, which is recognized nationally and internationally for its expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of leukemia and lymphoma, will host two conferences Nov. 14-16 on bone marrow and stem cell transplantation. The conferences, to be held at the DoubleTree Hotel in downtown Omaha, will focus on advances made in […]

Nov 13, 2002

Dentistry to provide dental care to 125 underserved kids

The UNMC College of Dentistry in Lincoln will host Children’s Dental Day Thursday, Nov. 14, providing free dental care and education to 125 underserved children from Norfolk and Fremont.

Nov 13, 2002

Zip your lip — a weekly HIPAA message

HIPAA, the “Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996,” provides federal protection of patient health information. You will be receiving weekly messages to help you understand the topic and how it impacts your job. Today’s HIPAA message deals with a patient’s test results and billing records, as well as what information can be disclosed to callers or visitors.

Nov 12, 2002

UNMC Benefits Corner — when can I change my benefits choices

The UNMC Human Resources office will be sharing a series of articles designed to help employees better understand their benefits. This week’s UNMC Benefits Corner explains when employees can change their benefits choices.

Nov 12, 2002

Winter Health Tune Up Nov. 16 offers health screenings, flu shots

The University Medical Associates, the physician group practice of UNMC, invites the public to its free “Winter Health Tune Up,” event Saturday, Nov. 16, from 9 to 11 a.m., at Clarkson West Medical Center building, 144th and Center streets near the Oak View Mall.

Nov 12, 2002

UNMC first quarter research grants exceed $16.8 million

UNMC received more than $16.8 million in federal research grants during the first three months of fiscal year 2002-03. The first quarter includes the months of July, August and September. This represents a $2.8 million increase over the first quarter total of $14 million the previous year.

Nov 11, 2002

UNMC student awarded $5,000 scholarship by AAMC

Anise Adams, an African American, fourth-year medical student at UNMC has received the 2002-2003 Academic Physician and Scientist Minority Medical Student Scholarship for $5,000.

Nov 11, 2002

George Hemstreet, III, M.D., Ph.D. named Malashock Chair of urologic surgery at UNMC

A leading expert in bladder and prostate cancer, George Hemstreet, III, M.D., Ph.D., has been named the Malashock Chair in urologic surgery, chief of the section of urologic surgery and professor of surgery, at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. A native of the Netherlands, Dr. Hemstreet joins UNMC after serving 20 years as a […]

Nov 11, 2002

UNMC medical student Anise Adams awarded $5,000 scholarship by association of American Medical Colleges

Anise Adams, an African American, fourth-year medical student at University of Nebraska Medical Center has received the 2002-2003 Academic Physician and Scientist Minority Medical Student Scholarship for $5,000. The scholarship is awarded to a medical student who is in good academic standing from a traditionally underrepresented group as defined by the Association of American Medical […]

Nov 10, 2002