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Med center shows up strong for Heart Walk

Nebraska Medicine and UNMC teamed to raise more than $15,000 for event.

May 29, 2019

The UNMC/Nebraska Medicine team at the Heart Walk.

Blackstone passes available to UNMC employees, students

The pass will be good at most Blackstone businesses and will offer the cardholder 10% off certain food, drink, services or products.

May 28, 2019

LiveGreen: Composting for beginners

A LiveGreen ambassador details her effort to start composting at home.

May 28, 2019

(Photo by Mike Berg)

Gov. Ricketts approves state budget package, including NU funding

The budget funds NU’s request for state dollar increases of 3% in 2019-20 and 3.7% in 2020-21.

May 28, 2019

(Photo by Mawhamba.net/Wikimedia Commons)

UNMC study to focus on pain perception in children with cerebral palsy

UNMC Munroe-Meyer Institute Professor Max Kurz, Ph.D., leads the study.

May 28, 2019

Department members make significant contribution to SCA Annual Meeting

The 13 attending department members held roles in 10 scientific sessions and presented six abstracts on department work.

May 28, 2019

Sara Foulke, M.D., and Megan Chacon, M.D., present their abstract at the 41st annual Society of Cardiovascular Anesthesiologists annual meeting.

Dr. Hershberger receives Golden Apple Award from first-year students

Pulmonologist/critical care specialist is recognized for his genuine concern for each student’s success

May 28, 2019

Dr. Mehta receives Golden Apple Award from second-year students

Beloved professor used to encourage students to take a few minutes and enjoy life to the fullest

May 28, 2019

Drs. Ashford and Richards receive Golden Apple Awards from fourth-year students

Dr. Ashford cited for getting to know students and pushing them, while Dr. Richards is recognized for volunteering his time to help teach gross anatomy class.

May 28, 2019

Drs. Alan Richards (left) and Allison Ashford

COM resident of the month

OB/GYN resident praises training program for exposing her to what lies ahead after her residency

May 28, 2019