College of Medicine
UNMC for the record, Nov. 6, 2026
McGoogan’s Schmidt recognized, Allied Health Professions’ dean speaks on AI, interprofessional team wins presentation competition.
Nov 6, 2026
College kudos, and a thanks to our veterans
As holidays approach, the process for selecting the college’s next dean also is proceeding.
Nov 5, 2026
Med student of the month: Luke Polacek
Polacek, a Wayne State graduate, is a drummer who enjoys the outdoors.
Nov 5, 2026
HOAA Halloween event again proves popular
House officers’ families trick-or-treated at the Wigton Heritage Center in October.
Nov 5, 2026
Dr. Fingeret named to new leadership role in college
Abbey Fingeret, MD, PhD, has been named assistant dean for faculty development in the college of medicine.
Nov 5, 2026
College leaders visit new Kearney medical training center
Visit allowed educators to meet and mentor inaugural class of Kearney medical students.
Nov 5, 2026
Medical research highlights, September 2026
The college recently received grants and awards representing more than $18 million in new funding.
Nov 5, 2026
A record year for med student summer research program
More than 100 students took part in the event, the most ever.
Nov 5, 2026
Dr. Nelson named to new family medicine-obstetrics fellowship
Goal is to provide advanced obstetric training for family physicians in rural and underserved communities.
Nov 5, 2026
New AHEC scholars, deputy director begin at UNMC
Caitlyn Wayment named deputy director and program manager as 76 new AHEC scholars begin two-year program.
Nov 5, 2026