College of Medicine

First UNMC Kearney medical class to be awarded scholarships

The new scholarships will cover at least half the cost of medical school tuition for all four years for the first class of medical students at Kearney.

Feb 23, 2026

The Health Science Education Center II at the Douglas A. Kristensen Rural Health Education Complex at the University of Nebraska at Kearney

Dr. O’Dell celebrated for more than 40 years at UNMC

James O’Dell, MD, recognized for ‘incredible contributions to the success of UNMC.’

Feb 19, 2026

James O'Dell, MD, addressed colleagues and friends during an event celebrating his UNMC service.

Abbey Fingeret, MD, PhD, named Varner Educator Laureate

Dr. Fingeret, an associate professor of surgical oncology who joined UNMC in 2016, called the recognition an extraordinary honor.

Feb 4, 2026

Abbey Fingeret, MD, PhD

MD-PhD scholar advances UNMC rheumatology research in Sweden

Nozima Aripova recently completed a rotation at the Karolinska Institute.

Feb 3, 2026

UNMC MD-PhD Program Scholar Nozima Aripova recently completed an external research rotation at the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden.

UNMC Department of Pediatrics releases annual report

The report showcases achievements in specialty medicine, data innovation, patient care, community engagement and more.

Jan 30, 2026

Kari Simonsen, MD, chair of the UNMC Department of Pediatrics

Mary Petersen to retire from UNMC after 30 years 

Nursing veteran held many roles at the med center during her distinguished career. 

Jan 28, 2026

Mary Petersen

Dr. Thompson appointed critical care anesthesiology chief

Shaun Thompson, MD, brings extensive leadership experience to his new position.

Jan 28, 2026

Shaun Thompson, MD, critical care anesthesiology division chief

New faculty spotlight: Carlos Fernández-Peña, PhD

Dr. Fernández-Peña is an assistant professor in the UNMC Department of Neurological Sciences.

Jan 28, 2026

Carlos Fernández-Peña, PhD

New startup rises from ‘farm to pharmacy’ collaboration

UNMC researchers, supporters team with Nebraska farming to attack neurodegenerative diseases.

Jan 27, 2026

UNMC researchers and the Oehlerking and Swarts families met in 2024 for a “Corn Farm Fest” in Elmwood, Nebraska.

Olson Center sets series on women’s heart health

Olson Center for Women’s Health, Nebraska Medicine Cardiovascular Services team for monthly series.

Jan 27, 2026

From left, Christina Dunbar Matos, DO; Jennifer Nickol, DO, Pallavi Satuluri, MBBS, and Kali Gagnon, DO, will speak during American Heart Month.