Press Release
UNMC researcher offers rare glimpse into Parkinson’s disease using neuroimaging
A University of Nebraska Medical Center research team has found a way to monitor brain injuries that occur in Parkinson’s disease providing clinicians a rare glimpse into the disease process. By using magnetoencephalography (MEG) imaging Tony Wilson, Ph.D., an assistant professor in the UNMC Department of Pharmacology and Experimental Neuroscience and lead study investigator, was […]
May 16, 2013
UNMC physician first in state to receive grant focused on patient outcomes
Study will look at best treatment options for advanced-stage lung cancer
May 15, 2013
UNMC weight loss study producing results in Columbus, 10-county area
Cindy Vrba has tried many popular weight loss programs with little success. Finally she lost 72 pounds with UNMC’s help.
May 10, 2013
Public invited May 14 to learn about new Kearney-area service for older adults
The College of Nursing will showcase its mobile comprehensive geriatric assessment service May 14
May 8, 2013
New cancer buildings to be named for CL Werner, Suzanne and Walter Scott
Multiple foundations, individuals also make major gifts
May 7, 2013
Buffett gift will create Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center
Omaha, Neb – The University of Nebraska Medical Center and The Nebraska Medical Center announced today that their cancer center project in midtown Omaha has a name: the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center. The cancer center will be named for Fred and Pamela Buffett in recognition of a gift from Pamela Buffett, through her […]
May 3, 2013
UNMC administrators to visit Auburn May 6
Dean, PA director to visit Auburn May 6 to meet with community leaders and medical professionals in the area
Apr 30, 2013
UNMC College of Dentistry offers free seminar to dentists and dental hygienists
Faculty from the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry will go to Grand Island, North Platte and Scottsbluff next month to provide training to dental health professionals on managing patients who have severe inflammation caused by periodontal disease. The annual UNMC College of Dentistry Dental Education Caravan will feature presentations by Richard Reinhardt, […]
Apr 26, 2013
Heart-lung machine focus of May 7 Omaha Science Cafe
David Holt, program director for clinical perfusion at the University of Nebraska Medical Center will discuss the mystery, science and art of the heart-lung machine at the next Omaha Science Café at 7 p.m., May 7 at the Slowdown, 729 N. 14th St. A UNMC educator and practitioner in the field, Holt will discuss how […]
Apr 25, 2013
UNMC to honor three individuals at May 4 commencement
At its May 4 commencement exercise the University of Nebraska Medical Center will recognize three individuals for their commitment to serve Nebraskans through their support and promotion of campus growth, service to our armed forces and citizens in rural communities. Maj. Gen. Kimberly A. Siniscalchi, Bruce Lauritzen and Kenton Shaffer, M.D., each exemplify the mission […]
Apr 24, 2013