Press Release
New UNMC emergency residency program proving fruitful
The University of Nebraska Medical Center and Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff are improving the health of Nebraska through UNMC’s new UNMC Emergency Medicine Residency Program. The program means no longer will UNMC, and Nebraska, lose six new residents to other states in order for residents to pursue training in the emergency medicine […]
Nov 9, 2006
Two medical center employees to be honored with Light of Wellness Award from WELCOM
The Wellness Council of the Midlands (WELCOM) will be honoring 10 individuals and one group with the William M. Kizer Light of Wellness Award on Thursday, Nov. 16. This marks the fifth consecutive year that WELCOM has given the awards. Eight individuals will be recognized for making successful changes in their health habits as […]
Nov 8, 2006
James Anderson, Ph.D., appointed chairman of National Cancer Institute Subcommittee
James Anderson, Ph.D., chairman of UNMC’s Department of Preventative and Societal Medicine, has been appointed chairman of the National Cancer Institute (NCI) Initial Review Group Subcommittee on Clinical Groups. The subcommittee is responsible for conducting the scientific reviews of the NCI-funded cancer cooperative groups. “NCI funds a cooperative program, which includes hospitals, researchers […]
Nov 8, 2006
UNMC’s rare book collection worth $3.4 million back home after extensive library renovation
A collection of rare medical books worth an estimated $3.4 million owned by the University of Nebraska Medical Center, is back where it belongs in the UNMC McGoogan Library of Medicine following months of extensive renovations to the library’s two rare book rooms. There are nearly 4,250 volumes in the collection that’s considered one of […]
Nov 6, 2006
New laser treatment, safer, more effective way to eliminate varicose veins
Endovenous laser treatment (EVLT) is a simple, non-surgical procedure performed right in the office. “It’s a quick and simple way to alleviate varicose veins,” said radiologist Anthony Adelson, M.D., who is also the section head of interventional radiology at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. “Most patients are walking within minutes after the procedure and […]
Nov 2, 2006
Medical applications surge at UNMC, as recruiting yields results
For the past several years, medical school applications at the University of Nebraska Medical Center have risen faster than the national average. Since 2001, interest in UNMC’s College of Medicine has steadily grown. Last year, the college had a 14 percent increase in its application rate, receiving 1,268 applications to fill 120 seats in […]
Nov 1, 2006
Nebraska first Lady Sally Ganem to highlight fundraiser for pulmonary hypertension benefit on Nov. 11
Pulmonary hypertension has been diagnosed in more than 100,000 Americans and may be misdiagnosed in thousands more, unless there is more awareness in the community. That’s why the need for expanded public education – above all – sets the tone for the Phenomenal Hope for a Cure association’s first brunch and auction fundraiser. The […]
Nov 1, 2006
New procedure, clinical trial address vascular plaque
A new procedure to remove plaque from the lower extremities enables patients with peripheral vascular disease (PVD) to walk pain-free. This same procedure allows scientists to evaluate the biologic profile of plaque, a fatty substance that stems or blocks normal blood flow. University of Nebraska Medical Center surgeons are using a new plaque excision […]
Oct 31, 2006
Major gift allows UNMC to name three facilities in honor of legendary physician and his spouse
Lots of terms come to mind when trying to describe Fred Paustian, M.D. Teacher. Mentor. Problem solver. Clinician. Master diagnostician. Leader. Competitor. And, oh yeah, add one more to the list – legend. After an illustrious career spanning nearly 40 years at UNMC, Dr. Paustian and his wife, Mary Ann “Maisie,” were […]
Oct 25, 2006
Ruth and Bill Scott make another major gift to UNMC
They’ve done it again. Omaha philanthropists Ruth and Bill Scott have made another major investment – their third this year – to the University of Nebraska Foundation to advance the objectives of the University of Nebraska Medical Center. The latest Scotts’ gift honors their longtime friends, Fred Paustian, M.D., and his wife, Mary […]
Oct 25, 2006