Press Release
Three Nebraska universities are launching an all-out attack on diseases of the brain with the creation of a Center for Neurovirology and Neurodegenerative Disorders. The purpose of the center, which was approved by the University of Nebraska Board of Regents on Sept. 5, is to combine clinical and basic research efforts in diseases of the […]
Sep 10, 1997
First UNMC Clinic Run By Students To Provide Care for Needy South Omaha Families
Needy South Omaha families now have a new option for their health-care needs, as medical and nursing students from the University of Nebraska Medical Center have started a clinic in South Omaha to provide quality, low-cost health care to families in need. The clinic, located in the South Omaha Neighborhood Association building at 5211 S. […]
Sep 9, 1997
Richard D. Klausner, M.D., director of the National Cancer Institute, will deliver the keynote address at the University of Nebraska Medical Center’s Cancer Genetics and Therapeutics Symposium in Omaha Friday, Sept. 12. The symposium will address new research and treatment in cancer and will be held on campus at the Eppley Science Hall Amphitheater. The […]
Sep 8, 1997
Director of National Cancer Institute to Deliver Keynote Address at UNMC Cancer Symposium
Richard D. Klausner, M.D., director of the National Cancer Institute, will deliver the keynote address at the University of Nebraska Medical Center’s Cancer Genetics and Therapeutics Symposium in Omaha Friday, Sept. 12. The symposium will address new research and treatment in cancer and will be held on campus at the Eppley Science Hall Amphitheater. The […]
Sep 8, 1997
The University of Nebraska Medical Center will hold free educational sessions on diabetes at four Nebraska sites during September, in conjunction with support group meetings of the American Diabetes Association. Open to the public, the sessions will be held in Grand Island, Gothenburg, Hastings and Kearney. “Diabetes Mellitus: An educational Update,” will be presented for […]
Sep 8, 1997
Perry J. Johnson, M.D., Joins UNMC as Plastic, Reconstructive Surgeon
Perry J. Johnson, M.D., a plastic and reconstructive surgeon, has joined the University of Nebraska Medical Center’s faculty as assistant professor in the department of surgery. He also has a faculty appointment with the Veterans Administration Medical Center. Dr. Johnson will perform a full range of plastic and reconstructive surgery, including correction of facial nerve […]
Aug 25, 1997
Thomas Cockayne, Ph.D., Assumes Post as Director Of the UNMC Center for Continuing Education
Thomas Cockayne Jr., Ph.D., has been appointed director of the Center for Continuing Education at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. Prior to joining UNMC, Dr. Cockayne was the director of medical education for Aurora HealthCare, an integrated health-care delivery system headquartered in Milwaukee. Dr. Cockayne was responsible for fiscal and administrative management of graduate […]
Aug 25, 1997
UNMC Offers Educational Program on Major Depression, Schizophrenia, Manic-depressive Illnesses
The University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Nursing will offer a course titled, “Managing Life with Mental Illness.” The course is for those with major depression, schizophrenia, manic-depressive illnesses, their family, friends and health care professionals. The course will run from 6:15 to 9:15 p.m. on 12 consecutive Tuesdays, beginning Sept. 9 and running […]
Aug 22, 1997
48 UNMC Students to Receive Diplomas at Commencement Aug. 22
Diplomas and certificates will be conferred on 48 University of Nebraska Medical Center students Aug. 22 from the College of Nursing, College of Pharmacy, Graduate College and the School of Allied Health Professions. The breakdown includes: one master of science in nursing; seven master of science degrees; three doctor of philosophy degrees; one doctor of […]
Aug 19, 1997
UNMC’s Mini-Medical School Series on Lung, Respiratory Disorders Offered in Omaha, Norfolk
The University of Nebraska Medical Center will offer a free mini-medical school for anyone interested in learning about disorders of the lungs and the respiratory system. Beginning Sept. 10, the six-week series will run Wednesday nights from 7 to 8:45 p.m in the Cooper Auditorium of the UNMC College of Nursing in Omaha. The series […]
Aug 19, 1997