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Patient Care

UNMC report: Access to dental care a challenge in Nebraska

Forty-eight counties are designated as general dentistry shortage areas.

Aug 6, 2013

Jim Stimpson, Ph. D.

Advisory council provides advice, direction on cancer center

Patient Family Advisory Council serves as sounding board as the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center takes shape.

Jul 29, 2013

From left, Jen Bartholomew speaks with Patricia and Shayla Gottschalk during a Patient Family Advisory Council tour of the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center mockup. (Photo by Taylor Wilson)

New laser a cutting edge treatment for retinal diseases

Advanced laser at UNMC the only one of its caliber in the United States.

Jul 29, 2013

Quan Dong Nguyen, M.D., left, and Diana Do, M.D.

Video: Ask UNMC – Chronic acid reflux

I have chronic acid reflux and take prescription medication. Do over-the-counter medications work just as well? (Featuring Mark Mailliard, M.D.)

Jul 12, 2013

Video: Ask UNMC – Controlling high blood pressure

How can I tell if I have high blood pressure and how can I bring it under control? (Featuring Jennifer Fillaus, M.D.)

Jul 5, 2013

The quest for whiter, straighter teeth

Study compares amount of plaque that builds-up on teeth using Invisalign® or traditional braces.

Jul 3, 2013

Video technology breaking down mental health care barriers

Videoconferencing system eliminates need to transport nursing home residents for mental health services.

Jul 1, 2013

Max Thacker, associate director of information technology services, demonstrates Vidyo by speaking with UNMC video services facilitator Pat Hoffman. The technology is being used to reach across the state.

Geriatric assessment service fills critical need in Kearney

UNMC College of Nursing showcases its Mobile Nurse Managed Clinic.

Jun 28, 2013

The UNMC College of Nursing's Mobile Nurse Managed Clinic.

Active education goes a long way for patients

The Nebraska Medical Center’s patient education website receives updates.

Jun 28, 2013

MMI program will expand behavioral health screenings for children

New bill would expand access to behavioral health screenings for children in Nebraska.

Jun 12, 2013

Joseph Evans, Ph. D.