College of Medicine

- Admissions Overview
- - MD Program
    UNMC's rigorous academics, diverse clinical experiences and supportive environment put you on the path to becoming a skilled, compassionate physician.
  - How to Apply
    UNMC prepares medical degree students to meet the needs of patients through clinical practice, biomedical science and research, problem-solving and compassion.
  - Contact Us
    Review contact information for the Office of Admissions and Student Affairs in the College of Medicine at UNMC.
  - Verification and State Licensure
    Review opportunities for state licensure following completion of the MD program in the College of Medicine at UNMC.
- - MD-MBA Program
    A combined MD-MBA degree equips you with the tools you need to become highly skilled in both management and medicine.
  - MD-MPH Program
    Pursue your passion for public health and medicine with a combined MD-MPH and help solve complex health problems.
  - MD-PhD Program
    Do you have a passion for caring for patients and for research? Consider the dual MD-PhD degree.
- Education Overview
- - Curriculum
    Our curriculum produces physicians whose foundation in basic, clinical, and health systems sciences prepare them to promote health and reduce patient suffering.
  - Graduation Requirements
    Review requirements for students pursuing an MD at the UNMC College of Medicine to graduate and receive their degree.
  - Objectives
    The objectives of UNMC's medical degree program are to prepare you for success in primary care or specialty fields.
  - Community Service
    Active participation in community service provides critical opportunities to apply skills and knowledge gained in medical school and develop a sense of empathy.
- - Enhanced Medical Education
    Enhanced Medical Education Tracks offer medical students an opportunity to perform an in-depth study of an interdisciplinary field of medicine.
  - MD Honor’s Thesis Program
    The MD honors thesis encourages students to engage in scientific research during medical education and become eligible to graduate with honors.
- Research Overview
- Internal Grants
  The College of Medicine has a variety of research-related grant and award opportunities available to UNMC faculty.
- Comparative Effectiveness Research
  The Comparative Effectiveness Research (CER) program identifies knowledge gaps in the effectiveness of clinical care and improves CER in these areas.
- Great Plains IDeA-CTR
  The Great Plains IDeA-CTR is a collaborative effort between nine regional institutions that provides training, resources. and funding to regional researchers.
- Research and Development Committee
  The Research and Development Committee handles funding opportunities for faculty, including the Bridge Funding program, and student research opportunities.
- Student Opportunities
  The College of Medicine provides a variety of research opportunities for both current and prospective UNMC students.
- Residencies & Fellowships Overview
- Graduate Medical Education Programs
  UNMC's dozens of programs--including nearly 20 in internal medicine--allow residents and fellows a variety of specialties.
- House Officer Resources
  Find information for residents and fellows, including salaries, benefits and nearby housing.
- House Officer Wellness
  Wellness resources for residents and fellows include an assistance program and a private wellness lounge.
- Research
  We aim to facilitate house officers’ involvement in research in the areas of patient safety, quality improvement, healthcare disparities and education research.
- Salary and Benefits
  Paid vacation and professional leave, health insurance and meal allowances are just a few of the benefits residents receive in addition to their yearly salary.
- Contact Us
  Reach out to the Graduate Medical Education office for information about benefits, contracts, orientation or graduation.
Departments
Patient Care

EMBRACE Maternal Health Initiative

The Excellence in Maternal Birth Outcomes through Rigorous Assessment and Community Engagement (EMBRACE) program is a cornerstone of Nebraska’s obstetrical transformation, supporting safer maternal care through systemize collaboration, data driven education, and structured program assessment to improve maternal and neonatal outcomes.

Based at UNMC and Nebraska Medicine, EMBRACE is a statewide obstetrical initiative that integrates health system collaboration through clinical programs, education and community engagement. Its goal is to advance equitable maternal health and reduce persistent disparities across Nebraska.

Illustration showing the University of Nebraska Medical Center connecting research, education, community engagement, and health systems across Nebraska to advance maternal health. The graphic depicts the EMBRACE program which integrates health system partnerships, education, community engagement, and program assessment to advance maternal health across Nebraska.

Program Goals

Improve access to high-quality care for pregnant and postpartum patients.
Improve maternal and postpartum outcomes statewide, with a focus on populations experiencing disproportionate risk.

Advance UNMC and Nebraska Medicine's mission in maternal health, education, and service through collaboration.
Establish a sustainable academic infrastructure to support innovation, evaluation, and dissemination of best practices.

Join Us in Transforming Maternal Health

Whether you are a health care provider, hospital administrator, community organization, or potential funder, there’s a role for you in the EMBRACE initiative.

Contact Information: EMBRACE Manager, Briley Patterson, BSN, RN, bpatterson@nebraskamed.com.

Briley Patterson

Why EMBRACE Matters

Learn how EMBRACE addresses critical gaps in maternal health and improves outcomes across Nebraska.

EMBRACE Program Framework

Explore the structure, guiding principles, and key components that shape EMBRACE initiatives.

EMBRACE Collaborations

View the statewide network of partners that will work together to advance coordinated maternal care.

EMBRACE Funding

Explore the funding sources that make our work possible and sustain our commitment to education, research, and patient care.

EMBRACE Team

Meet the interdisciplinary team leading EMBRACE efforts in education, research, and community engagement.