About Us
The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation provides specialized training in diagnosing and treating the musculoskeletal system, including bones, joints, tendons, and ligaments. The department offers education opportunities to medical students, residents, and fellows to learn how to diagnose and treat conditions in nine orthopaedic surgery subspecialties.
Leadership
L. Thomas Hood, MD, Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation
Chair, UNMC Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation

L. Thomas Hood, MD, Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation
Vice Chair of Clinical Services, UNMC Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation
Associate Professor
Neuroscience Rotation Director, Pain Medicine, University of Nebraska Medical Center
Medical Director, Physical & Occupational Therapy, Nebraska Medicine
Medical Director, Spine Program, Nebraska Medicine

Vice Chair of Research, UNMC Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation
Professor

Herman Frank Johnson, MD Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation
Vice Chair of Education, UNMC Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation
Director, Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program
Professor
Medical Director, Orthopaedic Clinic, Nebraska Medicine
Medical Director, Peri-Operative Services, Nebraska Medicine

Vice Chair of Diversity, UNMC Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation
Assistant Professor

Administrative Director

Additional Information
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation
985640 Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE 68198-5640
Phone: 402-559-4251
Fax: 402-559-5511