College of Allied Health Professions

Our People
- Career Exploration Overview
- - Clinical, Diagnostic, & Therapeutic Sciences
    Includes Cardiovascular Interventional Technology, Computed Tomography, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Medical Laboratory Science, Radiation Therapy, and Radiography
  - Health & Rehabilitation Sciences
    Includes Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy
  - Medical Sciences
    Includes Clinical Perfusion, Diagnostic Cytology, Genetic Counseling, Medical Nutrition, and Physician Assistant.
  - Allied Health Professions Education, Research, & Practice
    Includes graduate programs for practicing health care professionals as well as interprofessional non-degree coursework and distance education programs.
- Academics Overview
- Our Programs
  Learn about our academic programs and how to apply.
- Costs
  The cost of your education is an investment in your future as a healthcare professional.
- Financial Aid & Scholarships
  Tuition Assistance is Available for both Residents and Non-Residents of Nebraska.
- Mission and Purpose
  Through our education programs, research, clinical care, and community outreach the CAHP transforms lives to create a healthy future for individuals and communities.
- Academic Calendar
  The UNMC catalog lists dates and events by academic year.
- Student & Graduate Outcomes
  We are proud of our graduates’ exam scores and employment rates.
Research
Events
Patient Safety

— College of Allied Health Professions — Our People — Office of Research Affairs

Office of Research Affairs

Faculty and Staff

Laura D. Bilek, PT, PhD

Associate Dean for Research
Professor

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Phone: 402-559-6923

Laura D. Bilek, PT, PhD

Yvonne Golightly, PT, MS, PhD

Assistant Dean for Research
Professor

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Phone: 402-559-5183

Yvonne Golightly, PT, MS, PhD

Kara Smith, MS

Research Administration

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Phone: 402-559-6513

Kara Smith

Cherie Kimble, BS

Grants Administrative Coordinator

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Phone: 402-559-3319

Cherie Kimble

Office Functions:

Funding identification
Grant writing support
Grant review & submission
Grants management
SPA liaison
IRB liaison
Research compliance
VCR & RRB liaison
Promote evidence-based practice education
Graduate programming
Manage research FTE

This list is not comprehensive. Please contact us with any questions.

The office is located in the Student Life Center, Room 3038, campus zip 4219.