Christopher Balwanz, M.D., is a new faculty member at UNMC.
- Name: Christopher Balwanz, M.D.
- Hometown: Omaha
- Title and department at UNMC: Assistant professor, UNMC Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Cardiology
Research/professional interests:
Peripheral vascular disease imaging, cardio oncology and health information systems.
How I fell in love with medicine:
I started volunteering at a burn unit in college and knew that I would pursue a career in medicine. I had an amazing experience in medical school here at UNMC and decided to pursue internal medicine and cardiovascular diseases for the variety and complexity of patients.
Degrees:
- M.D., UNMC
- Residency, University of California – Davis
Memberships:
- American College of Cardiology
- American Board of Internal Medicine
- American Heart Association
Three things people may not know about me
- I am an avid Husker football fan.
- I am an avid Husker basketball fan.
- I enjoy spending time with my wife and two dogs.
Welcome to UNMC – Carol