Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation
News and updates from Dr. Kevin Garvin, professor and chair of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Nebraska Medical Center.
Aug 25, 2015
UNMC Orthopaedics raises the educational bar
The Department welcomes five new residents to the program this year. The ACGME-approved resident increase will provide more learning opportunities for residents.
Aug 25, 2015
Answering the call: Disaster relief for Nepal
Following the devastating earthquake in April 2015, Dr. Miguel Daccarett, associate professor specializing in traumatology, traveled to the Nepal Orthopedic Hospital to lend a helping hand.
Aug 25, 2015
Rapid Recovery Program shows early success
Fast-track recovery protocols for total hip and total knee arthroplasty patients results in decreased length of hospital stay and other long-term benefits.
Aug 25, 2015
Dr. Hani Haider recognized by ASTM International
Dr. Haider was awarded the Leroy Wyman Award in May for his outstanding contributions to the F04 Committee, which develops testing standards on medical and surgical materials and devices.
Aug 25, 2015
Nebraska declares June 3 World Clubfoot Day
With the support of Dr. Paul Esposito, Governor Pete Ricketts has proclaimed June 3 to be World Clubfoot Day in the state of Nebraska.
Aug 25, 2015