Michael Molde UNMC public affairs

Dr. Lily Chang receives 2003 Preceptor of the Year award

Chia L. (Lily) Chang, Pharm.D., has been selected as the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Pharmacy 2003 Preceptor of the Year.

Dr. Chang, a clinical pharmacist in the Nebraska Health System Family Medicine Clinic, was selected for the award by a vote of the graduating senior class. The award recognizes the commitment, dedication and teaching excellence demonstrated by a volunteer faculty member in an experiential clerkship.

May 23, 2003

From Ghana to New York City to Omaha: Sallar’s path leads to UNMC pharmacy degree

Kofi Sallar’s journey to the United States began with a mere $20 in his pocket and a one-way plane ticket from Ghana to New York City. Now, more than seven years later, Sallar is the proud recipient of a doctor of pharmacy degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center and is preparing for a career with Indian Health Service in Gallup, N.M.

May 20, 2003

Cataract Update Symposium scheduled for May 29

Peter Kador, Ph.D., professor and chairman of the department of pharmaceutical sciences in the UNMC College of Pharmacy, has organized a Cataract Update Symposium for Thursday, May 29, at the Eppley Science Hall Amphitheater.

May 14, 2003

FBI assists UNMC with bioterrorism risk assessment

A Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) agent visited the University of Nebraska Medical Center campus last week to conduct a security risk assessment mandated by the United States Department of Justice.

May 5, 2003

Professional Voice Center treats, prevents vocal disorders

Steven Sims, M.D., assistant professor in the department of otolaryngology – head and neck surgery at UNMC, hopes to help people realize that caring for their voice is just like the conditioning of runners preparing for the Boston Marathon — a warm-up routine is recommended to prevent injury.

Apr 30, 2003

Photographer, alumnus donates photos to College of Pharmacy

Dale Graham, a well-known nature photographer and an alumnus of the University of Nebraska College of Pharmacy, has donated a series of his photographs for permanent display in the college.

Apr 11, 2003

Free tax preparation assistance offered to UNMC employees

Sid Magdanz is once again offering free tax preparation assistance to UNMC employees who have questions regarding their 2002 tax returns. Magdanz is available to assist UNMC employees every Tuesday through April 8 from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Administration Center, Room 2032.

Mar 28, 2003

Mentoring students highlights week

To say Robert Troia, M.D., enjoys being a mentor to ophthalmology residents is an understatement. In fact, the 10 hours he devotes each week as a volunteer faculty member are the professional highlight of his week. Dr. Troia recently received the College of Medicine’s Volunteer Faculty of the Month award.

Mar 4, 2003

UNMC Printing Services receives 2002 Partnership Award

UNMC Printing Services, comprised of approximately 25 employees, was recently awarded the 2002 Chancellor’s Partnership Award, given annually to individuals or groups whose efforts have strengthened the partnership between UNMC and NHS.

Feb 26, 2003

Dr. Shaffer mentors young physicians

For more than a quarter of a century, Kenton Shaffer, M.D., has diligently served the community of Kearney through his skillful practice of pediatrics and adolescent medicine. Dr. Shaffer is a Volunteer Faculty of the Month award recipient.

Jan 29, 2003