Sarah Hankin UNMC strategic communications
Chancellor’s forum highlights Munroe-Meyer Institute
Interim Chancellor H. Dele Davies, MD, also discussed UNMC’s community engagement efforts and updates from around UNMC.
Jan 16, 2025
Resident spotlight: Alexander Scheiber, MD
Alexander Scheiber, MD, joins the UNMC Department of Anesthesiology as a resident physician. Why did you choose the medical field? In the summer following my 8th grade year, I had the opportunity to shadow some nurses at the Omaha Children’s Hospital. I had the distinct pleasure of being in the room for an open-heart procedure on […]
Jan 8, 2025
Seeing double: CRNAs Jason and Nathan Cromer
For Jason and Nathan Cromer, the identical twin bond has always been strong and although they never planned to follow the same path through life, Jason said it happened more often than not. “We have always strived to be successful in life, we just didn’t know it was going to be in health care.”
Jan 8, 2025
Anesthesiology annual report: Highlighting transformative growth
The extensive new report details the work of the UNMC Department of Anesthesiology’s dedicated faculty, house staff and nurse anesthetists.
Jan 8, 2025
McGoogan rare book exhibit highlights Charles Dickens
The Dickens display is part of ‘Orthopedics and Beyond: The H. Winnett Orr Rare Book Collection at a Half-Century.’
Dec 23, 2024
Nicholas Markin, MD, appointed vice chair of education and innovation
“I am thrilled to welcome Dr. Markin to our leadership team,” said Mohanad Shukry, MD, PhD, interim chair of the department. “ His vision, expertise, and passion for leveraging data and technology will undoubtedly elevate our educational programs and enhance the department’s overall functions. I am confident Dr. Markin will continue to shape the future of anesthesiology at both local and national levels.”
Dec 13, 2024
Gold U winner Blusys spreads UNMC’s world-class message
Megan Blusys, UNMC’s director of chancellor communications, is credited for her creativity, innovating thinking and strategic focus.
Dec 5, 2024
Troy Wildes, MD, vice chair of perioperative medicine, quality and safety, collaborated with national endocrinology leaders to present an educational webinar for the American Diabetes Association Institute of Learning on October 15. The session covered best practices for managing the perioperative care of patients who use wearable diabetes devices, including continuous glucose monitors, standalone […]
Nov 18, 2024
Jaime Kobs named to leadership role at Village Pointe Health Center
Nurse anesthetist Jaime Kobs, was appointed associate director of nurse anesthetists at Village Pointe Health Center, replacing Ann Donnelly-Haasch. Donnelly-Haasch has been with UNMC and Nebraska Medicine for more than 25 years. Tiffany Olson, division chief of nurse anesthesia, thanked Donnelly-Haasch for the hard work and effort she has poured into this position over the […]
Oct 28, 2024
UNMC Department of Anesthesiology’s global health efforts in Zambia
Two teams from the UNMC Department of Anesthesiology recently returned from a month-long global health trip to the University Teaching Hospital in Lusaka, Zambia, as part of the Global Academic Anesthesia Consortium. In addition to providing hands on and didactic clinical training to the residents of UTH, this annual trip provides medical and cultural education […]
Oct 28, 2024
