Vicky Cerino UNMC public affairs
Dr. Rennard receives Pfizer Visiting Professorship Award
Stephen Rennard, M.D., one of the world’s leading experts in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, was one of 10 physicians selected for the 2006 Pfizer Visiting Professorship in Pulmonology Award.
Feb 7, 2007
Dr. Snyder named to federal health care quality group
Rita Snyder, Ph.D., recently was appointed to serve a three-year term with the lead federal agency charged with improving the quality of health care in the United States.
Jan 30, 2007
Grant aids rec therapy for developmentally disabled adults
UNMC’s Munroe-Meyer Institute has received a $422,000 grant from the Enrichment Foundation to launch a recreational services program for adults with developmental disabilities.
Jan 26, 2007
UNMC’s Munroe-Meyer Institute and the C. Louis Meyer Foundation will hold their third-annual “Walk & Roll for Disabilities” inside Omaha’s Westroads Mall on Sunday, Feb. 18.
Jan 24, 2007
Regents approve further exploration of Norfolk nursing division
The University of Nebraska Board of Regents on Friday gave unanimous approval for UNMC to explore the next phase toward establishing a nursing division in Norfolk.
Jan 22, 2007
Nursing student earns degree after 12 years
Todd “Walt” Walton’s trek to receiving his nursing degree Thursday from UNMC was atypical to say the least. But after the ceremony, which concluded a 12-year stint in college to get his degree, Walton was able to add registered nurse to his list of titles that includes fireman and soldier.
Dec 19, 2006
Former UNMC oncologist receives NCI award
The National Cancer Institute has given one of its highest honors to former UNMC oncologist Steven Pavletic, M.D. His former internal medicine and oncology colleagues at UNMC played a key role in allowing him to receive the award, Dr. Pavletic said.
Dec 18, 2006
Grant helps improve preparation for public health emergencies
A new Web site featuring interactive videos and simulation drills will help prepare students, health professionals and others respond to bioterrorism and public health emergencies.
Dec 14, 2006
Plaque dedication celebrates FACT’s 10 year anniversary
Members of the Foundation for Accreditation of Cellular Therapy (FACT) recently celebrated their 10th anniversary with the dedication of a plaque at UNMC.
Nov 13, 2006
Educating people at the medical center about avian flu and how it can affect them is the first step in being prepared. On Tuesday, Sharon Medcalf presented the first of five avian flu forums being held on campus in the next few weeks.
Nov 9, 2006