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UNMC receives $3.7 million grant to address shortage of geriatricians

By 2025, an estimated deficit of 27,000 geriatricians will affect baby boomers.

Jul 23, 2019

Study shows oral drug promising for type 2 diabetes, kidney failure

Cyrus Desouza, M.B.B.S., was senior author of the study.

Jul 22, 2019

UNMC to test tailored heart stents to prevent recurring blockage

Researchers receive $4 million grant.

Jul 17, 2019

Dr. Wichman appointed as internal medicine residency program director

Tammy Wichman, M.D., succeeds James O’Dell, M.D., in the role.

Jul 12, 2019

Dr. Swindells leads international TB prevention trial

Study looks at preventing tuberculosis in those who live with someone with multidrug-resistant TB.

Jul 12, 2019

Study looks to improve survival of older patients with leukemia

Researchers will evaluate more tailored approach to treatment.

Jul 11, 2019

Study: Higher doses of vitamin D don’t prevent type 2 diabetes in people at risk

Vitamin D may be necessary to prevent diabetes in patients with low levels, but excessive amounts are not helpful.

Jul 8, 2019

Study shows promise to further antimalarial drug development

Caroline Ng, Ph.D., was part of recently published study.

Jun 20, 2019

New program to train physicians in hospice, palliative medicine

Three physicians per year will participate in one-year fellowship.

Jun 19, 2019

Study could help millions with common heart problem

Device has potential to prevent disability, death.

Jun 6, 2019