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Citing an outdated medical definition of the 1950s and 60s that may prevent thousands at risk for stroke from getting appropriate evaluation and treatment, a group of eight recognized stroke experts, including a University of Nebraska Medical Center neurologist, have recommended a change of the definition for transient ischemic attack (TIA). The group has […]
Nov 20, 2002
UNMC Community Academy sponsors drive to benefit Project Hope, the Potter House
With Thanksgiving just a few weeks away, most people are looking forward to how much food they expect to eat, not how little. This year, students who participate in the UNMC Community Academy are helping feed those in need by hosting a food and sundry needs drive, now through Nov. 22, to benefit Project Hope and The Potter House.
Nov 15, 2002
UNMC to host international conferences in Omaha Nov. 14-16 on bone marrow, stem cell transplantation
The University of Nebraska Medical Center, which is recognized nationally and internationally for its expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of leukemia and lymphoma, will host two conferences Nov. 14-16 on bone marrow and stem cell transplantation. The conferences, to be held at the DoubleTree Hotel in downtown Omaha, will focus on advances made in […]
Nov 13, 2002
UNMC first quarter research grants exceed $16.8 million
UNMC received more than $16.8 million in federal research grants during the first three months of fiscal year 2002-03. The first quarter includes the months of July, August and September. This represents a $2.8 million increase over the first quarter total of $14 million the previous year.
Nov 11, 2002
UNMC student awarded $5,000 scholarship by AAMC
Anise Adams, an African American, fourth-year medical student at UNMC has received the 2002-2003 Academic Physician and Scientist Minority Medical Student Scholarship for $5,000.
Nov 11, 2002
George Hemstreet, III, M.D., Ph.D. named Malashock Chair of urologic surgery at UNMC
A leading expert in bladder and prostate cancer, George Hemstreet, III, M.D., Ph.D., has been named the Malashock Chair in urologic surgery, chief of the section of urologic surgery and professor of surgery, at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. A native of the Netherlands, Dr. Hemstreet joins UNMC after serving 20 years as a […]
Nov 11, 2002
Anise Adams, an African American, fourth-year medical student at University of Nebraska Medical Center has received the 2002-2003 Academic Physician and Scientist Minority Medical Student Scholarship for $5,000. The scholarship is awarded to a medical student who is in good academic standing from a traditionally underrepresented group as defined by the Association of American Medical […]
Nov 10, 2002
UNMC First Quarter Research Grants Exceed $16.8 Million
The University Nebraska Medical Center received more than $16.8 million in federal research grants during the first three months of fiscal year 2002-03. The first quarter includes the months of July, August and September. This represents a $2.8 million increase over the first quarter total of $14 million the previous year. After crossing the $50 […]
Nov 8, 2002
Native American Heritage dancing, art exhibit Nov. 14
The campus is invited to share an appreciation of the richness of Native American culture Thursday, Nov. 14, from noon to 2 p.m. in the Durham Outpatient Center West Atrium. See story for details.
Nov 7, 2002
The University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry, located in Lincoln, will host Childrens Dental Day on Thursday, Nov. 14. The event will provide 125 underserved children from Norfolk and Fremont free dental care and education. The event, held twice a year, is an opportunity for the college to help underserved Nebraskans, as well […]
Nov 7, 2002