Chuck Brown
Avian influenza – Is Nebraska ready?
Stories are appearing almost daily regarding the outbreak of Avian influenza in various parts of the world. Two questions capture the essence of the problem and the concern of local citizens. First, is Nebraska prepared to respond to this new threat? And second, is all the attention really justified, or is the concern out of proportion to the risk? Here, UNMC’s Steven Hinrichs, M.D., answers those questions, in his own words.
Nov 9, 2005
UNMC grad receives foundation’s highest award
University of Nebraska graduate John C. Goldner, M.D., of Omaha is this year’s recipient of the Perry W. Branch Award for Distinguished Service to the University of Nebraska. The award is the highest honor bestowed by the University of Nebraska Foundation.
Nov 1, 2005
UNMC physician to be on national television
John Colombo, M.D., professor and chief of the UNMC pediatric pulmonology section, will be featured on a national television segment that will run on Sunday from 2 to 3 p.m. on the CBS television network. The CBS affiliate in Omaha is KMTV (Ch. 3).
Oct 28, 2005
Understanding the new Medicare prescription drug coverage
Starting Jan. 1, the new Medicare prescription drug coverage will be available to everyone with Medicare, regardless of income, health status or how a person pays for prescription drugs. Find out more about the new coverage, including details of an informational video conference.
Oct 27, 2005
UNMC sponsors YWCA Omaha Face Forward poster
Rubens Pamies, M.D., vice chancellor for academic affairs at UNMC, was on hand Wednesday for the YWCA Omaha’s unveiling of its Omaha Face Forward poster. UNMC was one of the project sponsors.
Oct 14, 2005
Book on health disparities gains national attention
A new book on health disparities, co-authored by UNMC’s Rubens Pamies, M.D., was highlighted on CNN Headline News last week. The book, “Multicultural Medicine and Health Disparities,” was unveiled last week during the Fifth Annual Primary Care and Prevention Conference in Atlanta.
Sep 28, 2005
White coat, pinning ceremonies mark milestone
Last month, UNMC’s newest students participated in a rite of passage that marks the beginning of their health care careers.
Sep 19, 2005
Maurers honored by Chabad of Nebraska
Making the community better has been a team effort for UNMC Chancellor Harold M. Maurer, M.D., and his wife, Beverly. Team Maurer was in the spotlight once again Wednesday night as the Maurers were honored by Chabad of Nebraska for all they have done during their 12 years in Nebraska.
Sep 19, 2005
Health Professions Tracking Center lands contract
The UNMC Health Professions Tracking Center, a unique service for tracking health professionals, will seek approval of the University of Nebraska Board of Regents today to start providing its services to the Wyoming Health Care Commission. The one-year contract would be renewable on an annual basis.
Sep 16, 2005
Mom reflects on summer of miracles
Every Friday night, Belinda Soneson makes the trip from Elba, Neb., to Omaha. But she doesn’t mind — she’s going to see her “little miracle man,” Trevor. The 3-hour drive gives Belinda and her husband time to reflect on the past few months and how lucky they are.
Sep 9, 2005