College of Medicine
![Two huge supporters of UNMC, Omaha philanthropists Bill Scott, far left, and Ruth Scott, second from right, were honored Sept. 22 as the Omaha Press Club's 150th Face on the Barroom Floor. The Scotts are seen here with their Face caricature. Behind them are their roasters, from left: Terry Pettit, Judy Duffy, Dr. Randy Ferlic, Bruce Rasmussen, Dr. Michael Sorrell and Dr. Nick Stergiou. (Photo by Gary Willis)](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Roast1007.jpg)
Layne, Carstens named to new simulation posts
Colleagues bring strong skills to new roles.
Oct 5, 2016
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MMI hosts leaders from the state IDD community
MMI director Karoly Mirnics, M.D., Ph.D., was joined by UNMC Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D., to welcome more than 35 community leaders at the event.
Oct 5, 2016
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UNMC Appreciation Week begins Monday
All faculty and staff are invited to participate in the celebration, which runs all next week.
Oct 5, 2016
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New partnership, NIH grant push research forward
Shelby Kutty, M.D., Ph.D., explores ultrasound mediated microbubbles as agent against staph bacteria biofilm.
Oct 3, 2016
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New faculty spotlight: Joseph Morgan, M.D.
Dr. Morgan’s research interests include outcomes of nerve repair techniques, methods to improve patient and physician education, and upper extremity conditions in musicians.
Oct 3, 2016
![Joseph Morgan, M.D.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Morgan0930.jpg)
Under the microscope: Karoly Mirnics, M.D., Ph.D.
Dr. Gold sits down with Karoly Mirnics, M.D., Ph.D., the new director of the Munroe-Meyer Institute, to discuss his goals for MMI.
Oct 3, 2016
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SIM-NE program receives $62,500 grant
Women Investing in Nebraska provides funds to rural training program.
Sep 30, 2016
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Partnership with UNMC will provide physician support for patients.
Sep 30, 2016
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Services Monday for MMI’s Paul Pearson, M.D.
“Visionary” Dr. Pearson was MMI’s founding director.
Sep 29, 2016
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