College of Medicine

Center for Continuing Education earns recognition

Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education issues “Accreditation with Commendation” for center’s programming.

Aug 6, 2014

Lois Colburn, director of the Center for Continuing Education

Breastfeeding Week events set for today

Exhibits, chair massages and a presentation highlight the schedule of events.

Aug 5, 2014

Spotlight on new faculty: Ravi Dyavar, Ph.D.

Dr. Dyavar’s research focus is novel therapies to treat and cure HIV/AIDS.

Aug 5, 2014

Ravi Dyavar, Ph.D.

Committee will foster emphasis on mentoring

The purpose is to assist faculty with career goals.

Aug 5, 2014

Jeffrey Baldwin, Pharm.D., professor of pharmacy practice and pediatrics, is a member of the mentoring committee.

Biocontainment Unit eyed for possible use

In the wake of Ebola fears, a U.S. official visits the unit to assess its capabilities.

Aug 4, 2014

Philip Smith, M.D., and Angela Hewlett, M.D. speak with members of the press about the Biocontainment Unit.

Medical center contacted about possible use of Biocontainment Unit for Ebola

U.S. State Department Sends Representative To Learn Of Unit’s Capabilities

Aug 1, 2014

Health professionals train in the Biocontainment Unit with a simulated patient in an isopod.

Camp volunteers find life-changing experiences

This year’s Camp Munroe ends today. Its impact on some camp volunteers will last forever.

Aug 1, 2014

For current recreation therapy activities technicians Tessa Luczynski, left, and Mary Hoy, Camp Munroe has impacted college decisions and career aspirations.

UNMC for the record

News and notes from the UNMC community.

Aug 1, 2014

Cattlemen’s Ball tops $1 million for fifth consecutive year

This year’s event raises $1.3 million for cancer research

Aug 1, 2014

Ken Cowan, M.D., Ph.D. (at right), director of the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center, with University of Nebraska Interim President James Linder, M.D., and his wife Karen.

Med center moves to 24/7 trauma care today

The Nebraska Medical Center’s expanded trauma services will meet the medical needs of Omaha and surrounding communities.

Aug 1, 2014