Press Release

UNMC lab seeks volunteers for mind/brain research studies

Also recruiting volunteers to participate in research registry

Feb 6, 2019

One of the research studies seeking volunteers involves using the advanced driving simulator in the UNMC Mind & Brain Health Labs.

Study to gauge risk of substance, prescription drug misuse in rural communities

Team will use anonymous, self-screening questionnaire at 12 community events

Feb 5, 2019

Marley Doyle, M.D.

UNMC Ice Rink extends skating season through Feb. 17

Frigid weather forced rink to be closed most of this week

Feb 1, 2019

Longtime UNMC ophthalmologist, Gerald Christensen, M.D, dies at age 83

Was one of lead donors in 2008 on special center at UNMC for people with low vision

Jan 30, 2019

Gerald Christensen, M.D.

BHECN receives national innovation award

Thought leaders with national non-profit, Annapolis Coalition on the Behavioral Health Workforce, spotlight BHECN’s novel work.

Jan 29, 2019

Howard Liu, M.D.

College of Nursing in Scottsbluff to hold open house Feb. 8

Attendees will learn about new program to detect cognitive, mental health problems in Panhandle older adults

Jan 28, 2019

Nancy Meier, D.N.P.
It was a family affair for the Cary family. The three sons of Stephen and Jeanne Cary all skated in the event. Stephen, 70, has been battling Parkinson's disease for 13 years.  Back row (left-right) -Tyler Cary, Bryce Cary, Stephen Cary, Felicia Cary (Ryan Cary's wife), Jeanne Cary and Ryan Cary. Front row (left-right) Rylee Cary, daughter of Ryan and Felicia, and Jocelyn Cary, Bryce Cary's daughter.

UNMC’s impact on rural Nebraska

Presentation at Board of Regents’ meeting details longtime commitment

Jan 25, 2019

In June 2017, UNMC launched its Simulation in Motion-Nebraska (SIM-NE) program, which provides free hands-on training to Emergency Medical Service (EMS) providers in rural areas via four customized trucks that travel the state.

UNMC College of Dentistry to hold annual Children’s Dental Day on Feb. 1

140 Nebraska children to receive care.

Jan 24, 2019

Two children enjoy the carnival like atmosphere of Children's Dental Day last year.