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Dr. Boyers inducted into national simulation Hall of Fame
Pamela Boyers, PhD, was honored Tuesday at induction ceremony.
Sep 15, 2021
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Renewal is largest research grant in UNMC history
The Great Plains Institutional Development Award program for Clinical and Translational Research received the five-year, $20.3 million award.
Sep 14, 2021
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New faculty spotlight: Lindsay Helget, MD
Dr. Helget is an assistant professor in the UNMC Division of Rheumatology.
Sep 14, 2021
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Ronald Krueger, MD, receives Rizal Medal in ophthalmology
Dr. Krueger delivered the Jose Rizal International Medal Lecture for the Asia Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology on Saturday.
Sep 14, 2021
![Ronald Krueger, MD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Krueger091321.jpg)
Flu, COVID-19 vaccination clinics begin Sept. 23
Both vaccinations will be given at Nebraska Medical Center; colleagues need to sign up for an appointment to receive vaccination.
Sep 14, 2021
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Changes announced for surgery patients who are vaccinated
Effective Sept. 22, Nebraska Medicine perform COVID-19 tests on vaccinated patients who require moderate or deep levels of sedation/anesthesia.
Sep 14, 2021
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Feedback wanted on food, dining at Nebraska Medical Center
Med center community asked to share opinions in quick, three-minute survey.
Sep 13, 2021
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Dr. Strong named assistant vice chancellor of inclusion
Sheritta Strong, MD, has served as director of inclusion since July 2020.
Sep 13, 2021
![Sheritta Strong, MD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/StrongPREFERRED091421.jpg)
New faculty spotlight: Andreea Newtson, MD
Dr. Newtson is an assistant professor in the UNMC Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Sep 13, 2021
![Andreea Newtson, MD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Newtson.jpeg)
Chosen name, pronouns, gender identity updates may be made
University has launched its Chosen Name and Gender Policy.
Sep 13, 2021
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