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40 years of transformation at the med center
On his 40th service anniversary, Jim Linder, MD, thanks all who made Nebraska Medicine and UNMC what are today and what they will become.
Nov 1, 2023
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New faculty spotlight: Sias Scherger, MD
Dr. Scherger is an assistant professor in the UNMC Division of Infectious Diseases
Nov 1, 2023
![Sias Scherger, MD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/SiasScherger110123-900x600.jpg)
Dr. Rupp to step down as infectious diseases chief
Mark Rupp, MD, is lauded as an outstanding leader at the forefront of the med center’s infectious disease efforts.
Oct 31, 2023
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Dr. Mirnics to accept prestigious award on behalf of SOI
Karoly Mirnics, MD, PhD, sits on the board of Special Olympics International, which will receive the Pardes Humanitarian Prize in Mental Health.
Oct 31, 2023
![Karoly Mirnics, MD, PhD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/KarolyMirnics062023-900x600.jpg)
Distinguished Scientist: Joseph Khoury, MD
Dr. Khoury is the Stokes-Shackleford Professor and Chair of the UNMC Department of Pathology and Microbiology.
Oct 31, 2023
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Olson Center to hold webinar on menopause issues
The event with Jennifer Cera, DNP, will be held Nov. 7 at noon via Zoom.
Oct 31, 2023
![Jennifer Cera, DNP](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/JenniferCera2103123.jpg)
Cancer center to host ‘Inspiration’ art exhibition
The Fred and Pamela Buffett Cancer Center will show selections from Modern Arts Midtown through April 13.
Oct 31, 2023
![The pastel "Harvesting Skies" by Jennifer Homan is among the works that will be on display in the gallery space on Level 1 of the Fred and Pamela Buffett Cancer Center.](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/JenniferHomanHarvestingSkies2103123.jpg)
Dr. Gold recognized as Aksarben’s Most Honored Citizen
Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, MD, is honored for growing UNMC and elevating its prestige.
Oct 30, 2023
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Distinguished Scientist: Yvonne Golightly, PhD
Dr. Golightly is a professor and assistant dean for research in the UNMC College of Allied Health Professions.
Oct 30, 2023
![Yvonne Golightly, PhD](https://www.unmc.edu/newsroom/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/YvonneGolightly102023-900x600.jpg)
NUFlex Benefits Enrollment is underway
Annual enrollment begins today and runs through 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 17.
Oct 30, 2023
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