Patient Care

Surgeons implant state’s first Total Artificial Heart

Weeping Water man now awaits second transplant.

Apr 2, 2013

(Left to right): Ioana Dumitru, M.D., John Um, M.D., and patient Greg Rathe spoke to local media at a news conference March 27. Rathe told reporters he’s looking forward to getting stronger to be there for his 4-year-old son.

Transplant voices

Program brings hope and a second chance at life to a young boy and his family.

Apr 2, 2013

Kipton Krumland and his mother, Erin, of Eagle, Neb.

UNMC physician changed transplantation

Dr. Anne Kessinger proved there was another way of collecting stem cells and revolutionized treatment.

Apr 2, 2013

Dr. Anne Kessinger

Medical center celebrates 30 years of transplantation

Program recognized as one of the best in the world.

Mar 28, 2013

UNMC, Invest Nebraska fuel new startup company

Has potential to transform how joint replacement surgeries are performed

Mar 28, 2013

Wellness Wednesday: National Poison Prevention Week

Prescription drug abuse is a rising concern.

Mar 20, 2013

Family Overcoming Tragedy Brings Comfort to Young Ones

A Bellevue family coping with the loss of thier son brought smiles to young patients at Nebraska Medical Center Friday

Mar 19, 2013

Texting becoming a pain in the neck

Looking downward at hand held devices such as cell phones, mp3 players, e-readers and computer tablets can become a pain in the neck. Learn how to avoid ‘text neck.’

Feb 26, 2013

Smartphone app helps children with autism communicate better

UNMC psychology professor develops the new app.

Jan 10, 2013