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Siobhan Wescott, MD, named LaFlesche Professor
Dr. Wescott is the inaugural holder of the Dr. Susan and Susette (Inshata Theumba) LaFlesche Professorship in Public Health.
Jul 15, 2021
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New faculty spotlight: Laura Tenner, MD
Dr. Tenner is an associate professor in the UNMC Department of Internal Medicine-Oncology/Hematology and a medical oncology physician at Nebraska Medicine.
Jul 14, 2021
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Dr. Kevin Hanna has dedicated his new career to helping others, thanks in part to a traumatic experience when he was 13 and a Boy Scout.
Jul 9, 2021
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Marc Ferguson set to retire this summer
Executive director of IT operations oversaw many initiatives during his med center tenure.
Jul 8, 2021
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LiveGreen: Project reduced energy use
Efforts in 2020 netted more than $100,000 in saved energy costs.
Jul 6, 2021
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UNMC travel guidance updates effective today
Among changes, pre-approved essential international travel will be allowed.
Jul 1, 2021
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ENCOMPASS Omaha works to provide a new direction
New hospital-based intervention program aims to empower victims of violence by offering support services.
Jun 30, 2021
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Wigton Heritage Center dedication and ribbon cutting celebrate’s UNMC, Nebraska’s medical history.
Jun 30, 2021
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Attendees, viewers moved by dedication ceremony
Emotional tributes called ‘the highlight of the dedication.’
Jun 29, 2021
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