Category: Health
Welcome new faculty: Brandy Sundberg
Brandy Sundberg BS, RT(R), RDMS, recently joined the faculty of the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Here’s more about Brandy in her own words: “I was raised in Clarks, Nebraska and graduated with my BS in Radiation Science Technology in 2002 from UNMC in the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. Shortly after graduation, I moved to Oregon. […]
Jun 1, 2020

CAHP faculty rose to online teaching challenge
When learning abruptly moved off campus, thanks to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, College of Allied Health Professions (CAHP) educators and students had to adapt — and quickly. Dean Kyle Meyer, Ph.D., said he was amazed, but not surprised, at the innovation our faculty demonstrated to continue to deliver high quality education for our students. Amber […]
May 28, 2020

To your health!
It was a Monday morning, first class period of summer session, first time for complete remote delivery of the course. The first-year physical therapy students, each sitting in their homes, raised their mugs toward computer screens. “To your health!” came the toast from Professor Pat Hageman, Ph.D., from her square in the Zoom grid. Dr. […]
May 27, 2020

Welcome new faculty: Leah Stade
Leah Stade, OTD, OTR/L, is new faculty in our Occupational Therapy program. Learn more about Leah in her own words: “I am delighted to join the UNMC Family! The excitement around developing an Occupational Therapy Doctorate educational program is an honor to experience. The reputation of UNMC in Nebraska and beyond, makes working for this […]
May 18, 2020

Welcome new faculty: Iris Gipson
Iris Gipson, MPAS, PA-C, recently joined our faculty in the Division of Physician Assistant Education. Here’s more about Iris in her own words: I’m excited to be on faculty at UNMC! I have always had the utmost pride for my profession and our unique role in medicine. I am a clinician who enjoys caring for […]
May 12, 2020

Wildermuth named Associate Director of PA Education
Announcement from Shaun Grammer, M.S., PA-C Director, Physician Assistant Education Program I am pleased to announce that Annie Wildermuth, MMS, PA-C, RD, has been named the Associate Program Director of the Division of Physician Assistant Education. In collaboration with the Program Director, the Associate Program Director supports the planning, development, and monitoring of all aspects […]
May 6, 2020

7 Keys to Making it to the Finish Line
By Charlie King | student in genetic counseling As I enter the final week of my first year as a Genetic Counseling student, I find myself reflecting on my past nine months at UNMC. The rollercoaster that is graduate school is an eventful ride. I have felt a macroarray (genetic counseling joke) of emotions. Emotions […]
May 4, 2020

Genetic Counseling Match Day
by Katie Tlusty, genetic counseling student A confetti cannon. A confetti cannon is what I think of somebody talks about Match Day. Faculty and staff from the UNMC Genetic Counseling Program, College of Allied Health Professionals, and Munroe-Meyer Institute shot off a confetti cannon on Match Day last year to celebrate the news of who […]
Apr 24, 2020

UNMC among few to offer Master of Diagnostic Cytology
Regental approval of the program enables first class to enter in fall 2022 The University of Nebraska Board of Regents approved Friday the creation of a Master of Diagnostic Cytology program within the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Allied Health Professions. The change will be effective with the class entering fall 2022, making […]
Apr 22, 2020

National Medical Laboratory Professionals Week
by Marlon Morales, MBA, MLS(ASCP)CM Our Medical Laboratory Science program is happy to celebrate Medical Laboratory Professionals Week, April 19-25th! Lab Week is an annual nationwide celebration of the medical laboratory professionals and pathologists who play a vital role in health care. Lab professionals work behind the scenes, out of sight and out of mind. […]
Apr 20, 2020

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