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Diagnostic Medical Sonography Kudos

Kim Michael received 2nd place in the SDMS Scientific  Presentation Competition for a scientific summary paper titled, “The Implementation of Standardized Patients in Evaluating the Clinical Competence of Sonography Students.” Kim Michael, Danielle Nelson, and Anna Ortmeier, were published in the Journal of Diagnostic Medical Sonography, “Raine Syndrome” Vol 27, Issue 4, August 2011. Congratulations!

Aug 22, 2011

Corrine Hanson to Speak at Wellness Conference

One of our faculty, SAHP’s nutritionist and educator, Corrine Hanson, Ph.D., will speak during the 14th Omaha Women’s Health and Wellness Conference. Her topic will be: Food for Thought: The Link Between Nutrition and Brain Health. She will address evidence that supports the role of nutrition in the growth and function of a healthy brain. […]

Aug 18, 2011

Welcome, new faces in SAHP!

Here’s a little video introduction to some of the new folks in the school. Kris Lausterer, PT, MHS, OCS, is the new Director of Clinical Education in the Division of Physical Therapy Education. He has been a practicing physical therapist for 18 years and has had the opportunity to practice in a variety of clinical […]

Aug 4, 2011

SAHP Staff Reorganization Table

The table linked in UNMC Today regarding the SAHP staff reorganization has been updated. Full article.

Aug 2, 2011

A Visit to MU

Jack Turman, Jr, PhD, and Pat O’Neil, BS, visited the MU campus last week. Here are a couple of photos from the trip.

Jul 25, 2011

Fun Run Video

Check out this short video recounting tales of last year’s Fun Run… http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G6mVOxCsFZ8 Have some tales of your own or maybe some tips for this year’s event on September 17, 2011? Contact Fran and you could be in the next installment!

Jul 13, 2011

PT Alums Visit UNMC

Members of the Physical Therapy class of 1981 met for their 30-year reunion on June 17 and 18, 2011. They came from as far away as Wyoming, Texas, and California. Kyle Meyer, PhD, PT, senior associate dean of the School of Allied Health Professions, welcomed them and led a tour of the UNMC campus on […]

Jun 27, 2011

Glad UNMC is not near the river

Kathy Volkman shared this picture taken by a friend on the 39th floor of the First National building looking out toward Iowa. Kathy said, “In the foreground is a lake. In the horizon are the Bluffs. In the middle is the muddy river as it is moving closer to Omaha.” Missouri River covering I-29 north […]

Jun 20, 2011

Keeping you informed

I’m excited! Part of the plan, when we moved into Bennett Hall, included closed circuit monitors in the hallways in order to keep everyone in the school better informed. That communication strategy finally came to fruition. It’s taken a little time to get them installed and working properly, but floors three through six of Bennett […]

Jun 17, 2011

Tammy Roehrs leaving PT

At the end of June, Tammy Roehrs, PT, MA, NCS, will be leaving the Division of Physical Therapy Education to pursue other professional opportunities. Tammy joined the division in June, 1996, teaching the clinical neuroscience courses. In 2006, Tammy became the Interim Director of Clinical Education and Director of Clinical Education in 2007 after a […]

Jun 1, 2011