Division of Infectious Diseases
Clinical Guidance for Next-Generation Sequencing of Infectious Diseases: Q&A from the Antimicrobial Stewardship Team
The UNMC/Nebraska Medicine Antimicrobial Stewardship team has developed a new clinical guidance regarding use of infectious disease next generation sequencing diagnostic tests. There is currently no national consensus regarding the use of ID-NGS tests, nor have they been systematically compared to a diagnostic gold standard. The UNMC Antimicrobial Stewardship team reviewed the literature and evaluated […]
Sep 19, 2024
UNMC ID Seeking Applications for Solid Organ Transplant/Oncology ID Faculty
Are you an exceptional infectious diseases physician specialized in the care of immunocompromised patients and dedicated to teaching and making a significant impact within a diverse and collaborative environment? If yes, we invite you to consider joining our world-class team as a Solid Organ Transplant (SOT)/Oncology ID (OncID) faculty member in the Infectious Diseases (ID) […]
Sep 16, 2024
UNMC ID Recognizes National Immunization Awareness Month
As we close out August 2024, we want to take a moment as a Division to recognize National Immunization Awareness Month. Held every August, this observance gives healthcare professionals and the public a chance to highlight the incredible importance of vaccination and to encourage conversations with providers to ensure that all are up to date […]
Aug 28, 2024
Thinking about training with UNMC ID? Fellows share why they chose UNMC
Fellowship application season is well underway, and our fellowship directors can’t wait to review applications. We have recently posted about the benefits of a UNMC ID fellowship and how to thrive in interviews. But today, we wanted to highlight the words of current and past fellows as they explain why they wanted to train at UNMC.
Aug 22, 2024
UNMC ID Research: Where to find us at the NIDS Meeting
The Nebraska Infectious Diseases Society (NIDS) annual meeting is this Friday, August 23rd. If you still need to register, check out our previous posts on the meeting and the keynote address for more information. One of the most anticipated events held during the meeting is the poster session, which continues to grow each year and […]
Aug 21, 2024
New Fellow Friday: Welcome, Dr. Nicole Hunter!
We are excited to welcome Dr. Nicole Hunter to our Infectious Diseases Fellowship program! Dr. Hunter joins us following the completion of residency in Rochester, New York. Read on to get to know Nicole! Where did you go to residency? I completed my residency training with Rochester Regional Health in Rochester, NY. Rochester is located […]
Aug 16, 2024
Dr. Mati Hlatshwayo Davis to be Keynote Speaker at Upcoming NIDS Conference
Last week, we shared that registration for the Nebraska Infectious Diseases Society’s (NIDS) annual meeting was officially open. In case you missed it, this great conference will be held on Friday, August 23rd, at the Thompson Alumni Center on UNO’s main campus (6705 Dodge St. Omaha, NE 68182). This is always a fantastic opportunity to engage […]
Aug 14, 2024
New Fellow Friday: Welcome, Dr. Emily Dyer!
We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Emily Dyer to our Infectious Diseases Fellowship program! Dr. Dyer joins us following the completion of residency at Creighton University. Read on to learn more!
Aug 9, 2024
Nebraska Infectious Diseases Society to hold Annual Meeting
The Nebraska Infectious Diseases Society is excited to announce that registration for their annual meeting is open. Join us for a day filled with insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and the latest updates in the field of infectious diseases. This in-person event will take place at the Thompson Alumni Center on UNO’s main campus (6705 Dodge St. […]
Aug 7, 2024
New Fellow Friday: Welcome, Dr. Calvin Albrecht
We are excited to welcome Dr. Cal Albrecht as a new fellow in our Infectious Diseases program! Dr. Albrecht joins us following training in internal medicine at the University of Rochester Medical Center. Read on to learn more!
Aug 2, 2024
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