Tag: #UNMCID

#NewFacultySpotlight, #ResearchID, #TransplantID, #UNMCID

New Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Mohanad Al-Obaidi

Dr. Mohanad Al-Obaidi joins UNMC ID as an associate professor coming from University of Arizona in Tuscon. His expertise is in care of immunocompromised patients with infections, and fungal infections. Read on to learn more about the newest member of our ID division. Welcome Dr. Al-Obaidi!

Jan 20, 2026

#AntimicrobialStewardship, #NationalPharmacistDay, #UNMCHIV, #UNMCID

Pharmacists in Infectious Diseases: Expertise, Partnership, Impact

Today, on National Pharmacist Day, we celebrate the incredible contributions of pharmacists to healthcare, and especially to our UNMC ID division. Pharmacists are not only medication experts; they are co-pilots for safe, effective, and equitable ID care. Their impact is especially visible in HIV care and antimicrobial stewardship, where the stakes are high and the […]

Jan 12, 2026

Collage of professional headshots of people smiling
#AntibioticResistance, #AntimicrobialStewardship, #LearnID, #Love ID, #ResearchID, #UNMCID

Fast, Accurate, and Practical: Rapid AST for Gram-Negative Bacteremia

Timely and accurate antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST) is critical for managing bloodstream infections, and delays in initiating appropriate therapy can lead to serious complications. Conventional phenotypic AST, while reliable, can take up to 72 hours to result, and this can mean the difference between recovery and deterioration. Read more about a recent journal club presentation discussing this further!

Jan 8, 2026

Automated antimicrobial susceptibility testing machine displaying an antibiogram chart, with three blood culture bottles and test tubes on a lab bench, and a microscope in the background
#LoveID, #UNMCID, #YearEndReflection

2025 Reflections From ID Chief – Dr. Warren

As this year comes to a close, I want to reflect on my (almost) first year serving as Chief of the UNMC Infectious Diseases Division. 2025 started with unexpected changes – Dr. Debra Romberger stepping down from her role as Chair of Internal Medicine and Dr. Mark Rupp taking on the role as Interim Chair. […]

Dec 31, 2025

#UNMCID

Understanding Health Misinformation: Why It Spreads, Who It Harms, and What We Can Do About It

By Kelly Cawcutt, MD, MS, FACP, FIDSA, FCCM, FSHEAMedical Director, Acute Care QualitySenior Medical Director, Infection Prevention & Hospital Epidemiology(Adapted from Grand Rounds presentation, December 2025; this post is AI supported creation) Health misinformation isn’t new — but the scale, speed, and impact we’re seeing today is unlike anything in modern history. In 2025, the […]

Dec 16, 2025

#ResearchID, #TransplantID, #UNMCID

UNMC ID Transplant Infectious Diseases Research Group Leads in Division Clinical Trials

Under the leadership of Dr. Anum Abbas and Dr. Carlos A. Gomez, the UNMC ID Transplant Infectious Diseases Research Group had an exceptionally productive year, bringing multiple industry-sponsored, NIH-funded, and investigator-initiated studies to UNMC.

Dec 11, 2025

Seven people standing in a conference room behind a long table with teal chairs. They wear casual and business-casual clothing with ID badge lanyards. The background shows two large windows with blinds, light-colored walls, and a small colorful poster between the windows.
#UNMCID

Exciting News: Meet Our Incoming Infectious Diseases Fellows for 2026-2027!

We are thrilled to announce that the Infectious Diseases Fellowship Program at UNMC has successfully filled all positions for the 2026-2027 academic year! Please join us in welcoming our three outstanding fellows who will begin their training in July 2026. These talented physicians bring diverse experiences and a shared passion for infectious diseases. We look […]

Dec 9, 2025

#EndAIDS, #HIV, #UNMCHIV, #UNMCID, #WorldAIDSDay2025

World AIDS Day 2025: Overcoming Disruption, Transforming the AIDS Response

Every year on December 1, the world pauses to reflect, remember, and recommit to ending one of the most significant public health challenges of our time: HIV/AIDS. World AIDS Day, first observed in 1988, is more than a date on the calendar, it’s a global movement to raise awareness, fight stigma, and honor the millions of lives affected by HIV. The iconic red ribbon, adopted in 1991, remains a universal symbol of solidarity and hope.

Dec 1, 2025

logo of world aids day with blue globe in the background, red ribbon in foreground and the words world AIDS day December 1 written in white as an overlay
#AntimicrobialStewardship, #UNMCID

Antibiotic Awareness Week: A Call to Action for Us All

Antibiotic Awareness Week November 18-24: Why We Must Lead the Fight Against AMR Every November, healthcare professionals worldwide observe Antibiotic Awareness Week, a campaign dedicated to promoting responsible antibiotic use and combating antimicrobial resistance (AMR). This year’s theme, “Fighting Antimicrobial Resistance Takes All of Us”, underscores the critical role clinicians play in preserving the effectiveness […]

Nov 18, 2025

Horizontal banner for U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week 2025 with text: ‘Fighting Antimicrobial Resistance Takes All of Us.’ Includes date November 18–24 and URL bit.ly/USAAW2025. Circular graphic on the right shows gears and figures using laptops and tablets, symbolizing collaboration.
#AntimicrobialStewardship, #HIV, #IDMedEd, #IDWeek2025, #LearnID, #ResearchID, #UNMCID

UNMC Infectious Diseases Shines at IDWeek 2025

Atlanta, GA | October 19–22, 2025The infectious diseases community is gathering once again for IDWeek 2025, and the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) Division of Infectious Diseases is proud to be well represented at this premier international conference. With a strong lineup of presentations, posters, and panels, UNMC ID faculty, fellows, and collaborators are […]

Oct 14, 2025

Cream colored background. Black text written says UNMC infectious diseases shines at IDWeek 2025. Beneath written in smaller font: Atlanta, GA | October 18-22, 2025. In the bottom right corner the IDWeek logo

Subscribe