Tag: #UNMCID
In Case You Missed It: UNMC ID Physician Pens Both Prescriptions and Children’s Books
Dr. Nicolas Cortes-Penfield, UNMC ID Physician and recent author of an infectious disease themed children’s book It seems that clinical ID knowledge may also be useful outside of the clinic. In case you missed it, UNMC ID’s Dr. Nicolas Cortes-Penfield was recently featured in Nebraska Medicine’s public-facing blog for his infectious disease themed children’s book […]
Jun 24, 2022
UNMC Clinic to Offer Walk-in Testing for National HIV Testing Day
The following content was provided by Kevin Borges, UNMC Specialty Care Clinic Manager. Graphic obtained from the CDC. Thursday (6/30) and Friday (7/1) from 1:00pm to 4:00pm The Specialty Care Clinic will be offering walk in HIV testing, with no appointment needed. Each year, June 27th is observed as National HIV Testing Day (NHTD). This year’s […]
Jun 23, 2022
UNMC ID to Investigate New RSV Vaccine Candidate
The following was adapted from content provided by Dr. Diana Florescu, one of the UNMC ID faculty members working on investigating this new vaccine. What is RSV? RSV, or respiratory syncytial virus, is a highly infectious virus transmitted primarily by contact with infected respiratory secretions or contaminated objects. Seasonal epidemics occur annually in autumn/winter in […]
Jun 22, 2022
Research Digest: COVID-19 Pathologies Explored by UNMC ID Faculty (Part 1)
At the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, there seemed to be many more questions than answers. How is this virus spreading? What is the best way to protect our communities? Which organ systems are at risk of damage from infection? To answer these questions, the medical community at large turned to research- and UNMC ID […]
Jun 16, 2022
Research Digest: UNMC ID Faculty Lead New HIV Publications
Since the beginning of the HIV pandemic, UNMC ID has provided expert clinical care to people with HIV (PWH) through the University of Nebraska Medical Center HIV Program and Clinic. Underscoring the great providers and researchers who work as a part of this team, many of our faculty members routinely publish their work in leading ID […]
Jun 9, 2022
Publication Alert: The Value of a Longitudinal HIV Track for Medical Students
In a recent publication authored by many UNMC ID faculty, including Dr. Jasmine Marcelin, Susan Swindells, Dr. Nada Fadul, and Dr. Sara Bares, the successes of the EMET program are explored through the lens of feedback from the 14 existing graduates of the program.
Jun 2, 2022
UNMC ID is Hiring! Seeking Medical Director Applicants
The Division of Infectious Diseases at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, NE is recruiting an infectious diseases physician with interests or experience in infection prevention/healthcare epidemiology to serve as the Medical Director of the Infection Control Assessment and Promotion Program (ICAP). This is an exciting opportunity to lead, manage, and direct continued […]
May 24, 2022
Clinical Scholars Program Seeking Applicants
Current Clinical Scholar Dan Ramirez, PharmD, and program coordinator Nikki Regan at a recent conference supported by the Clinical Scholars program. The UNMC/Nebraska Medicine Specialty Care Center is looking for minority or predominantly minority-serving, front-line clinical care providers to participate in a 12 month HIV prevention, diagnosis and management mentorship program. The Clinical Scholars Program […]
May 19, 2022
Guideline Update: How to Best Prevent Central Line-Associated Bloodstream Infections
Dr. Rupp recently assisted in the creation of new clinical guidelines aimed at prevention of central line-associated bloodstream infections.
May 17, 2022
UNMC ID is Looking for an Academic HIV Physician!
The Division of Infectious Diseases at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, NE is looking to add an ID physician to join our well-established HIV team recognized for providing expert care locally, regionally, and nationally. Enjoy a varied inpatient and outpatient practice mix as part of our patient-centered team. Expect to treat a […]
May 4, 2022
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