Tag: #UNMCID

New Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Sias Scherger

Dr. Sias Scherger completed an ID fellowship at the University of Colorado, where he stayed on as faculty for a few years. He now joins us at UNMC ID, where he will focus on the treatment of immunocompromised patients. A Nebraska native and graduate of UNMC’s College of Medicine, we welcome him back! Read on to learn more about our great new addition to the UNMC ID faculty. Congratulations Sia!

Sep 5, 2023

New Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Juan Teran

Dr. Juan Teran joins UNMC ID as an assistant professor and the medical director of the Nebraska Infection Control Assessment and Promotion Program (ICAP). He recently completed an ID fellowship at Boston University. Read on to learn more about this great new addition to the UNMC ID team. Congratulations Juan!

Aug 30, 2023

New Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Shawna Sunagawa

Dr. Shawna Sunagawa is not new to UNMC ID, having completed her pharmacy residency here at Nebraska Medicine/UNMC. She is, however, transitioning to a new role within the division, and we are very excited to have her stay on! Read on to learn more about this fantastic new addition to the UNMC ID faculty. Congratulations, Shawna

Aug 22, 2023

Tools of the Trade: How Flowcharts can aid Quality Improvement in Healthcare

At UNMC ID, we are always proud of our leaders who strive to improve patient care daily. Last month, team members at Nebraska Medicine attended a mini-training led by Nichole Regan focusing on the utility of process mapping and flow charts in improving the quality of patient care.

Jul 25, 2023

Meeting Recap: 2023 Nebraska Antimicrobial Stewardship Summit (Part 2)

The 2023 Nebraska Antimicrobial Stewardship Summit was held on Friday, June 2, 2023 at the Embassy Suites Conference Center in La Vista, NE. Read on for a recap of what was discussed!

Jul 19, 2023

Meeting Recap: 2023 Nebraska Antimicrobial Stewardship Summit (Part 1)

The 2023 Nebraska Antimicrobial Stewardship Summit was held on Friday, June 2, 2023 at the Embassy Suites Conference Center in La Vista, NE. Read on for a recap of what was discussed!

Jul 17, 2023

Last Words – by Graduating Fellow Dr. Bryan Walker

The following reflection was provided by graduating UNMC ID fellow, Dr. Bryan Walker.

Dr. Walker will be transferring to the University of Tennessee Medical Center where he will be practicing in general infectious diseases! Congrats Bryan

Jun 29, 2023

UNMC ID Launches Program to Improve Health Equity

The UNMC ID Division is launching Achieving Equitable Health Outcomes in Nebraska, a program to support Nebraska-based organizations in improving health equity in alignment with the Joint Commission’s new priority. See the flyer below and check out this linked website for more information. Interested in learning more? The first meeting is TODAY, June 21st, at 12pm. […]

Jun 21, 2023

Research Digest: Ventilator-Associated Events

Research Digest is a periodic installment that recognizes the world-class clinical research performed right here at UNMC ID. This week, we feature three articles exploring infectious complications associated with ventilator use. As always, be sure to check out the linked full articles for more details.

Jun 14, 2023

Meeting Recap: Nebraska HIV Prevention & Care Update

The 2023 Nebraska HIV Prevention & Care Update was a great success on 5/18/23 at UNO Barbara Weitz Center for Community Engagement. Hosted by the Nebraska Dept of Health and Human Services and KS/NE AIDS Education and Training Center, the program featured presenters and panelists representing the health department, Nebraska Medicine/UNMC Specialty Care Center, community-based organizations, and consumers of HIV care. Over 100 participants joined in person and virtually from across the region.

Jun 6, 2023