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Psychiatry Department continues to find ways to improve access to care

The Behavioral Health Service line continues to explore new ways to expand access to care for patients needing behavioral health treatment. Since 2017, the department has seen a 108 percent increase in clinic visits. “Beyond growth in volume, we expanded the range of services offered, including new subspecialty clinics for patients with psychosis, treatment-resistant depression and intellectual/developmental […]

May 8, 2026

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Impact in Education: Therese Mathews, PhD

Written by UNMC Office of Academic Affairs and Derek Sullivan Terri Mathews, PhD, is an associate professor in the College of Nursing and the College of Medicine. Dr. Mathews received the Inspirational Mentor of Educators Award at the Impact in Education Awards on March 6. The award honors an individual who has provided exceptional mentorship […]

Mar 26, 2026

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The UNMC Department of Psychiatry will welcome five new trainees this summer

Julia Dahlke, MD, University of Kansas City School of Medicine; Samantha DeLuca, DO, AT Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine; Kennet Sorenson, MD, UNMC; Lauren Weber, DO, Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine; Spencer Zaheri, MD, Louisiana State University School of Medicine-Shreveport will join the Department of Psychiatry as interns on July 1, […]

Mar 26, 2026

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Dr. Ryan Edwards completes a successful 7-year tenure as Child Psychiatry Division Director

Ryan Edwards, MD, will step down as the Child and Adolescent Division Director in the Department of Psychiatry on June 30, 2026. Edwards has led the division since 2019. “I am grateful to Dr. Edwards for his steady leadership of the Child Division,” said David Cates, PhD, Behavioral Health Director for the Department of Psychiatry. “He has […]

Mar 26, 2026

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UNMC Psychiatry Residency Program selects new leaders

The UNMC Department of Psychiatry Residency Program has chosen a new Chief Resident and Junior Chief Resident for the upcoming academic year. Current third-year resident Christian Pollema, MD, has been named Chief Resident. Second-year resident Brittany Bamberg, MD, has been named Junior Chief Resident. The duo replaces the current Chief Resident, Jacob Givens, MD, and […]

Mar 26, 2026

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Community members celebrate partnership with Psychiatry Department

The Department of Psychiatry honored two organizations and three community members for their hard work as partners in the department’s growth. Charles Drew Health Center and Lutheran Family Services, as well as Rashmi Ojha, MD; Edgar Sanchez, and Cathy Wyatt, B.J., received the Outstanding Partnership Award during its annual department and education awards luncheon on […]

Feb 5, 2026

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SPOTLIGHT: Kendra Grelson, RN

Bio: My hometown is Hickory, North Carolina, but thanks to the United States Air Force, I was born in Peru, Indiana, better known as “Circus City, USA!”  We moved around frequently, including two tours at Offutt AFB, which led me to Creighton University for my BSN. The first half of my career was spent in Psychiatry/Behavioral Health, and […]

Feb 4, 2026

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Dr. Donovick honored for work on expanding forensic fellowship

Roger Donovick, MD, Medical Officer for the Lincoln Regional Center, received the Department of Psychiatry Chair’s Distinguished Service Award for his advocacy for the new Forensic Psychiatry Fellowship.   Department of Psychiatry Chair Howard Liu, MD, MBA, presented the award to Dr. Donovick. “Dr. Roger Donovick, who is an addiction psychiatrist and NE DHHS leader, […]

Feb 4, 2026

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Dr. Taylor starts new role in C/L

David Taylor, MD, has been promoted to Associate Medical Director for UNMC/Nebraska Medicine Inpatient Consultation-Liaison (C/L) services. Taylor, who joined UNMC in 2023, began his new role on January 1, 2026. Dr. Taylor is an assistant professor at UNMC. He also took over as Patient Safety and Quality Lead for the department in 2023 and […]

Feb 4, 2026

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Psychiatry Department celebrates National Women Physicians Day

On February 3, 2026, we celebrate National Women Physicians Day. According to the American Medical Association, National Women Physicians Day, also known as Women Physicians Day or Women in Medicine Day, honors the pioneering achievements and ongoing contributions of female physicians in the field of health care. It also commemorates the trailblazing spirit of Elizabeth […]

Feb 4, 2026

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