Author: Derek Sullivan

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

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

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

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

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

Psychiatry Department honors faculty, staff and community partners at annual awards luncheon

The Department of Psychiatry honored two local organizations and 27 staff and community members during its annual New Year’s Awards luncheon on January 28 at Wigton Heritage Center in Wittson Hall. Awards: Outstanding Partnership Award: Charles Drew Health Center, Lutheran Family Services, Rashmi Ojha, MD, Edgar Sanchez, Cathy Wyatt. Escape Fire Patient Safety Award: Jacob […]

Feb 3, 2026

Parsons named Clinic Operations Lead

Kiley Parsons, CNA, has been promoted to Clinic Operations Lead for the Department of Psychiatry. Parsons, CNA, joined the department in May 2024. During the past year and a half, Parsons has not only been the first face many patients see, additionally she has also helped with training and scheduling. Psychiatry Clinic Manager Meagan Kankovsky, […]

Dec 19, 2025

IOP currently has several openings for in-person group sessions

Nebraska Medicine’s Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) understands that holiday and post-holiday stress can be difficult for people in treatment.  The IOP, which started in 2018, offers a safe and supportive environment during this critical time. The program’s mission is to support the needs of individuals with co-occurring mental and addiction disorders who require more support […]

Dec 19, 2025

Dr. Hwang conducts workshop in Seoul, South Korea

Soonjo Hwang, MD, Director of Global Research at Department of Psychiatry, conducted a workshop at the Asian Center of the Seoul National University last month in Seoul, South Korea, as the psychiatry department’s research division continues to train medical students and research personnel across the globe. On November 11, 2025, Dr. Hwang and Professor Kang […]

Dec 19, 2025

SPOTLIGHT: Chase Brice

Clinical Research Associate Chase graduated from the University of Mary Hardin–Baylor with a degree in Biology (Pre-PA). Chase grew up in Austin, Texas, and also served as an officer in the Army National Guard. Before joining the psychiatry department, Chase worked in several management roles. Why did you join the psychiatry department? I’ve always had […]

Dec 19, 2025

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