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Nebraska Medicine is the most esteemed academic medical center in the region offering exceptional patient care combined with innovative research and education.
Another first! Our Heart & Vascular team recently completed the 1st renal denervation procedure in Omaha—Laura Ramirez was the 1st patient. The Medtronic Symplicity procedure helps reduce high blood pressure, targeting nerves near the kidneys. Congrats to Laura and our ❤️ team!
November 28, 2025 at 8:06 PM
These 13 women were the 1st grads of our Workforce Readiness Program. They met twice a week for three weeks to prepare to earn their CNA certification and step into an entry-level role at a Nebraska Medicine facility—their 1st step toward a potential nursing career! Congrats!
November 25, 2025 at 7:49 PM
Congratulations Megan Petersen, a nurse in the Medical-Surgical Unit at Bellevue Medical Center, for being the winner of an ambulatory DAISY Award!
November 24, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Congratulations Kelsey Wrightsman, a nurse in the Cardiovascular ICU at Nebraska Medical Center, for being the winner of an ambulatory DAISY Award!
November 21, 2025 at 6:53 PM
You're looking at 217 years of nursing experience! These women are all current or retired Nebraska Medicine CVICU or Neuro ICU nurses who get together for lunch every month. L to R: Michelle Linderman, Deb Whitman, Elaine Hatfield, Kathy Robb, Lexie Linderman, Judy Querry and Kris Donlan.
November 19, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Are you due for a lung cancer screening? The procedure is safe, easy and takes less that ten minutes! Learn more here: https://www.nebraskamed.com/cancer/lung-screening
November 18, 2025 at 4:52 PM
The UNMC | Nebraska Medicine Community Wellness Collaborative is hosting a turkey giveaway this Friday!
November 17, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Congratulations Kinsey Grause, a patient safety assistant in the Patient Transport Department at Nebraska Medical Center, for being the winner of a Nebraska Medicine Sunshine Award!
November 17, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Check out our big, blue circle! Colleagues from our Diabetes Center are celebrating World Diabetes Day by forming the official symbol of the disease which affects more than 500 million people worldwide. The circle represents unity, global awareness and the collective fight against the disease.
November 14, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Need one more Northern Lights pic? Here’s what they looked like from the helipad! Thanks to Emergency Services CNA Rylee Tucker for sharing!
November 14, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Congratulations Nikki Quarrie, a certified nursing assistant in in the medical-surgical unit at Bellevue Medical Center, for being the winner of a DAISY Award!
November 10, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Mark Maeder is a huge Nebraska Medicine fan. How huge? He has the tattoo to prove it. Mark just celebrated the 20-year anniversary of his heart transplant by passing out Starbucks gift cards to staff members. While doing that he showed us this photo. It's 100% real. And we're 100% impressed.
November 7, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Congratulations Deb Andresen, an LPN in Allergy and Immunology Clinic at Village Pointe Health Center, for being the winner of a DAISY Award!
November 6, 2025 at 7:54 PM
Where books and babies meet! Here's a peek at this year's costumes in the Nebraska Medical Center NICU. You can see all of them on our Facebook page: Facebook.com/NebraskaMed. Each child also received a keepsake copy of the book that inspired their costume!
October 27, 2025 at 6:55 PM
A big honor! Becker’s Hospital Review has named Nebraska Medicine to its 2025 list of hospitals and health systems recognized for excellence in oncology. The Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center was highlighted for its leadership in cancer care, research and innovation.
October 23, 2025 at 9:06 PM
A lot of people online say sunscreen causes cancer.
That’s just not true.
Here’s what dermatologists — and decades of science — say instead.
October 22, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Your DNA knows you better than anyone. Learn more about yourself so you can plan for a healthier future. Enroll in the Genetic Insights Project research study at NebraskaMed.com/GIP.   
IRB# 0645-23-CB  
October 14, 2025 at 5:52 PM
From little pumpkins to pint-sized superheroes, the annual NICU reunion was full of fa-boo-lous costumes. But as you'll see, the only thing spooky about this reunion was how fast these little ghosts and goblins have grown! https://youtu.be/6XT4V7Te3N0
NICU Reunion 2025 - Nebraska Medicine
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October 8, 2025 at 8:09 PM
“The goal here is to detect as early as possible and prevent even the possibility that cancer could even start."

Are you interested in learning about your risk for cancer or other medical conditions? Learn about a free genetic screening in this WOWT report: https://bit.ly/48M494E.
October 6, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Congratulations to Amber Cecil, a radiation therapist at the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center - Kearney, for being the latest Nebraska Medicine Caring Kind Award winner!

Her nomination cited Amber's ability to connect with others, listen deeply, and respond with empathy.
September 23, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Best. Day. Ever. That's how 10-year-old Julia Morrison described the Husker game Saturday. Julia received a bone marrow transplant at the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center from Dr. Erica Brockberg that saved her life. They were honored at halftime. More from KETV: https://bit.ly/3VurrnS
September 22, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Congratulations Mary Kiscoan, a nurse in the Medical Intensive Care Unit at Nebraska Medical Center, and the Emergency Department at Bellevue Medical Center, for being the winner of a DAISY Award!
September 19, 2025 at 1:39 PM
We know nutrition, fitness and regular check-ups can lead to a healthier future. But do you understand how your genetics can impact your health? Learn more at NebraskaMed.com/GIP.  
IRB# 0645-23-CB  
September 13, 2025 at 12:50 PM
From rounding on patients to round kicking opponents! Morgan Walgren was in medical school when she started looking for a new athletic challenge. Since then, she became both an MD and a martial arts champion! See how she balances Muay Thai and medicine: https://bit.ly/4pkpuI6
Muay Thai Meets Medicine - Nebraska Medicine
From rounding on patients to round kicking opponents! While she was in medical school, Morgan Walgren was looking for an alternative to long-distance running—even though she'd already qualified for the Boston Marathon. She eventually became Morgan Walgr...
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September 11, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Congratulations Riley Siffring, a nurse in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit at Nebraska Medical Center, for being the winner of a DAISY Award!
September 11, 2025 at 1:45 PM