Pediatric News
Updates from the Department of Pediatrics
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Kari Simonsen, M.D., chair, UNMC Department of Pediatrics
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Department of Pediatrics Chair Update
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Kari Simonsen, M.D.
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As we begin to welcome new trainees and staff into the department, Kari Simonsen, M.D., department chair, encourages faculty to create an environment of increasing hospitality and inclusion.
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Our Successes:
Department Celebrations
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Department of Pediatrics share their accomplishments, publications and appointments.
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Division Feature:
Infectious Disease
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Shirley Delair, M.D., interim chair, Infectious Disease, shares the division's notable accomplishments, celebrations and goings-on.
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Faculty Development:
F.A.S.T
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The pandemic has changed the way we teach and we've adjusted to the global disruption, now find out how to navigate what's next. If you’re ready to continue learning and take your teaching to the next level, register for F.A.S.T. -
Focused, Accelerated Success in Teaching
. This educational and transformational workshop will ensure you’re prepared for what lies ahead in 2020. Space is limited to allow for maximum support for participants, register today to secure your spot. Check out the
F.A.S.T. brochure
for more information.
When: Monday, Aug. 3 - Monday, Aug. 10 (no weekends), 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Where: UNMC Omaha Campus
Enrollment Fee: $250
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Faculty Development:
Promotion and Tenure Process Begins for 2021
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The Promotion and Tenure (P and T) process is beginning for the 2021 promotion cycle. For more information on the process, requirements and deadlines, follow the link below.
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Chancellor Update
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Budget Planning Process
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Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D., provided an update on the budget planning process for UNMC. Announced by University of Nebraska System President Ted Carter, the system will implement budget reductions in response to the pandemic. The budget assumptions and proposals will be presented to the Board of Regents on June 26. Follow the links to the right for the full letter from Chancellor Gold, as well as supporting Q&A document.
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Residency Program
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Graduation Banquet & Celebrations
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The Pediatrics Residency program kicked off a graduation celebration with a scavenger hunt around Omaha on Friday, June 19. In small, masked and socially distant groups, the residents made their way around Omaha to some of their favorite spots as part of the hunt. Sent on their way with gift baskets (right), residents enjoyed a home-de
livered meal while they watched the virtual graduation, hosted by Dhilhan Marasinghe, M.D. (HO-II) and Julie Risinger, M.D. (HO-II).
Congratulations to all graduates and good luck in your next venture! Follow the link below to see where all residents will be heading next.
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Faculty Accomplishments
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Teaching Awards
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During the virtual residency graduation on Friday, June 19, Department of Pediatrics faculty and residents were presented with teaching awards. See the document linked below for awards that were presented to recognize individuals for their outstanding service and teaching.
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Pediatric Academy Society: Neonatology Summer Webinar Series, Week 4
CHRI Research Seminar Series
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Department of Pediatrics Meeting: June
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If you missed this month's Department of Pediatrics General Faculty meeting on Thursday, June 25, please view the recording. Note: you must be logged into your Children's account to access the recording as it is saved on the shared drive. On your desktop, follow this path to view the recording: Q:\General Faculty Meetings\UNMC General Faculty Meeting 6-25-20-1_Children's Hospital
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College of Medicine Department of Pediatrics
982155 Nebraska Medicine
Omaha, NE 68198-2155
402-559-6400
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