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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Congratulations to Christie Barnes, MD on her new role as Medical Student Director for the Department of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery at UNMC!
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Congratulations to Dr. Lynn Buchanan and Dr. Breanna Hetland on their upcoming induction as Fellows of the American Academy of Nursing this October! www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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Drs. Hetland, Buchanan named AANC fellows
Program represents nursing’s 'most accomplished leaders' in policy, research, administration, practice and academia.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Congratulations to Dr. Ted Mikuls, UNMC's newest Scientist Laureate! Read more: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
The August Hydration Challenge is here! Join Campus Engagement for Every Sip Counts, this year's August (Wellbeing & Engagement) Challenge. Build one simple, sustainable hydration habit and join faculty, staff, and students as we make every sip count. Join the challenge: go.unmc.edu/wellnesschal...
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
Every step counts. Read more from the UNMC Center for Healthy Living why everyday movements matter: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
After 35 years at UNMC - 20 as founding dean of the College of Allied Health Professions - Kyle Meyer, PhD, packed a room with colleagues who came to say thank you. Congratulations, Dr. Meyer - and as one colleague put it: don't miss us. Read more: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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College, colleagues celebrate Dr. Meyer's time as dean
June event celebrated accomplishments of former UNMC College of Allied Health Professions leader Kyle Meyer, PhD.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
Congratulations to our clinical partner, Nebraska Medicine! www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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No. 1 hospital for the 15th straight year
U.S. News & World Report named Nebraska Medical Center the state's top hospital again, with multiple programs earning national rankings.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
UNeMed recently completed the installation of a display that shows the innovations and products invented at UNMC that have improved lives around the world. Read more:
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'Impact Shelf' puts UNMC innovation on display
The UNeMed office at the Catalyst building showcases innovations from UNMC that have improved lives around the world.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
Patients at the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center now have access to a promising new therapy that has generated national attention for its potential to improve outcomes for people with advanced pancreatic cancer. Read more: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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Access offered to promising pancreatic cancer treatment
The new therapy is available to patients with advanced pancreatic cancer at the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 25/07/2026
Check out the latest achievements in our UNMC community: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Registration is open for the UNMC and Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center’s Cancer Survivorship Conference. The conference is free and will be held at the Scott Conference Center at the University of Nebraska at Omaha on Sept. 4. Learn more: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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Register now for the Cancer Survivorship Conference
The conference, sponsored by UNMC and the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center, will be held Sept. 4 at the Scott Conference Center.
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Journal of Clinical Investigation @jci.org · 24/07/2026
Review: Sterol biosynthesis, brain development, and disease: doi.org/10.1172/JCI2... Peeples et al. @unmcmmi.bsky.social & @unmc.bsky.social summarize functions of cholesterol in neurodevelopment and the potential consequences of genetic factors and medications that disrupt cholesterol biosynthesis
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Nominations are being accepted for the UNMC-wide 2027 Impact in Education Awards, the highest education-related awards conferred by UNMC. 🗓️ Nominations close at 5 p.m. on Aug. 9. More information: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
The Child Health Research Institute’s Pediatric Cancer Research Group will hold the 2026 Pediatric Cancer Research Group Symposium Wednesday, Aug. 19, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. To register, please visit: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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Register for the Pediatric Cancer Research Group Symposium
The symposium will be held Aug. 19 at the Truhlsen Campus Events Center.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
A review article by a UNMC/Child Health Research Institute research team underscores and describes how altering fundamental brain development processes can be detrimental for the developing baby. Read more: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
Graphic showing several orange prescription pill bottles. Large white text reads: “Review calls attention to brain development risks associated with certain medications during pregnancy.”
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
A new chapter for campus living! 🎉 Faculty, staff and students are invited to attend a ribbon-cutting ceremony today (July 17) at 11am for UNMC Residences, the new student housing facility on UNMC’s Omaha campus. Details: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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Reminder: Ribbon cutting for UNMC Residences is today
Faculty, staff and students are invited to attend the 11 a.m. event, and will be able to walk through on self-guided tours.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Our iEXCEL program has been reaccredited for five years as an American College of Surgeons Comprehensive Accredited Education Institute, reaffirming the program’s position as a national leader in interprofessional simulation-based education and training. Read more: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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iEXCEL earns five-year ACS-AEI reaccreditation
The designation from the American College of Surgeons Comprehensive Accredited Education Institute marks a significant milestone for iEXCEL.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
See the latest news involving UNMC health care experts, educators and researchers: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/dep...
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
The UNMC College of Medicine held a basic science retreat in the first week of June, featuring a panel discussion on human-adjacent model systems in the wake of a new National Institutes of Health policy. Read more:
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Basic science research retreat aims at collaboration
Organizers hope to inspire new projects by highlighting the research in each of the UNMC College of Medicine's basic science departments.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
UNMC faculty, staff and students are invited to join H. Dele Davies, MD, today (July 7) at noon for his first forum as permanent chancellor. Forum details: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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Dr. Davies first campus forum as chancellor is today
Chancellor H. Dele Davies, MD, will talk with the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center's Joann Sweasy, PhD, and Paula Kohles, of the UNMC Office of Financial Aid.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable Independence Day!
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
The UNMC community marked America’s 250 years of independence. Read more about the event here: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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UNMC highlights 250 years of America's independence
As part of UNMC's recognition, the McGoogan Library is hosting its new historical exhibit, 'From Colony to Country.'
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Dr. H. Dele Davies is officially the ninth chancellor of UNMC. For Dr. Davies, this is his latest and most exciting opportunity to make a difference. Read more about his journey, his vision and what's ahead for the university:
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A desire to make a difference: Dr. Davies becomes UNMC chancellor
As H. Dele Davies, MD, officially takes the position of chancellor, he discusses his path to reaching this point.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 27/06/2026
Catch up on the latest accomplishments from the UNMC community: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
A workforce model built by the Behavioral Health Education Center of Nebraska (BHECN) is gaining national recognition. Read more here: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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BHECN's workforce model takes center stage
At a policy event in May, the National Governors Association featured BHECN's 'Nebraska Model' for behavioral health workforce development.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
The UNMC College of Nursing’s Continuing interProfessional Development and Innovation office will host the 31st annual Pharmacology Conference for Advanced Practice Providers on July 9-10. For more information and to register, visit: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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Registration ends soon for nursing’s pharmacology conference
The 31st annual Pharmacology Conference for Advanced Practice Providers will be held July 9-10, and registration closes July 1.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
The UNMC College of Pharmacy reached a major milestone in August 2025 when nine students enrolled in its first-ever PharmD class in Kearney, Nebraska. Read more on this historic milestone: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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Meet the trailblazers in UNMC's Kearney PharmD program
As UNMC expands its health science education programs in Kearney, nine students make up the first PharmD class there.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
UNMC Alert: Portions of Wittson Hall closed
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Launched in 2010, UNMC High School Alliance helps teens chart their future by showing them a bit of everything in the health science professions. Read more: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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Diagnosing a passion: UNMC’s High School Alliance
Launched in 2010, the program helps teens chart their future by showing them a bit of everything in the health science professions.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
A future pharmacist studying at UNMC in Kearney aims to bring meaningful connections to small town Nebraska. Read more: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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‘I can be myself in a small town’
A future pharmacist studying at UNMC in Kearney aims to bring meaningful connections to small town Nebraska,
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
Take a break, grab a coffee and connect with colleagues! Faculty, staff and students are invited to the Linder Reading Room (MSC 2001) on Thursday, June 25, at 9 a.m. for complimentary beverages and a welcoming start to the day.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
The campus community is invited to the Juneteenth Jubilee event today at 11:30am. Enjoy an afternoon of celebration, culture and community. Event details: unmc.campuslabs.com/engage/event...
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Junteenth Jubilee
Discover unique opportunities at! Find and attend events, browse and join organizations, and showcase your involvement.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
The Nebraska Board of Regents on Thursday unanimously approved the appointment of H. Dele Davies, MD, as the ninth chancellor of the University of Nebraska Medical Center. Dr. Davies’ appointment will take effect July 1. Read more: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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H. Dele Davies, MD, appointed ninth chancellor of UNMC
Dr. Davies’ appointment, which will take effect July 1, was approved by the NU Board of Regents at its June 18 meeting.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
Cngratulations to Dr. H. Dele Davies on his appointment as the ninth Chancellor of UNMC, effective July 1. A respected physician, educator, researcher and leader, Dr. Davies has helped advance healthcare, education and research across Nebraska. We look forward to his leadership.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
Congratulations to Sara Ward, associate director of campus compliance, on being named UNMC’s June Gold U recipient. Read more: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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Gold U recipient Ward is a trusted resource in UNMC compliance
Sara Ward, UNMC's associate director of campus compliance, will be honored at Thursday's NU Board of Regents meeting.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
The UNMC community is invited to attend the dedication of the new UNMC Indigenous Medicine Garden on Wednesday, June 17. This space is designed to promote healing, learning and connection to culture, community and public health. Details: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
Nearly 30 years after the first clinic started, UNMC now has four student-run clinics that make a difference. Learn how these student-run clinics began and the difference they make today: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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Seeds of care bloomed into UNMC’s SHARING Clinic
Nearly 30 years after the first clinic started, UNMC now has four student-run clinics that make a difference.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
The Annual Garden Walk is just around the corner (June 14), and tickets are still available! Enjoy access to stunning private gardens all while supporting a meaningful cause. Event details: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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Munroe-Meyer Guild's annual Garden Walk set for June 14
Tickets for the event, which will showcase five gardens, are on sale now.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
New startup raises $6.5 million to market a new therapeutic based on UNMC research. Read more: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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Dr. Hopkins’ molecule moves closer to clinic
New startup raises $6.5 million to market a new therapeutic based on UNMC research.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
Problem-solvers transform ideas into breakthroughs that reshape how we live. Step inside the minds of creators who are reimagining what’s possible. Read more on the Innovators Among Us at UNMC: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
After graduating from UNK in May as a pre-medical student, Elly Piper will stay in Kearney to attend medical school at UNMC. Read more on her journey: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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Piper taking next step at UNMC med school in Kearney
After graduating from UNK in May as a pre-medical student, Elly Piper will stay in Kearney to attend medical school at UNMC.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
Beth Smith's story highlights how innovative clinical trials, CAR T-cell research, and philanthropic support are helping transform life-changing ideas into real treatment options for patients facing complex diseases. Read more: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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‘What if that could be me?’
Inside UNMC’s groundbreaking clinical trials and the philanthropy helping to change lives.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
Thank you to everyone who joined us for an afternoon of appreciation and connection. We are proud to celebrate the people who make UNMC stronger every day. #EmployeeAppreciation
A group of university employees smiles for a selfie at a registration table during an outdoor employee appreciation event.Employees gather outside near a shaved ice truck, socializing and waiting in line during a university employee appreciation event.Employees play cornhole on a sunny campus lawn during an employee appreciation event, with tents and festive decorations in the background.University employees standing behind a tables serving cookies.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
‘Summer beats’ employee event is today at 1:30PM! Event details: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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'Summer beats' employee event is today
The appreciation event for UNMC employees runs from 1:30-3 p.m. at the Ruth & Bill Scott Student Plaza.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Need lunch plans? Check out this week’s food truck schedule on the Omaha campus:
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 30/05/2026
See the latest news involving UNMC health care experts, educators and researchers: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/dep...
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
More than 1,000 degrees were conferred during our May 2026 Omaha commencement. 🎓 Take a look back at the celebration: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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UNMC's May commencement: 'Aim for great things'
Interim Chancellor H. Dele Davies, MD, tells graduates that resilience in the face of uncertainty is key to success.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 25/05/2026
In honor of Memorial Day, we remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. Their courage and service will never be forgotten.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 23/05/2026
A look back at this year’s Nebraska Science Festival 🔬✨ "My favorite part of the festival was seeing curiosity and excitement from people of all ages coming together to explore science.” - Kacie Baum, NE SciFest organizer Event recap: www.unmc.edu/newsroom/202...
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UNMC's NE SciFest spawns 'incredible celebration of science'
Take a look at some of the scenes from around the popular month-long science festival, presented by UNMC.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center @unmc.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
The Excellence in Kidney Transplantation Award recognizes Dr. Mannon’s achievements throughout her career. Read more:
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Dr. Mannon honored by National Kidney Foundation
The Excellence in Kidney Transplantation Award recognizes Dr. Mannon’s achievements throughout her career.
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