Success in patient care grows from UNMC's pioneering efforts in basic science and clinical research. Created latanoprost, a new drug that is now considered first line treatment for people who suffer from glaucoma. Top Patient Care UNMC faculty provide care for Nebraskans in two ways. Their skill and expertise have helped improve the health of Nebraska throughout UNMC's history. In addition, UNMC faculty help prepare future health-care professionals to serve in Nebraska and beyond.
Students work side by side with UNMC faculty.
UNMC students rank among the best because they have trained with and learned from the best. UNMC's faculty reach out to Nebraskans where they live. UNMC health-care professionals provide specialty care in underserved communities throughout Nebraska. University Medical Associates is comprised of more than 350 physicians who provide primary and specialty care to patients at Nebraska Health System hospitals and clinics. Nebraska Health System includes 23 clinics and health-care centers serving Omaha, Plattsmouth, Gretna and Auburn in Nebraska, and Council Bluffs and Shenandoah in Iowa.