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Conditions and Services Ronald Krueger, MD, ophthalmologist, with patient

Hyperopic laser vision correction research study
Those interested in LASIK eye surgery may be eligible for a research study if they are farsighted and between 20 and 40 years of age.
Patient Stories Neely Lucquete

Family of six spends months in trailer to support transplant patient fighting cancer
Eleven years old, fighting cancer and dealing with unbearable pain, Neely Lucquete told her parents she was going to die. And all she wanted was her cat.
Conditions and Services Man with drooping face

What is facial paralysis, and how is it treated?
Facial movements serve as the cornerstone of communication and emotional expression, but even the simplest actions, like smiling or closing your eyes, can be difficult when dealing with facial paralysis.
Patient Stories Eliot Olson and Nola Olson

Patient and Family Experience Fund helps patients and families focus on healing
The way Nola Olson sees it, Nebraska Medicine has saved her life in more ways than one.
Patient Stories Karen Linnell, patient, with Chris A. Cornett, MD, orthopaedic surgeon

Spine surgery transforms pain and perspective
Karen Linnell, a physical therapist with 30 years of experience, found herself in a challenging battle between chronic back pain and fears about spine surgery.
Nebraska Medicine News Memorial Stadium

Nebraska Medicine and UNMC team up with Husker Athletics
As the official health care partner of the Huskers, the medical center will work to care for athletes and improve the health of Nebraskans.
Healthy Lifestyle Injured football player

3 common football injuries (and how to prevent them)
While football remains an exciting spectator sport, the game’s high level of contact means injuries are, unfortunately, quite prevalent.
Questions and Answers Man rubbing his eyes

You asked, we answered: What treatments are available for dry eyes?
Question: What is LipiFlow® for dry eye treatment? I hear conflicting reports about its effectiveness. Answered by Nebraska Medicine optometrist Natalie Klusaw, OD.
Conditions and Services Picture of ER sign

Where to go for emergency medical care
When you or a loved one are sick, it can be confusing to know where to go. Ask yourself these 3 questions.
Conditions and Services Man getting his hand examined

4 benefits of in-clinic orthopaedic procedures
Nebraska Medicine now offers patients the option of having certain hand procedures performed safely in a clinic instead of an operating room.
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