Drs. Hoerning (PGY-2) and Safranek (PGY-4) represented our residency program at the AAN Fall Conference, enjoying a great conference filled with learning and networking, along with some fun exploring and enjoying everything Las Vegas has to offer! 🌟
🌟 Introducing our PGY-1s 🌟
Dr. DAVANTE’ HAMMER, MD
Hometown: Scandia, KS
Medical school: KU SOM
Plans after residency: toxicology fellowship vs general neurology
Fun facts:
- I made it to the Kansas state spelling bee in middle school.
- My hometown has a population of 300
Our 2026 Parkinson’s Disease Conference has been so informative for our community.
Thank you to our sponsors, patients, caregivers and team for making it possible. @UNMCCOM@unmc
Meet our PGY-2s from the Class of 2029! They have stepped into a new role, taking on greater responsibilities, expanding their knowledge, mastering their neurological skills and embracing new opportunities to grow
Meet our PGY-3 residents from the Class of 2028!They’re stepping into a new chapter as senior residents! From growing as clinicians to guiding and supporting the next generation of residents.
Meet our PGY-4s and Chief residents from the Class of 2027! From navigating complex cases to guiding the next generation of residents, they’re making the most of their final year.
Our residency retreat at the pumpkin patch was the perfect way to welcome the fall season! A fun opportunity for our residents and their families to relax, connect, and enjoy some time together outside the hospital. 🧡
The Department of Neurological sciences had their 2026 Meet & Greet Picnic at Elmwood park. Tacos & face painting made the day complete! It was a perfect day! Thanks to all who attended!
Our residents work closely with medical students, sharing their knowledge and giving them hands-on clinical learning opportunities. Here’s Dr. Olson (PGY-2) leading a group of medical students to see a consult and learn neurology in action!
Team Black Scrubs!
🌟Introducing our PGY-1s🌟
Dr. SETH SPRINGER, MD
Hometown: Cedar Bluffs, NE
Medical school: UNMC
Plans after residency: General Neurologist
If you were a reflex, which one would you be and why? “Patellar, because I’m not finicky”
Fun facts: NE native, loves fishing, has 2 boys
Coffee run before didactics is a residency tradition. Some things are non-negotiable.
Two pictures, same coffee. Swipe and find the difference! comment below when you find it! 🤣
Congratulations, Dr. Alshaqi!
Dr. Alshaqi was nominated and subsequently voted the 6 Neurosciences Unit Provider of the Quarter. The nominations consistently mentioned her friendliness, excellent communication, great patient care, responsiveness, and making herself available on 6 Neuro!
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Congratulations to our 2026–2027 Chief Residents on their outstanding fellowship matches! 🎉
We are incredibly proud of this exceptional group as they prepare for the next chapter of their careers.
Congratulations—we can't wait to see all that you accomplish! 🧠✨
Meet our 2026–2027 UNMC Adult Neurology Residency Program residents!
We're excited to kick off a new academic year with an outstanding group of residents. Join us in giving a warm welcome to our incoming PGY-1 Class of 2030 as they begin their neurology journey!
After a month of bootcamp filled with learning, hands-on experiences, laughter, and team bonding, our interns are ready to take on their new neurology roles as they transition into their PGY-2 year.