Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center

06/19/2026

Congratulations to Dr. H. Dele Davies on being named the ninth Chancellor of the University of Nebraska Medical Center. We are excited for this next chapter and look forward to the continued growth and impact under his leadership.

Get to know Dr. Davies: https://lnkd.in/ewCzH4Jv

Dr. Davies’ appointment, which will take effect July 1, was approved by the NU Board of Regents at its June 18 meeting.

06/18/2026

Men are less likely to seek routine medical care, yet many of the leading causes of illness—including heart disease, diabetes and cancer—can often be prevented or detected early through regular checkups and healthy lifestyle choices.

This Men's Health Week, make your health a priority. The best time to take charge of your health is before there's a problem.

📍Schedule your annual check-up
📍Know your numbers (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar)
📍Stay active
📍Eat a balanced diet
📍Avoid to***co and limit alcohol

Your health matters—to you, your family and your community.

06/17/2026

Finishing cancer treatment is something to celebrate—and your ongoing health and well-being matter, too. That’s where survivorship care comes in.

At the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center, we are committed to supporting survivors as they continue their care beyond treatment. Survivorship care is about more than monitoring for cancer recurrence—it’s about helping you thrive physically, emotionally and overall.

Resources to support survivors thrive:

✅ Cancer Survivorship Program – Nebraska Medicine. Comprehensive support to help survivors thrive after treatment. https://www.nebraskamed.com/.../cancer-survivorship-program

✅ Emotional Support for Cancer Survivors. Dedicated services to support mental and emotional well-being. https://www.nebraskamed.com/.../cancer.../emotional-support

✅ Support for Special Populations. Tailored survivorship resources for diverse communities and unique needs. https://www.nebraskamed.com/.../cance.../special-populations

✅ Nebraska Cancer Network – Advocacy & Education. Connecting Nebraskans with vital cancer-related support and education. https://necancernetwork.org/nebraska-cancer-advocacy...

06/16/2026

A national recognition that reflects our commitment to exceptional lymphedema care. The Lymphatic Education & Research Network (LE&RN) has designated Nebraska Medicine | Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center as the only Comprehensive Cancer Center of Excellence for lymphedema in Nebraska. We are among the first 20 centers worldwide to receive this distinction.

What does this mean for patients? It reflects our commitment to continuing education, multidisciplinary coordination and access to the full spectrum of surgical and therapeutic options for lymphedema care—ensuring patients receive comprehensive, specialized treatment throughout their journey. Read more: https://go.unmc.edu/center-of-excellence-for-lymphedema

06/16/2026

This National Black Family Cancer Awareness Week, start the conversation.
Talking with family about cancer history can help identify risks, guide screening decisions and support early detection.

Ways to support your health and your family's health:

✅ Ask about your family's cancer history
✅ Schedule recommended screenings
✅ Share trusted health information
✅ Encourage loved ones to prioritize preventive care

06/12/2026

More people than ever are living beyond cancer—and the field is rising to meet them!

Read how Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center researchers are helping shift the focus from surviving to thriving: https://go.unmc.edu/survivorship-care

As cancer survival rates continue to rise, a new question takes center stage: how can survivors live well after cancer?

06/10/2026

Proton beam system arrives in Nebraska. A major milestone reached with the delivery of Nebraska's first proton beam therapy system to the University of Nebraska Medical Center.

As the first technology of its kind in Nebraska, proton therapy will provide patients with access to highly precise cancer treatment that minimizes radiation exposure to healthy tissue.

Once operational, the system will expand access to advanced cancer care for patients across Nebraska and neighboring states reducing the need to travel long distances for treatment.
KETV news: https://go.unmc.edu/z7qy

06/09/2026

06/09/2026

Join us today for Let’s Chat Cancer in collaboration with World Speaks! As part of Language Access Week, we’ll discuss Breast Cancer in the Latine Community and explore the importance of education, awareness and access to care.

Speakers:
📍Juan Santamaria, MD, Breast Cancer Surgeon

📍Vimla Band, PhD, Breast Cancer Scientist

This event is open to all community members.

Join via Zoom:
https://unmc.zoom.us/j/91673601105?pwd=611972MlBZghHKE4XzD3aVJeVK9Dz8.1

Meeting ID: 916 7360 1105
Passcode: 265264

Help us spread the word and be part of this important conversation about breast cancer.

06/07/2026

The Cattlemen's Ball of Nebraska brings communities together to support cancer research. A few glimpses from our time at the Ball '26.