When the thyroid stops working as it should, it can cause a condition called hyperthyroidism. When the gland becomes overactive, it produces too many hormones, causing the metabolism to shift into overdrive.

Nebraska Medicine is improving access to in-demand services with the construction of a new four-story health center on the southeast corner of 42nd and Farnam streets.

Whether you’re dealing with thinning hair, a dry scalp or just want healthier-looking locks, Dreams MedSpa offers a range of treatments to fit your needs.

At 24, Kelsie Lathrop was told she had irreversible pulmonary hypertension caused by a “minor” hole in her heart. Together, Drs. Tsai and Wichman uncovered the truth: Kelsie had a large, unrepaired atrial septal defect (ASD).

A research study is examining whether cannabidiol (CBD) therapy may help adults with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). 

The Innovation Design Unit (IDU) opened its doors at the Nebraska Medical Center in January 2025. Since then, the 17-bed unit has become a living laboratory where technology, design and patient feedback shape the future of health care.

Nebraska Medicine has long offered outpatient palliative care to patients with cancer, supporting them through every stage of their illness. Now, the service has expanded to help patients facing other serious health conditions as well.

When you need your questions answered, timely access matters. A new Help Center has been added to the Nebraska Medicine website to make it easier for patients to find information quickly.

Jack Petersen’s parents faced an unimaginable choice when he was born with kidney failure. Doctors gave him less than a 5% chance of survival.

When Julie Kane’s infant son, Connor Okruhlica, needed a liver transplant in 1997, her family traveled from Kentucky to Omaha for the life-saving procedure. The family faced a difficult journey, but the kindness and generosity they experienced along the way left a lasting impact.