Ryan Mullane

Ryan Mullane, DO is an Associate Professor in the Division of Nephrology within the Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine. He serves as a general nephrologist with active roles in medical education and patient care at both Nebraska Medicine and the Omaha VA Medical Center.

Education:

• Medical School: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (2013)
• Internship: Verde Valley Medical Center (2014)
• Residency: Internal Medicine, Verde Valley Medical Center (2016)
• Fellowship: Nephrology, UNMC College of Medicine (2018)

Dr. Mullane's research focuses on medical education innovations, point-of-care ultrasound applications in nephrology, acute renal failure management, vascular access complications, and the transition to dialysis. His work bridges clinical practice with educational advancements, particularly in graduate medical education and quality improvement initiatives for patients with chronic kidney disease.

His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on educational methodology in medical training, complex clinical cases in nephrology, and quality improvement projects addressing practical challenges in kidney disease management. The research spans clinical nephrology, transplant medicine, dialysis complications, and innovative approaches to medical education.

Scientific Awards:

• Inaugural SHARING clinic Ricki Otten award (2022)

Dr. Mullane actively mentors medical students and residents through his educational leadership roles. His work includes quality improvement projects focused on hepatitis B vaccination in chronic kidney disease patients and optimizing laboratory utilization for dialysis patients. He has developed curricula to enhance internal medicine resident subspecialty education.

As part of the UNMC Division of Nephrology, Dr. Mullane contributes to a collaborative team focused on advancing kidney disease care through clinical practice, research, and education. His work integrates clinical nephrology with innovative educational approaches to improve patient outcomes and train future physicians.