Dr. Jerald R. Schenken is a nationally recognized pathologist who has been associated with Omaha hospitals and the University of Nebraska Medical Center for 35 years. In 2000, UNMC established an annual award in Dr. Schenken’s name to recognize his contributions to the continuing education of future physicians, medical technologists, and other health professionals. Dr. Schenken served as president of the American Board of Pathology and as president of the board’s Research and Education Foundation. The College of American Pathologists named him national Pathologist of the Year, and the American Pathology Foundation presented him its Distinguished Service Award. Dr. Schenken continues to practice in Omaha.
Jerald passed away in 2001 at the age of 68.