H. Dele Davies

MD, MS, MHCM

Physician. Educator. Researcher. Leader.

Meet H. Dele Davies, MD

For over four decades, Dr. Dele Davies has strengthened educational programs, advanced discoveries and improved the health of children and their families.

He has had the privilege of serving at every level of health science academia, from clinics and hospitals to campuses and communities, and engaged with people across Nebraska and the world. This perspective keeps him grounded on how decisions affect faculty, staff, learners, patients and communities — and it is why Dr. Davies leads by listening closely, communicating clearly, and acting with purpose to advance a shared mission.

Dr. Davies currently serves as Interim Chancellor for the University of Nebraska Medical Center, overseeing operations for seven health professional colleges, including graduate studies, and 3 institutes with more than 6,500 employees, 4,800+ students, and an annual budget exceeding $1 billion. UNMC and Nebraska Medicine, UNMC’s primary clinical partner, have a combined economic impact of over $7 billion annually to the state of Nebraska.

Dr. Davies is supported by a highly talented team of faculty, staff and student leaders, and strong community partners.

About Dr. Davies
Dr. Dele Davies poses with student at graduation to take selfie

Curated Collection of Accomplishments

“I am incredibly proud of all that we have accomplished together at the University of Nebraska Medical Center over the last 14 years. Under my leadership, UNMC student enrollment increased by 32%. We launched 11 new graduate programs and 17 new professional degree programs; and UNMC established 15 new departments or centers and 1 institute.”
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— H. Dele Davies, MD

Dr. Dele Davies gives talk in front of people

Leading with Emotional Intelligence

Effective care demands more than IQ and technical skill. It requires emotional intelligence — a keen ability to understand and manage one's own emotions and understand those of others.

That's why Dr. Dele Davies champions training in emotional intelligence. He facilitates seminars on emotional intelligence for health and other professionals, leading sessions that engage local and national audiences.

His sessions provide practical, interactive activities that strengthen leadership skills, communication, self-awareness, and team effectiveness.