"Hidden VUMC Figures" event honors crucial contributions
On Monday, the Vanderbilt University Medical Center Office for Diversity Affairs held the inaugural "Hidden VUMC Figures" event, a tribute to employees who have made significant long-term, often behind-the-scenes, contributions to the Medical Center. View...
Center for Addiction Research science day shines light on addiction's power
Fatal drug overdoses in Davidson County more than doubled in the past four years and now exceed the death rates for homicides and motor vehicle accidents, yet few people with addiction can obtain the treatment they need, Nashville Mayor Megan Barry said Tuesday. View...
Dolly's Children's Hospital visit highlights strong ties
To celebrate the release of her first children's album, "I Believe in You," legendary country music singer-songwriter Dolly Parton visited Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt and performed songs from the album for patients, their families and hospital staff. View...
"VUMC Voice": Remembering the day Johnny Cash came to VUMC
The support and close relationship of Nashville musicians with VUMC was demonstrated again by Dolly Parton's visit a few days ago. This story recalls a visit more than 30 years ago by another musical legend. View...
Vanderbilt's liver transplant program reaches new milestone
Earlier this month, Vanderbilt University Medical Center performed its 2,000th liver transplant, another milestone for one of the largest liver transplant programs in the Southeast. View...
Open Enrollment ends tomorrow
Open Enrollment for 2018 benefits ends at 11:59 p.m. this Friday, Oct. 20. While Open Enrollment is passive this year--meaning the benefits you elected in 2017 will automatically roll over to 2018--it's a good idea to take this time to review your elections and make any necessary changes. View...
Room-cleaning robots use UV radiation to zap microorganisms
Germ-killing robots are being enlisted to further safeguard VUMC patients from health care-associated infections. The robots will be deployed in selected inpatient areas, starting this month with the burn unit at Vanderbilt University Adult Hospital. View...
"VUMC Voice" Halloween children's art contest deadline is noon Monday
"VUMC Voice," the new online magazine for the Medical Center community, is looking for Halloween art from the children and grandchildren of employees, students and volunteers. View...
Farmers' Market on plaza today
In addition to fresh fruits and vegetables, the market also offers fresh flowers, meat, cheese, milk and bread. View...