Message from Dr. C. Wright Pinson, Deputy CEO and Chief Health System Officer, about COVID-19 resources for employees

Colleagues, Despite the presence of COVID-19 here in our community we are continuing to take care of all our patients. The preparations we are taking to address the challenges are supplemental to the Medical Center's regular activities and will serve us well. View...

VUMC COVID-19 Hospital and Clinic Patient Visitor Policy now in effect

In response to the presence of COVID-19 in Nashville, effective Wednesday, March 11, VUMC is implementing a restricted Hospital and Clinic Patient Visitor Policy for the Vanderbilt Health system. View...

COVID-19 screening for patients and employees

Individuals who are phone-screened and meet clinical criteria will be directed to one of 10 assessment sites located throughout the Metro Nashville area where special protocols have been established to protect the safety of all patients and staff. The Vanderbilt Adult Emergency Department is not a designated assessment site and will maintain strict infection prevention measures to protect the health of the fragile population it serves. View...

Hotlines available for people with coronavirus symptoms

VUMC has established a telephone hotline for its patients and employees who are concerned they could be ill with the disease COVID-19. The Tennessee Department of Public Health has launched a Coronavirus Public Information Line for Tennesseans who have questions about COVID-19. View...

COVID-19 testing guidance and FAQs for clinicians

VUMC has the capability to test patients for COVID-19. The VUMC Department of Infection Prevention provides recommendations and answers questions about testing. View...

Backup child care available through Care.com

Don't forget, VUMC offers employees a benefit through Care.com that gives you several options for backup care during times of potential disruption to your work or child care schedules. View...