Jessica Pasley Archive — Page 25 of 55

January 7, 2020

The little boy thought the pretty colors were candy. 23 magnetic beads had to be surgically removed from his body.

Doctors at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt warn parents that such cases are becoming more common. “I feel like we owe it to others to let them know about the possible dangers,” Caiden’s dad says.

By Jessica Pasley
young boy and stuffed animal
December 12, 2019

When should you take your child to the emergency room for cold or flu symptoms?

The majority of emergency room visits can be averted with a call or visit to a pediatrician

By Jessica Pasley
December 11, 2019

Vanderbilt doctors discuss when to visit emergency departments for cold and flu symptoms

‘Tis the season for colds, flu and upper respiratory illnesses say health care providers at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt.

By Jessica Pasley
December 5, 2019

VEI’s Lebanon surgery center moving to VWCH

The surgery center adjacent to the Vanderbilt Eye Institute Lebanon has closed and surgical care for VEI patients is moving to the Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital Surgery Center.

By Jessica Pasley
December 5, 2019

Children’s Hospital verified as Level 1 for trauma care

Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt has again been verified as a Level I pediatric trauma center by the American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma.

By Jessica Pasley
November 21, 2019

Children’s Hospital urges caution in toy selection this holiday season

As shoppers search for sales this season, injury prevention advocates want to raise awareness about the need to check for safety standards for toys — especially those purchased online.

By Jessica Pasley