Author: Kathy Rivers
One Hundred Oaks construction update: which entrances to use and avoid
Sep. 15, 2023—The One Hundred Oaks renovation to convert third floor administrative space into clinical space started in July and is progressing on schedule. The first phase of the Entrance E construction work starts this week and runs through the end of October. During this time: Entrance E will be partially closed. The main doors and escalator...
Office of Health Equity’s Innovation Award winners announced
Sep. 13, 2023—VUMC’s Office of Health Equity (OHE) has selected four projects for the 2023-2024 Health Equity Innovation Awards. “One of the unique pieces of the HEIAs is being able to convene individuals across the entire VUMC community, from various departments and roles within our enterprise,” said Brian Marshall, Ed.D., senior program manager of the Innovation Awards....
VUH second floor area near Panera to be closed for refurbishment; ATMs temporarily unavailable
Sep. 12, 2023—Vanderbilt University Hospital’s second floor area near Panera, known by many as the “Panera lobby,” will be closed for refurbishment starting Sept. 16. These upgrades will include replacing flooring and light fixtures to make this area more user-friendly for patients, families, and staff. Panera, the restaurant, will remain open during the work. Details: The entrance...
September Chat Room Series celebrates Latino/a/x culture, Sept. 20
Sep. 12, 2023—This month’s Chat Room Series, “Storytelling on the Diverse Tapestry of Lainto/a/x Culture,” is set for Sept. 20. This session is open to all members of the VUMC Community. There is no need to have attended previous CHAT Room sessions. The Office of Diversity and Latinos Unidos en Vanderbilt Employee Resource Group are offering this...
VUH Town Hall set for July 27
Jul. 25, 2023—Join the Vanderbilt University Hospital Town Hall July 27, from 11 to 11:50 a.m. via MS Teams here. Topics will focus on kicking off Fiscal Year 2024, including capacity, annual Culture Survey results, hospital performance and more. Hosted by the hospital senior leadership team, this is an opportunity to gather as a VUH community, hear...
July Chat Room Series: “A Class on Classism” is July 19
Jul. 7, 2023—This month’s Chat Room Series: “A Class on Classism – Unpacking the Culture of Institutional Power and Privilege” will be held at two times, 7 a.m. and noon, on July 19. The sessions are open to all members of the VUMC community. There is no need to have attended previous CHAT Room sessions. The session...
What’s for lunch? Check out the Courtyard Café offerings online
Jul. 6, 2023—To check the Courtyard Café’s weekly menu, weekly specials, and the monthly calendar. Visit and bookmark https://www.vumc.org/courtyard-cafe/. Additionally, please note: The Food and Nutrition Catering Dept is not accepting any catering orders due to major renovations in the department which are expected to continue until 2025. The Mein Bowl, which is popular for its Asian-inspired...
Updates to Courtyard Café offerings announced
Jul. 6, 2023—To check the Courtyard Café’s weekly menu, weekly specials, and the monthly calendar. Visit and bookmark https://www.vumc.org/courtyard-cafe/. Important updates effectively immediately: The Food and Nutrition Catering Dept is not accepting any catering orders due to major renovations in the department which are expected to continue until 2025. The Mein Bowl, which is popular for its...
Shana Alford named director of Evaluation and Equity
Jul. 5, 2023—Public health researcher Shana Alford has joined VUMC as director of Evaluation and Equity. This position, which spans the Office of Health Equity and the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, was created as part of VUMC’s Racial Equity Plan.
New construction project to expand clinical space at One Hundred Oaks
Jun. 23, 2023—This time next year, Vanderbilt Health One Hundred Oaks will have 61,000-square-feet of additional clinical space thanks to a renovation project that kicks off July 5.
“You’re Not Alone” workplace violence prevention series: support resources available
Apr. 27, 2023—Lori Rolando, MD, MPH, executive director, Vanderbilt Health and Wellness, shares a variety of ways to access support in the aftermath of workplace violence situations in the final installment of the ‘You’re Not Alone” video series. https://www.vumc.org/main/what-workplace-violence “It’s natural to have a wide range of emotions that may change over time,” Rolando says. People who...
VUH Town Hall is April 27
Apr. 25, 2023—Join the Vanderbilt University Hospital Town Hall April 27, from 11 to 11:50 a.m. via MS Teams here. Topics will focus on workplace violence prevention, the annual Culture Survey, hospital performance and more. The event is hosted by VUH President Shon Dwyer, MBA, RN, and the hospital senior leadership team. This is an opportunity to...
