Nancy Humphrey

Softball player and cancer survivor Madison Barnett. (photo courtesy Lee University)
December 11, 2024

Second wind: 22-year-old Madison Barnett prepares for return to softball mound after cancer journey

The Lee University pitcher plans 2025 comeback after Ewing sarcoma sidelined her for more than year.

By Nancy Humphrey
(file photo by Anne Rayner)
December 5, 2024

VUMC to study effect of breathing tube size on breathing, speaking, swallowing

Approximately 1% of the U.S. population — 2 million to 3 million adults — experience critical illness requiring the placement of a breathing tube each year.

By Nancy Humphrey
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November 14, 2024

Studies to explore molecular drivers of pulmonary diseases

Three grants, totaling over $22 million, were awarded by the National Institutes of Health’s National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute and will be led by a team of VUMC investigators.

By Nancy Humphrey
November 7, 2024

Pediatric Gene Therapy Workgroup honored for defining personalized care for children

“The focus and dedication of this team has driven the early success of our program and has put us at the forefront among centers offering these innovative therapies across the country.”

By Nancy Humphrey
October 22, 2024

New VUMC hospital expansion to be named Jim Ayers Tower

Serving as the new front door to Vanderbilt University Hospital, the building serves as a visible reminder of the monumental impact Janet and Jim Ayers have had on the people of Tennessee.

By Nancy Humphrey
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October 2, 2024

VA establishes analytics team to improve acute care for rural veterans

The initiative aligns with the Office of Rural Health’s mission to improve the health and well-being of rural veterans and the VA’s priority of becoming a learning health care system.

By Nancy Humphrey
September 27, 2024

Minor early changes in lungs can signal changes in progressive lung disease

The research focused on the very early stages of FPF, a serious progressive lung disease where for unknown reasons scar tissue builds up in the lungs over time.
By Nancy Humphrey
September 18, 2024

Clinic marks 10th year of diagnosis and treatment of drug allergies

The clinic, celebrating its 10th year, has seen groundbreaking discoveries in personalized care and diagnosis for allergy, especially delayed drug allergy, and has advanced discoveries in the optimal process to test patients for drug allergies.
By Nancy Humphrey
September 10, 2024

Department of Pediatrics establishes Dr. Kathryn Edwards Society

In addition to pediatric vaccine evaluation and implementation, the clinical care of patients, and public health advocacy, Edwards has been dedicated to teaching and mentoring many trainees.
By Nancy Humphrey
September 4, 2024

Sternberg elected to key leadership roles for the Association of University Professors of Ophthalmology

Sternberg has a long history of leadership in ophthalmology, including serving as president of the AUPO, president of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, president of the Macula Society and chair of the Board of Governors for the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology Foundation.
By Nancy Humphrey
August 22, 2024

Sandra Gonzalez named to risk management leadership role

As Vice President of Risk and Insurance Management for VUMC, Gonzalez will be responsible for continuously evaluating and improving the Medical Center’s performance.
By Nancy Humphrey
August 21, 2024

Mary Romano named president of North American Society of Pediatric & Adolescent Gynecology

NASPAG provides multidisciplinary leadership in education, research, advocacy and clinical care to improve the reproductive health of youth.
By Nancy Humphrey
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