Nancy Humphrey

June 16, 2023

Study shows video laryngoscope increases successful intubation on first attempt

A Vanderbilt study study comparing the two types of laryngoscopes used in tracheal intubation of critically ill patients showed that the use of a video laryngoscope increased successful intubation on the first attempt, compared to the use of a direct laryngoscope, the standard approach for almost a century.

By Nancy Humphrey
Kate Whitley is participating in a free virtual support group at VUMC for those with Long COVID.
June 15, 2023

Virtual support group helps people with Long COVID

In addition to receiving her medical care at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Kate Whitley is one of about 100 patients participating in a free virtual support group program for those with Long COVID at VUMC.

By Nancy Humphrey
May 30, 2023

Catherine Stober plays health care quarterback for generations of families

“Being a good doctor is meeting people where they are emotionally, physically, intellectually and helping your patient navigate this really complicated health care system that we have. I tell my patients I’m their quarterback and I’m here to help them figure out what the next step should be.”

By Nancy Humphrey
May 25, 2023

Small victories and success stories inspire Haley Sullivan to be a better nurse each and every shift

“As a nurse I always try to think about what I can do, even if it’s just something little that can make a difference to them, make them more comfortable, and keep them in the know about what’s going on with their situation.”

By Nancy Humphrey
May 24, 2023

Spring event honors donors’ support and generosity

Members of Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s Canby Robinson Society recently joined CEO and President Jeff Balser, MD, PhD, and his wife, Melinda, at Cheekwood Botanic Hall for the Spring Donor Celebration, an annual event honoring donors for their loyal support.

By Nancy Humphrey
May 2, 2023

VUMC surgical tech cheers on daughter Grace West on NBC’s “The Voice”

Daryl Rembinski’s family moved to Nashville from Detroit to support Grace’s singing career

By Nancy Humphrey
April 24, 2023

Study finds early RSV infection linked to significantly increased risk of asthma in children

A Vanderbilt study has found that RSV infection in the first year of life is associated with a significantly increased risk of asthma in children.
By Nancy Humphrey
April 13, 2023

Children’s mystery symptoms may be alpha-gal syndrome

A Vanderbilt study found that some children with mystery digestive symptoms may actually have undiagnosed alpha-gal syndrome, commonly known as the red meat allergy linked to tick bites.
By Nancy Humphrey
April 11, 2023

VUMC-led trial shows two investigational drugs are ineffective for treating severe COVID-19

A Vanderbilt-led study evaluating two investigational drugs to treat severe COVID-19 demonstrated that neither drug was effective.
By Nancy Humphrey
March 30, 2023

Family’s gift will support pediatric cancer research

Lily Hensiek's family has made a new $1 million commitment to endow the Lily’s Garden Discovery Researcher Fund in the Division of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology in the Department of Pediatrics at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
By Nancy Humphrey
March 24, 2023

Whittney Ransom brings infectious positivity and exemplary work to her pharmacy job. She tells jokes too.

"Her level of commitment to her colleagues is amazing and something we should all strive for."
By Nancy Humphrey
March 23, 2023

VUMC accredited for primary ciliary dyskinesia care

Vanderbilt University Medical Center has been named a fully accredited adult PCD (primary ciliary dyskinesia) Foundation Clinical and Research Center site.
By Nancy Humphrey
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