VUMC News and Communications

November 20, 2014

Study finds national decline in one type of serious heart attack

The most emergent form of heart attacks is decreasing nationwide, but this declining incidence could affect emergency departments’ quality and timeliness of care.

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Elise McMillan (Vanderbilt)
November 20, 2014

Down Syndrome group honors McMillan

Elise McMillan, J.D., received the Mollie Burd Gavigan Service Award from the Down Syndrome Association of Middle Tennessee (DSAMT) in recognition of McMillan’s “instrumental role in improving the lives of individuals with Down syndrome in Middle Tennessee.” The award was presented recently at the annual DSAMT Buddy Race.

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November 19, 2014

More breast cancer patients opting for mastectomy, Vanderbilt study finds

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November 18, 2014

Vanderbilt study finds nationwide decline in one type of serious heart attack

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chip closeup
November 18, 2014

Vanderbilt’s neurovascular chip project moves into new phase

Vanderbilt researchers will play a key role in the second phase of the federal “tissue chip for drug screening” program.

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November 17, 2014

Documentary, panel discussion to explore ‘The American Nurse’

The lives and work of five nurses on the front lines of the biggest issues facing America—aging, war, prisons and poverty—are explored in a new documentary film that will screen Tuesday, Dec. 2, at the Carmike Bellevue 8.

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November 14, 2014

Vanderbilt University and Medical Center take steps to ensure continued vibrancy and growth

Vanderbilt University Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos today announced the institution is embarking on a process to reconfigure Vanderbilt University Medical Center as a not-for-profit academic medical center that is financially distinct from the university. The move will give the medical center increased financial independence while preserving and growing the collaboration that has resulted in Vanderbilt's research, education and medical excellence.
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November 14, 2014

Vanderbilt University and Medical Center Announce Steps to Strengthen Future

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November 14, 2014

Message from the Chancellor about steps to ensure continued vibrancy and growth for VU and VUMC

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November 13, 2014

Overnight road closure near hospital entrance continues Nov. 17-21

The north entrance drive for Vanderbilt University Hospital will be closed from Monday, Nov. 17, through Friday, Nov. 21, between 10 p.m.–4:30 a.m. each night.
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November 13, 2014

Vanderbilt team examines human factors in nuclear power plant operations

A multidisciplinary Vanderbilt team with deep experience in improving patient safety and technology usability has received a three-year, $800,000 Department of Energy grant to help nuclear power plant operators better perform their jobs.
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November 13, 2014

Photo: Veterans Day visit

Personnel from Blanchfield Army Community Hospital in Fort Campbell, Kentucky, took part in a special Veterans Day Panel at Vanderbilt University School of Nursing Tuesday.
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