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May 22, 2026

DAISY Award spotlight: ‘In moments when my family felt worried or overwhelmed, Kayleigh’s reassuring presence brought them comfort and peace of mind.’

Kayleigh Jones, RN, works in the surgical stepdown unit at Vanderbilt University Hospital. She is one of the latest Vanderbilt Health DAISY Award winners. 

By Kylie Avery
May 22, 2026

A legacy built to last: Vanderbilt Health Patient Transport creates Charles ‘Pete’ Marshall Legacy Award to recognize the best of its own  

“Pete regularly checked in on people and brought a quiet strength and wisdom that helped everyone grow not only in their roles, but their lives. He was a supportive and constructive voice and truly exemplified the best of us not only in Patient Transport, but Vanderbilt Health.”

By Holly Fletcher
May 21, 2026

Protect your skin: What to know about melanoma and Mohs surgery at Vanderbilt Health 

A vast majority of melanoma cases are linked to ultraviolet exposure from sunlight, making it largely preventable. Risk factors include fair skin, a history of sunburns (especially in childhood), numerous moles, and a family history of melanoma.

By Paul Govern
May 18, 2026

Great Saves event reunites patients with medical teams who saved their lives

Though the event has been hosted by various units in recent years, this was the first VUH-wide Great Saves event. The event was specifically scheduled to celebrate National Nurses Week to honor the work nurses do every day.

By Matt Batcheldor
May 18, 2026

Food insecurity persists among many Tennessee families, new polling shows

The findings come from the latest analysis of the Vanderbilt Child Health Poll fielded annually by researchers at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt — and again show a persistent trend of food insecurity among Tennessee families.

By Jake Lowary
May 14, 2026

David Parra named Associate Director of the Division of Pediatric Cardiology  

Since joining Vanderbilt Health in 2004, he has helped shape how congenital and acquired heart disease is diagnosed and managed for patients across the region.   

By Kara Jones