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April 30, 2020

Donating from the heart

Tyler Hubbard of country music’s Florida Georgia Line and his wife, Hayley Hubbard, delivered meals to VUMC last week.

By VUMC News and Communications
April 30, 2020

VUMC adopts new N95 sterilization method

Vanderbilt University Medical Center is switching to hydrogen peroxide vapor for sterilization of the white bulbous N95 facemask-respirators used by health care workers to protect against COVID-19.

By Paul Govern
April 30, 2020

Study explores patient satisfaction following nasal surgery

Out-of-pocket costs are associated with patient satisfaction after nasal breathing surgery, a new study by Vanderbilt University Medical Center researchers revealed.

By Kelsey Herbers
VUPD officer Sgt. Eddie Lawler and his K-9 companion Akali and Sgt. Joe Musick and Kato pose for a photo at VUMC.
April 29, 2020

Adult Hospital adds K-9 unit for patient, staff, visitor safety

Two Drug Detection Canines (DDC) are now reporting for duty in the halls and units of the Vanderbilt University Adult Hospital (VUAH).

By Kristin Smart
April 29, 2020

Clarksville boy bounces back after COVID-19 infection

After a month of cough, off-and-on fever, not feeling well and isolation, Joseph “Jo Jo” Bostain is back to bouncing on his trampoline, reading Harry Potter books and planting flowers outside his Clarksville home.

By Christina Echegaray
April 29, 2020

Vanderbilt investigators encouraged by early results of placebo-controlled remdesivir trial

A preliminary look at data from hospitalized adults diagnosed with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in a randomized, controlled clinical trial to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the investigational antiviral remdesivir is showing promising results.

By Craig Boerner
April 28, 2020

Expanding clinical services at VUMC in a manner consistent with the roadmap to reopen Nashville

Consistent with the city’s Roadmap to Reopen Nashville, VUMC will reinitiate elective clinical services in a phased manner that prioritizes safety for patients and employees on Friday, May 1.
By VUMC News and Communications
April 27, 2020

Pearson receives Shovel Award from VUSM students

Each year, the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine graduating fourth-year class honors one faculty member with the Shovel Award in recognition of the exceptionally meaningful impact he or she has had on their medical education.
By Kathy Whitney
April 27, 2020

COVID-19 doesn’t prevent Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital’s transition to new IT systems

In the early evening hours of April 23, Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital (VWCH) completed most of its transition to VUMC’s clinical and information technology (IT) systems. The change represented a critical step in fully integrating the hospital into the Vanderbilt family.
By Madison Agee
April 24, 2020

Dr. Jeff Balser about plans to resume services at VUMC

Let’s start today with a topic that I know is top-of-mind: When and — just as important — how will we reopen?
By VUMC News and Communications
April 23, 2020

Box to be protected by MFA starting April 29

As Vanderbilt University Medical Center continues to support work-at-home efforts for many employees, workforce members are using online collaboration tools more than ever to effectively work from home offices.
By VUMC News and Communications
April 23, 2020

Urologist Dmochowski named ABU president

The American Board of Urology (ABU) is naming Roger Dmochowski, MD, MMHC, professor, Department of Urologic Surgery, and associate surgeon-in-chief at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, as its president for 2020-2021.
By Craig Boerner
April 23, 2020

Collaboration key to rapid expansion of lab test capacity

The rapid ramping up of SARS-CoV-2 testing at VUMC reflects the dedication of the professionals who work in the Clinical Laboratory and also their collaboration with colleagues in research laboratories throughout VUMC.
By Jill Clendening and Bill Snyder