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March 2, 2023

Cannula shortage led to more invasive lung support for infants

A Vanderbilt study found that a three-year shortage of a common cannula used in young infants needing lung support forced hospitals across the United States to switch to a more invasive form of lung support,

By Christina Echegaray
Andrew Wiese, MPH, PhD, left, Carlos Grijalva, MD, MPH, and colleagues found that the risk of a heart attack diagnosis was highest in the first week after onset of pneumococcal infection.
March 2, 2023

Serious pneumococcal infections increase the risk of heart attack

A Vanderbilt study found that patients with serious pneumococcal infections, including pneumonia and sepsis, are at a substantially increased risk of heart attack after the onset of infection.

By Jake Lowary
Renowned orthopaedic surgeon W. Ben Kibler, MD, delivered the new lecture bearing his name.
March 2, 2023

Orthopaedics lectureship honors legend in sports medicine

The First Annual W. Ben Kibler Sports Medicine Lectureship supports an annual educational series in sports medicine for athletic trainers, medical students, residents, fellows and practicing physicians.

By Danny Bonvissuto
March 2, 2023

Eng invited to White House Cancer Moonshot forum

Vanderbilt’s Cathy Eng, MD, has been invited to participate in the White House Cancer Moonshot Colorectal Cancer Forum.

By Tom Wilemon
March 2, 2023

High-dose flu vaccine beneficial for pediatric stem cell transplant patients

Vanderbilt was the lead site for an influenza vaccine study in pediatric allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplant recipients that may lead to a change in the current flu vaccine recommendations in this vulnerable population.

By Jessica Pasley
In the bridge-enhanced ACL restoration process, a sponge-like implant creates an environment in which torn ACL fibers can heal.
March 2, 2023

Multisite clinical trial to test new ACL repair procedure

Vanderbilt orthopaedic surgeons are revisiting the method of used to repair torn anterior cruciate ligaments.

By Danny Bonvissuto
March 2, 2023

Medical School Spring Faculty Assembly set for May 19

Vanderbilt University School of Medicine’s Spring Faculty Assembly will be noon-1:30 p.m. on May 19 in 208 Light Hall.
By VUMC News and Communications
March 2, 2023

New phase of garage expansion begins March 18

The kickoff phase of the 15-level Link Building project that involves adding three-floors to the Central Parking Garage is progressing on schedule.
By VUMC News and Communications
February 28, 2023

Discovery lecture features electron microscopy leader Cheng

Yifan Cheng, PhD, a leader in electron microscopy technology development and structural studies of biological macromolecules, will deliver the next Discovery Lecture on Thursday, March 9.
By Leigh MacMillan
February 27, 2023

Moberly extends impact of cochlear implantation research, quality of life outcomes

Vanderbilt's Aaron Moberly, MD, is developing an adult cochlear implant research/clinical program that aims to tailor rehabilitative treatment protocols to individual patients based on their auditory, linguistic and cognitive profiles.
By Danny Bonvissuto
February 23, 2023

Collaboration, creativity necessary for “Stronger Together” cost initiative: Leadership Assembly highlights

February's Leadership Assembly explored the next stage of Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s ongoing journey.
By Holly Fletcher
February 23, 2023

2022 another strong year for Vanderbilt Transplant Center

By Matt Batcheldor
February 23, 2023

Study sheds new light on hormone therapy as menopause treatment

Vanderbilt research shows that hormone replacement therapy can be safely administered depending on the method used and the patient’s age, time since menopause, and risk of cardiovascular disease.
By Matt Batcheldor
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