Jeff Balser

Dr. Jeff Balser on Adapting and Thriving in a New Phase of the Pandemic

As our region begins to reopen businesses, we are entering a new phase of the pandemic. COVID-19 is still with us and remains a major public health challenge. But responsibility is shifting to all of us — as individuals and as institutions — to find new ways to live and work while keeping ourselves, and each other, safe.

Dr. Jeff Balser on a careful approach to restarting elective services

As public officials begin to lift restrictions due to COVID-19, I want to spend a few minutes today talking about our next steps at VUMC.

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.

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?

Dr. Jeff Balser on flattening the curve and remaining prepared

Let me start by expressing my gratitude for the way you have supported one another and have risen to the challenge posed by Covid-19. Your courage, flexibility and hard work are having a tremendous impact. 

Dr. Jeff Balser on VUMC’s ongoing commitment to its people and the needs of our community

It’s been just over a month since the first reported case of COVID-19 in our region. And while there is a significant road ahead of us, I want to take a moment to share my gratitude for each and every one of you.

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