Leadership Assembly

March 31, 2022

Suzanne Duckworth recognized for empowering, supporting new nurses and medical assistants

“She’s never without a smile or positive comment about her team. She’s genuine in her desire to see others grow and develop and has demonstrated this repeatedly.”

By Matt Batcheldor
March 30, 2022

Uncharted days of the COVID-19 pandemic strengthen the Vanderbilt Vaccine Research Program team.

“There’s something about having a band of brothers, where you’re all focused on the same thing, and your noses are all pointed in the same direction.”

By Jill Clendening
March 1, 2022

Brent Moseng’s drive to support goes beyond his commitment to HealthIT

“What I do is help people…I love what I do. I see it as an honor to support my colleagues.”

By Jessica Pasley
February 25, 2022

Making a connection is about more than just work for Michelle Payne

Her commitment to human connection doesn’t just make her an excellent marketing director—it also makes her a great co-worker

By Leigh MacMillan
Jeff Balser, MD, PhD, talked about VUMC’s priorities moving into the next fiscal year at the February 2022 Leadership Assembly.
February 16, 2022

Efficiency, people and empowerment – Leadership Assembly takeaways

February’s Leadership assembly focused on multitude of trends, from higher patient volumes to economic inflation and a competitive labor market, require agility and emphasis on strengthening Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s supportive, empowered culture as COVID-19 ebbs and flows.

By Holly Fletcher
December 28, 2021

Team project improves electrolyte protocol for patients

“Not only do they care about the patients they see today, but they’re continuously improving their environment and their practice to better take care of the patients of tomorrow.”

By Kathy Whitney
December 28, 2021

Chad Fitzgerald experienced the pandemic from unique vantage point

"His steady voice and hand has modulated the emotional ups and downs each of us has experienced."
By Jill Clendening
December 3, 2021

Troy Hamm says he ‘happened to be in the right place, at the right time’ when he saved a patient’s life. It was anything but chance.

“Troy is a true professional, and his consistent actions and behavior not only make him a front-line hero, but a shining example of our Credo behaviors.”
By Leigh MacMillan
December 3, 2021

Annette Goad follows the ‘golden rule’ of patient care – care for patients the way she would want to be cared for.

“I have to set that bar high because that’s the way I want other providers to treat my family, friends and co-workers who I love dearly. It’s just the right thing to do.”
By Emily Stembridge
November 30, 2021

Lisa Bond, master surgery scheduler, helps thousands of people achieve better hearing each year

Surgery scheduling is not as simple as looking at one calendar and picking a day. But Bond makes it her mission to ensure everyone is happy.
By Nancy Humphrey
November 4, 2021

Leadership Assembly takeaways: Speaking up makes a difference

The importance of supporting Vanderbilt University Medical Center's workforce is highlighted in this quarter’s Leadership Assembly theme, “Speaking Up, Lifting Up,” which is focused on strategies to amplify well-being.
By Holly Fletcher
October 7, 2021

No detail is too small and no task too big for research administrative officer Mustafa Nateqi

Nateqi's can-do attitude and dedication earn him a Credo Award.
By Christina Echegaray
September 30, 2021

The COVID Mass Vaccination Site Team faced a daunting task – put 200,000 shots in arms in six months. The team never wavered.

The accomplishment earned the group the Elevate Team Award.
By Matt Batcheldor
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