School of Medicine

August 7, 2014

Medical Scholars Program sees success

Applicants to the Vanderbilt Medical Scholars Program, a yearlong, in-depth research experience, have been successful in obtaining both internal and external research funding this year.

By Jessica Pasley
July 30, 2014

White coats a fine fit for incoming medical students

The White Coat Ceremony held at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine that recognizes first-year medical students’ transition from college to professional school serves as a rite of passage and carries a powerful symbolism.

By Jessica Pasley
July 10, 2014

Meranze, Penn named to new Faculty Affairs roles

Two veteran faculty members are assuming new roles as associate deans within Vanderbilt University School of Medicine’s Office of Faculty Affairs.

By Nancy Humphrey
June 26, 2014

VUSM team seeks to hone in on health care ‘hot spots’

Vanderbilt University School of Medicine is fielding one of 10 teams of students selected to participate in a project aimed at identifying the most frequent users of health care.

By Jessica Pasley
May 29, 2014

Faculty meeting highlights VUSM achievements

Despite a challenging health care landscape, Vanderbilt University Medical Center continues to advance the highest-quality patient care, train the next generation of physician leaders and push forward the frontiers of biomedical science.

By Bill Snyder
May 22, 2014

Zic to pass baton on leadership of VUSM Admissions

Over the past eight years as Vanderbilt University School of Medicine’s associate dean for Admissions, John Zic, M.D., estimates he’s made about 2,000 phone calls to let prospective medical students know they’ve been admitted. Personally delivering the good news has been one of his favorite aspects of the time-consuming job.

By Nancy Humphrey
May 22, 2014

VUSM teaching award renamed to honor Billings

Since 2003, the CANDLE Award has been presented to clinicians who make a significant impact on the education of students at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine.
By Jessica Pasley
May 22, 2014

Classmates unite to create medical scholarships

Whether it’s former classmates or perfect strangers coming together to support a great cause, there is no denying that there is strength in numbers.
By Kathy Whitney
May 15, 2014

VUSM clinical care course lands award

The Continuity Clinical Experience (CCX), an initiative of Vanderbilt University School of Medicine’s Curriculum 2.0, was recently selected as the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) Clinical Care Challenge winner.
By Jessica Pasley
May 15, 2014

School of Medicine graduates ready to make positive impact

At last week’s Commencement, the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine Class of 2014 was charged with focusing on developing relationships with their patients and stepping up as leaders in their profession while making a positive impact in health care.
By Jessica Pasley
May 9, 2014

Vanderbilt University honors 20 as emeriti faculty

Twenty retiring faculty members were recognized during Vanderbilt’s Commencement ceremony May 9, when the university honored their years of service and bestowed on them the title of emeritus or emerita faculty.
By VUMC News and Communications
May 8, 2014

Gift creates one home for Medical School class photos

For decades, the composite photos of Vanderbilt UniversitySchool of Medicine graduating classes could be found spread all around the Medical Center. Some were framed and hung, while others were stowed in desk drawers or archived in various locations.
By Jessica Pasley
April 28, 2014

Prominent scientist, respected administrator Susan Wente named Vanderbilt provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs

After an extensive national search, Susan R. Wente has been named provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs, Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos announced today.
By VUMC News and Communications
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