Tom Talbot Archive — Page 1 of 2
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August 24, 2020
New MCE Lounge offers additional space for relaxation during work breaks
To offer employees more room to spread out and relax during their work breaks, Vanderbilt University Medical Center has built a new space for employees to eat and rejuvenate in a safe, socially distanced environment. -
June 26, 2020
American Airlines boosts travelers’ peace of mind with VUMC expertise
American Airlines has created a new Travel Health Advisory Panel that includes Vanderbilt University Medical Center infectious disease experts to advise on health and cleaning matters as travelers return over the summer. -
February 5, 2020
Five things to know about China’s coronavirus outbreak
Vanderbilt infectious diseases specialist Thomas Talbot, MD, MPH, answers questions about the current novel coronavirus outbreak in China. -
December 5, 2017
Vanderbilt receives national designation for excellence in infection prevention
Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is the first health system in the nation to receive the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) Program of Distinction designation, an acknowledgement of excellence for infection prevention and control programs that meet stringent standards established by the association. -
October 19, 2017
Room-cleaning robots use UV radiation to zap microorganisms
Germ-killing robots are being enlisted to further safeguard Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) patients from health care-associated infections. -
October 20, 2015
A bundle, a dashboard and lasting pneumonia reduction
A “bundle” of electronically implemented care guidelines reduced intensive care unit patient complications related to mechanical ventilation. -
October 7, 2014
Ebola not likely, but VUMC is prepared
Armed with a validated and orchestrated plan, Vanderbilt University Medical Center is prepared to safely and effectively treat patients with the bloodborne disease Ebola, should the need arise.