Imaging

February 20, 2026

Ancient teeth, enduring patterns: Mummy study supports oral-cardiovascular disease link

CT scans of 37 Egyptian mummies and found strong correlations between oral disease and calcified blood vessels, offering new evidence that the link between dental and cardiovascular health spans 4,000 years of human history.

By Bill Snyder
Catherine Phillips, MD
December 31, 2025

Vanderbilt’s Catherine Phillips is among ‘Forty Under 40’ radiologists for 2025

The online magazine called Philips “a visionary leader in academic radiology whose impact spans clinical excellence, operational innovation and educational advancement.”

By Bill Snyder and Derek Scancarelli
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December 10, 2025

Study finds that meditation may help stimulate the brain’s waste removal system, providing restorative benefits like sleep

New research is informing how mindfulness meditation contributes to improvements in cognitive health and may have relevance to treating a range of degenerative brain conditions.

By Evan Dorian
November 18, 2025

Quantum computing team including Sunho Park wins competitive award

Their work focused on determining tissue and electrophysiological properties of the heart based on existing imaging approaches using quantum computing.

By Tom Wilemon
The surgical team included, from left, Michael Topf, MD, Kyrionna Golliday, Carleigh Burns, Marcus Balanky, Jo Chung, and Eben Rosenthal, MD.
October 10, 2025

VUMC performs nation’s first surgery using latest generation of intraoperative PET-CT scan technology 

PET-CT combines the functional information gained through PET with the structural details gained by a CT scan, aiding in early detection of recurrent disease.

By Evan Dorian
Katherine Van Schaik, MD, PhD, MA, positions skeletal remains in a CT scanner.
October 6, 2025

Study of old bones could lead to blood test for osteoporosis

Vanderbilt researchers are developing artificial intelligence they hope will speed the diagnosis and improve the treatment of osteoporosis.

By Bill Snyder
August 28, 2025

Vanderbilt imaging scientist awarded $3.5 million in federal research grants

Zhongliang Zu has advanced the application of molecular and functional magnetic resonance imaging to improve diagnosis of tumors, ischemic stroke, and neurological and muscular disorders.
By Bill Snyder
July 16, 2025

Vanderbilt Imaging Services Q&A: expanding community access and supporting system growth 

A Q&A with Vanderbilt Imaging Services’ EB Jackson, MBA, President, and Morgan Anderson, MD, Medical Director.
By Holly Fletcher
July 7, 2025

Vanderbilt Health at forefront of improving head and neck surgery with fluorescence imaging to ‘light up’ nerves 

A new study identified a safe and effective fluorescent imaging agent that can assist surgeons in visualizing — and therefore protecting — nerves during surgery.
By Evan Dorian
June 23, 2025

Data from fluorescence imaging can improve outcomes in head and neck cancer surgery: study 

Research found that using data collected both during surgery and after a tumor’s removal can help guide surgeons in achieving a negative margin in cancer resection.
By Evan Dorian
June 17, 2025

Brain white matter abnormalities affect cognition and impact Alzheimer’s disease development: study 

Data from more than 4,000 participants reveals link between brain structure and cognitive decline.  
By Stephanie Bryan 
May 15, 2025

Vanderbilt Imaging Services Bellevue opens, expands capabilities in West Nashville

The newly built facility, located at 8124 Sawyer Brown Road, provides a comprehensive suite of diagnostic imaging options.
By Holly Fletcher
April 15, 2025

Radiology, CPiAH launch virtual CT technologist training program

The program addresses the enterprise’s growing need for specialized imaging professionals and underscores VUMC's commitment to high-quality health care education.
By Holly Fletcher