Inspiring the Future Archive — Page 1 of 2

May 22, 2026

Billy Hudson receives 2026 Ellis Island Medal of Honor  

The Ellis Island Medals of Honor rank among the nation’s most renowned awards, officially recognized by the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives, with each year’s recipients listed in the Congressional Record.  

May 19, 2026

Service and Scholarships: Clarksville Volunteer Auxiliary recognizes VolunTeen graduates

The Grace P. Ford Scholarship, established in 2005 by the Clarksville Volunteer Auxiliary, has awarded more than $337,000 in scholarships to students who have volunteered at the hospital.

April 29, 2026

Physician, author Ezekiel Emanuel shares six rules for a long, healthy life

Ezekiel Emanuel, MD, is widely known for his work at the intersection of medicine, ethics and public policy.

April 21, 2026

Leading with heart: Juan Salazar’s mission to advance pediatric health care for all children

In a recent Q&A interview, Salazar discussed growing up in Colombia and in Washington, D.C.; why he chose to specialize in pediatric infectious diseases — focusing on HIV, Lyme disease, and later syphilis; his early vision for the Department of Pediatrics; and his deep commitment to family.

April 2, 2026

Vanderbilt Health lung transplant patients, doctors climb highest peak in the Americas

Most of the 27 participants were able to reach altitudes of more than 18,000 feet — exclusively personal bests. All participants were under close medical supervision.

March 20, 2026

Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital seeks ‘VolunTeens’ for summer 2026 high school volunteer program

Three sessions will be offered this summer. The online application packet must be submitted by Friday, April 10.