Voice

August 28, 2019

Del Ray Zimmerman recognized as top leader for his commitment to LGBTQ community

“His selfless service to the community knows no bounds, and his ability to make projects come to fruition is unmatched.”

By Kelsey Herbers
August 21, 2019

Stephanie Hays’ own body destroyed her kidneys. Luckily, her daughter had a spare.

The operation was a success; Roni’s kidney began functioning in her mom right away. “Now she’s stuck with me forever,” Roni joked.

By Matt Batcheldor
August 19, 2019

The Fixer: Dalton Hogue’s behind-the-scenes work keeps VUMC running smoothly

“I didn’t think many people noticed what we do, so it was nice to know someone noticed.”

By Leigh MacMillan
August 13, 2019

Tricia Burgess thought she had seasonal allergies. She actually needed a heart transplant.

“I didn’t even know I was sick. I’m thankful that Vanderbilt saved my life.”

By Matt Batcheldor
August 8, 2019

Pets of VUMC 2019 — collection #3: Duos and groups

Companion animals with animal companions
August 6, 2019

Lana Howard knocks down barriers to research at Clinical Research Center

“To actually see patients where the research changes the quality of their lives, that’s a huge success.”

By Jill Clendening
July 25, 2019

Couple’s transplant journey continues by helping others

Elizabeth “Betsy” Barbour and her late husband, Richard, created a fund to help support Vanderbilt’s lung transplant patient assistance fund.
By Nancy Humphrey
July 24, 2019

VUMC’s 90 valet attendants park a half million cars annually — all with a smile

"They know the job is more than parking cars."
By Christina Echegaray
July 24, 2019

VUMC employees share memories with “99 Words of Summer”

In memories that range from rural Georgia to New England to Alaska and beyond, Medical Center employees recall summer days and summer nights.
By Wayne Wood
July 24, 2019

Patient who was too sick to attend daughter’s graduation recovering after double lung transplant

Bridget Perez could barely walk a few steps. Now she's walking laps at the Dayani Center track and marveling at how it feels to breathe again.
By Tavia Smith
July 24, 2019

Volunteer gardeners bring creativity, imagination and fine motor skills to rehabilitation patients

The team helped liven up Stallworth’s courtyard by planting sweet potato vines, basil, daisies, roses, mint, rosemary and oregano.
By Kelsey Herbers
July 22, 2019

Children’s Hospital is like a second home to Harper. On her first birthday, it was also the home of her baptism.

The Rev. Amanda Borchik and the Children's Hospital chapel have provided spiritual comfort through Harper's illness.
By Christina Echegaray
July 17, 2019

Gail Cherry remembers what it’s like being a patient and brings that sensitivity to others

“She has a passion for nursing, for the patient and for anybody else in the room with the patient. She’s a beautiful person inside and out.” 
By Nancy Humphrey
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