Department of Medicine Archive — Page 81 of 122

August 15, 2019

Gannon named to new faculty development role

Maureen Gannon, PhD, has been named to the newly created role of Associate Dean for Faculty Development for Vanderbilt University School of Medicine.

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.”

August 8, 2019

New window on fibrosis

A previously unrecognized role for a cell surface receptor may open new therapeutic options for the treatment of fibrotic diseases.

Steve Riven, left, and his wife, Jan, here with Thomas Wang, MD, have established a directorship in cardiology in memory of Riven’s father, Samuel Riven, MD, who served on the Vanderbilt faculty for more than 50 years.
August 8, 2019

Family’s long history with VUMC leads to cardiology directorship

Steve Riven is making a gift in memory of his father to create the Samuel S. Riven, MD, Directorship in Cardiology at VUMC.

August 7, 2019

Colorectal cancer patients warn against dismissing early symptoms

Younger patients say colorectal cancer is a disease that doesn’t follow age guidelines, so pay attention to early symptoms.

August 1, 2019

Shu, Zheng receive Vietnam’s top honor for foreign scientists

The Vietnamese Ministry of Health has awarded two Vanderbilt epidemiologists the Memorabilia Medal “For the People’s Health” in appreciation for their contributions in helping the nation establish a population-based research program for cancer, diabetes and other non-communicable diseases.