neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) Archive — Page 1 of 5
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October 7, 2025
Human milk pasteurization method impacts preterm infant microbiome
Researchers used whole-metagenome sequencing to assess the composition, diversity and functional enrichment of the preterm infant gut microbiome — the microorganisms that aid digestion, immune function and metabolism. -
August 15, 2025
NICU babies are going home weeks earlier thanks to an iPad
The NICU Bridge to Home program is a remote monitoring initiative designed to support families during their transition from the hospital to home. -
July 31, 2025
Turn left for the plan, turn right for the miracle: When triplets couldn’t wait for Nashville
Triplets decided to enter the world at 26 weeks. The plan was Nashville, but it was a left turn and an hour away. Would choosing the local hospital be right? -
June 30, 2025
Tennova Healthcare-Clarksville announces new NICU medical director
Diane Attardi, MD, has a long history of caring for NICU babies as a neonatologist and NICU medical director throughout the Northeast. -
May 21, 2025
Picture Perfect Pair: Kangaroo-A-Thon 2025 (slideshow)
"Kangaroo Care" is more than just a practice — it's a powerful connection between parent and child that creates lasting benefits for both. -
May 20, 2025
$5 million gift from Scott and Sandi Borchetta to support NICU program
Longtime friends of Monroe Carell, the Borchettas’ latest gift builds on their ongoing support of the hospital’s NICU services. -
December 18, 2024
The man who gave Angel 1 its wings
“How much closer to an angel can you get than a little bitty baby struggling for life?” said Dean Driver, 91, who converted a panel truck into VUMC’s first neonatal transport in his driveway.