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September 18, 2025

Elevator encounter highlights case manager Sharon Johnston’s compassion and problem-solving skills

“Somebody had a problem, and I knew I could fix it,” said Johnston, who received a 2025 Patient and Family Choice Award.

By Leigh MacMillan
September 18, 2025

Vanderbilt-developed AI platform validated for molecular mapping of tissues

The advancement transforms how scientists and clinicians can visualize and analyze complex tissues on a high-resolution map of cellular landscapes across entire tissue sections.

By Tom Wilemon
September 17, 2025

Vanderbilt team launches AI-powered project to improve obesity care

The study will analyze electronic health records, survey patients and clinicians, and use artificial intelligence to identify why many patients discontinue obesity treatment.

By Paul Govern
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September 17, 2025

Study reveals efficacy of nicotinamide for skin cancer prevention 

Overall, there was a 14% reduction in skin cancer risk. When nicotinamide was taken after a first skin cancer, the risk reduction rose to 54%.

By Tom Wilemon
September 16, 2025

Film, sports, surgery, science, art and life. For Jeffrey Upperman, it’s all connected.

Monroe Carell Surgeon-in-Chief Jeffrey Upperman judges films for the Nashville Film Festival, is on the Belcourt Theatre board, and says surgery and moviemaking are similar in many ways.

By Evan Dorian
Juan C. Salazar, MD, MPH, delivers his inaugural State of the Department of Pediatrics address. (photo by Susan Urmy)
September 16, 2025

Juan Salazar delivers first State of the Department of Pediatrics address

The new chair celebrated the department’s achievements and growth for the past year and set a vision for the future.

By Christina Echegaray
September 15, 2025

Keith Cole receives grant to conduct integrated research on mobility, cognition and aging

Older adults experiencing dual decline are at greater risk of developing dementia than those with changes in only one area. 
By Evan Dorian
September 12, 2025

Study shows magnesium inhibits colorectal cancer carcinogenesis by increasing vitamin D-synthesizing bacteria  

The findings from the current study suggest that magnesium also increases the gut synthesis of vitamin D, which does not go to the blood and takes effect locally.
By Tom Wilemon
September 12, 2025

VUMC, TSU to expand hands-on athletic training experience at Division I level for undergrads

The internship program stands out among VUMC’s similar arrangements with other schools because it specifically offers undergraduate students semester-long clinical internships alongside Division I athletes.
By Holly Fletcher
September 12, 2025

Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt recognized for excellence in treating pediatric cardiomyopathy

The Pediatric Cardiomyopathy Program is one of the largest in the country treating patients with heart problems from before birth through adulthood.
By Christina Echegaray
September 12, 2025

From interns to experts: A remarkable century of residencies at Vanderbilt

Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s graduate medical education program has grown from an inaugural dozen to include more than 1,200 individuals, with more than 170 highly competitive residency and fellowship programs.
By Jill Clendening
September 12, 2025

Medical Center North at 100: Celebrating a century of progress, innovation and change

As Medical Center North marks its 100th anniversary, we reflect on its enduring legacy at VUMC.
By Wayne Wood, Jill Clendening and Evan Dorian
September 11, 2025

Stokes Peebles steps down as section chief of Allergy after 15 Years of leadership

During his tenure, he grew the section into a nationally recognized center for excellence in clinical care, research and education.
By Kylie Avery
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