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June 5, 2026

New research: Heart drug may also limit the spread of cancer

For the past 20 years, Vanderbilt Health researchers have been studying ifetroban for its potential to treat conditions ranging from fibrotic lung disease to heart failure in patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

June 3, 2026

Study finds link between neighborhood opportunity and mental health-related hospitalizations in youths

Opportunity is measured by the Child Opportunity Index 3.0, a publicly available, multidimensional metric that captures neighborhood conditions that influence children’s health, like education, housing, access to healthy food, environment and societal factors.

June 3, 2026

Study questions standard screening test for amputation risk in veterans

In a review of the electronic health records of more than 223,000 veterans treated at Veterans Health Administration facilities, the researchers found that even modest decreases in the normal ABI correlated with a higher risk of major adverse limb events (MALE) requiring intervention, including amputation and revascularization (treatment to restore blood flow).

Photo of the exterior of Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt shows the four new floors added atop the pediatric facility. (photo by Anne Rayner)
June 3, 2026

Study challenges long-held practice of imaging for foreign body aspirations

As aspiration cases at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt grew, a team of physicians sought to ensure that the most appropriate imaging tools were being used in the evaluation and diagnostic process for suspected aspirations.

June 3, 2026

Lori Deitte receives national education award from American College of Radiology

This award recognizes individuals who exemplify a passion for teaching, genuine dedication to education, and commitment to fostering the understanding of radiological studies and continuous professional improvement of practice.

June 3, 2026

K. Charles Fletcher named to Leadership Music Class of 2027

Fletcher, the Fellowship Co-Director of Laryngology and Care of the Professional Voice, was the sole medical provider to be named to the class.