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August 23, 2024
Children with developmental disabilities less likely to receive gold-standard hearing assessment
More than 30% of children with permanent hearing loss have additional disabilities. A timely diagnosis of reduced hearing and access to appropriate interventions can maximize developmental outcomes. -
August 22, 2024
Vanderbilt Bedford Hospital earns fourth consecutive “A” safety rating from The Leapfrog Group
The national distinction recognizes VBH’s work to safeguard patients from preventable harm and errors. -
August 22, 2024
Higher thiazide doses shown to reduce kidney stone events
Thiazide diuretics are commonly prescribed to prevent kidney stone recurrence, treat high blood pressure, and clear fluid from the body in conditions such as heart failure. -
August 22, 2024
Sandra Gonzalez named to risk management leadership role
As Vice President of Risk and Insurance Management for VUMC, Gonzalez will be responsible for continuously evaluating and improving the Medical Center’s performance. -
August 22, 2024
Yelena Bodien joins VUMC to advance efforts in research, treatment of brain disorders
Bodien, who will co-direct the Neuroimaging Core of the Critical Illness, Brain Dysfunction and Survivorship Center, has applied behavioral measures and advanced neuroimaging to improve the diagnosis and prognosis of severe brain injury. -
August 21, 2024
Mary Romano named president of North American Society of Pediatric & Adolescent Gynecology
NASPAG provides multidisciplinary leadership in education, research, advocacy and clinical care to improve the reproductive health of youth. -
August 21, 2024
Study tests wearable technology to detect problem behavior before it happens
The goal of the wearable technology is to improve behavioral assessment of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities by predicting the precursors of problem behaviors and using that information to adjust therapeutic approaches.