VUMC People

Jonathan Kropski, MD
March 13, 2026

Jonathan Kropski appointed director of Allergy, Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine

Kropski is a physician-scientist whose research has helped advance the understanding and potential treatment of interstitial lung disease.

By Bill Snyder
Mariana Byndloss, DVM, PhD
March 10, 2026

Mariana Byndloss named NAS Frontiers of Science Fellow

The National Academy of Sciences’ program identifies future leaders of science and brings them together to develop their leadership potential.

By Leigh MacMillan
March 6, 2026

Matt Pack leads efforts to expand opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities

Through his work with Project SEARCH, Pack is helping expand career pathways and build a culture of belonging across Vanderbilt Health.

By Tom Wilemon
March 6, 2026

A Clarksville nurse’s delivery became a race against time, and two lives were saved

Ariel Chavis felt everything going wrong as she delivered her daughter. But attentive nurses and surgeons ensured she and her baby made it through. 

By Evan Dorian
March 2, 2026

Strive is back! Teen volunteers return to Monroe Carell this summer. Applications due March 6

See where former Strive volunteers are today. Deadline to apply for Summer 2026 is March 6.

By Jessica Pasley
February 25, 2026

Billy Hudson named 2026 Ellis Island Medal of Honor recipient

Leaders in government, business, military, media and technology will be honored with the prestigious Ellis Island Medals of Honor on May 16 during gala on Ellis Island.

By Craig Boerner and Bill Snyder
February 24, 2026

Jennifer Gaddy elected to American Academy of Microbiology 

Gaddy is a leading researcher in bacterial pathogenesis, innate immunity and reproductive immunology.
By Paul Govern
February 24, 2026

Celebrating excellence: Make a point to thank Vanderbilt Health residents and fellows this week 

At Vanderbilt Health, there are currently more than 1,200 residents and fellows in more than 180 programs, all of whom contribute significantly to patient care and research, and serve a crucial role in the training of medical students.
By Jill Clendening
February 23, 2026

DAISY Award spotlight: ‘She turned one of the worst days of my life into a memory where I also felt deeply cared for.’

Stephanie Boyd, BSN, RN, works in the emergency department at Vanderbilt Tullahoma-Harton Hospital. She is one of the latest Vanderbilt Health DAISY Award winners.
By Kylie Avery
February 23, 2026

DAISY Award spotlight: ‘Hospital stays can be frightening for little ones, but my daughter was never scared with Patdy by her side.’

Patdy Leong, BSN, RN, works in the Pediatric Hematology and Oncology unit at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. She is one of the latest Vanderbilt Health DAISY Award winners.
By Kylie Avery
February 23, 2026

DAISY Award spotlight: ‘I was scared, confused, and in a very lonely headspace. Emily was beyond kind, caring, and compassionate.’

Emily Dunn, BSN, RN, works in the Pediatric Medicine Acute Care unit at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. She is one of the latest Vanderbilt Health DAISY Award winners.
By Kylie Avery
February 20, 2026

Adam Wright invited to National Academy of Medicine Emerging Leaders Forum 

Attendees will explore some of the most pressing challenges in health and medicine, with the aim of considering and stimulating collaborative interdisciplinary solutions.
By Paul Govern
February 20, 2026

Robin Steaban celebrated for lifetime DAISY recognition

Under Robin Steaban's leadership, Vanderbilt University Hospital achieved four Magnet designations.
By Kylie Avery