VUMC People

Waddell Walker Hancock Cancer Discovery Fund names two more scholars 

The funds will support Justin Balko’s research on breast cancer and Kathleen DelGiorno’s research on pancreatic cancer.

Janet Cross, MEd, CCLS, CPXP, right, with Med Rush, MD, at a recent event celebrating Cross’ career. (photo by Susan Urmy)

Janet Cross retiring from Vanderbilt after four decades of attending to children’s psychological, emotional and developmental needs

Cross spent her entire career dedicated to helping lay the foundation locally and nationally to solidify child life specialists as part of the health care team.

Jennifer Pietenpol, PhD, speaks during the event celebrating the unveiling of her portrait. (photo by Donn Jones)

Portrait unveiling honors Jennifer Pietenpol  

During her tenure, Vanderbilt-Ingram experienced remarkable growth, including a 100% increase in research funding and a 160% expansion in inpatient visits.

Terrell Smith, MSN, RN, right, with Karen Keady, PhD, RN, at a reception celebrating Smith’s career at Vanderbilt.

Terrell Smith retiring after distinguished career at Vanderbilt

Smith was at the forefront of creating patient and family councils that advise individual Vanderbilt hospital entities from the patient/family perspective.

Eric Skaar wins National Academy of Sciences award

Skaar, who directs the Vanderbilt Institute for Infection, Immunology and Inflammation, is being recognized for “pioneering work at the intersection of nutrition and infectious diseases.”

Elite society honors two VUMC physician-scientists

The Young Physician-Scientist Award recognizes “notable achievements” by researchers who are within five years of their first faculty appointment.

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