VUMC People Archive

Great Saves event reunites former patients with those who provided lifesaving care

They and their families shared their journeys back to health, from initial illness followed by weeks to months in the SICU, to their ongoing rehabilitation and recovery.

By Jill Clendening

National ophthalmology association honors Sean Donahue’s leadership, service

The Marshal M. Parks Bronze Medal is awarded to past presidents of AAPOS and other individuals who have made noteworthy contributions to children’s eye care.

By Jessica Pasley

Julia Bohannon elected president-elect of Shock Society

Badly burned as a child, Bohannon is committed to developing better therapies for burn patients.

Vanderbilt Health lung transplant patients, doctors climb highest peak in the Americas

Most of the 27 participants were able to reach altitudes of more than 18,000 feet — exclusively personal bests. All participants were under close medical supervision.

By Matt Batcheldor

Emergency Medicine’s Nate Miller named to NBJ 40 Under 40

Nate Miller serves as associate chief of staff at Vanderbilt University Hospital and executive director of Regional Emergency Medicine.

By Holly Fletcher

Barron Frazier changes systems to improve pediatric emergency care

A recent Vanderbilt Health Credo Award winner, he “is unwavering in his commitment to quality care for all populations.”

March 26, 2026

Six Vanderbilt faculty named honorary fellows of prestigious scientific society

The 2025 fellows have been invited to the annual AAAS Fellows Forum May 29 in Washington, D.C.

By Bill Snyder

March 25, 2026

DAISY Award spotlight: ‘She made me feel like I wasn’t alone in this difficult journey’

Jenny Walker, RN, BSN, works in the Vanderbilt Breast Center at Vanderbilt Health One Hundred Oaks. She is one of the latest Vanderbilt Health DAISY Award winners.

By Kylie Avery

March 25, 2026

DAISY Award spotlight: ‘Grace Britton stood out as a true beacon of kindness and positivity’

Grace Britton, RN, works in the Cardiac & Vascular Stepdown unit at Vanderbilt University Hospital. She is one of the latest Vanderbilt Health DAISY Award winners.

By Kylie Avery

March 25, 2026

Brock Innovator of the Year lecture: Daniel Fabbri wants to speed research and patient care

The Brock Family Center for Applied Innovation sponsors campus lectures to celebrate award winners.

March 25, 2026

DAISY Award spotlight: ‘Kristin was 100% present with me and took my symptoms seriously’

Kristin Knight, NP, works at the Vanderbilt Health and Williamson Medical Center Walk-In Clinic Nolensville. She is one of the latest Vanderbilt Health DAISY Award winners.

By Kylie Avery

March 24, 2026

Ashley Vosilla chosen as a Magnet appraiser candidate by the American Nurses Credentialing Center

Appraisers lead an extensive review process for Magnet designation, the highest honor a hospital can achieve for excellence in nursing care.

By Kylie Avery

March 20, 2026

Melanie Byers works behind the scenes to keep patients and staff safe

The principal learning and development specialist turns critical safety training into engaging lessons that protect us all.

By Danny Bonvissuto