VUMC People

Ryan Nix, PharmD, MMHC
July 21, 2025

Ryan Nix named new Vanderbilt Specialty Pharmacy executive director 

In his new role, Nix leads a team supporting more than 130,000 prescriptions annually for patients receiving complex specialty therapies.

By VUMC News and Communications
Jessica Van Meter, DNP, APN-BC, CCRN
July 16, 2025

Jessica Van Meter selected as American Academy of Nursing fellow

By Kylie Avery
July 15, 2025

DAISY Award spotlight: ‘Ainsley’s quick thinking and dedication made a profound difference in our son’s care and recovery.’

Ainsley Micus, BSN, RN, works in the Pediatric Medicine and Acute Care unit at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital. She is one of the latest Vanderbilt Health DAISY Award winners.

By Kylie Avery
July 15, 2025

Love for storytelling and science led Paul Parisot to become a hospitalist

“He deserves the highest recognition for his endless effort, dedication and thoughtful approach to the care of his patients.”

By Jill Clendening
July 10, 2025

Kyla Terhune named to education leadership role with American College of Surgeons

Terhune, who also serves as the ACGME/National Resident Matching Program Designated Institutional Official, begins her ACS leadership role on Nov. 1.

By Jill Clendening
July 10, 2025

A snack almost turns deadly; VUMC nurse saves choking co-worker with Heimlich maneuver

“I said ‘Thank you for saving my life,’” she said. “I have awesome co-workers.”

By Wayne Wood
July 8, 2025

Shametric ‘Mechee’ Nixon is the face, heart and soul of the patient experience at all 10 neurology clinics

“No matter how many inquiries, she never wavers in her professionalism and kindness, treating each patient with the care and attention they deserve.”
By Danny Bonvissuto
June 30, 2025

Coronavirus pioneer Mark Denison bids farewell to VUMC colleagues after remarkable career

The discoveries about coronavirus biology that Denison and his colleagues made were foundational for the rapid validation of antiviral drugs and development of new vaccines that helped bring the COVID-19 pandemic under control.
By Bill Snyder
June 30, 2025

Tennova Healthcare-Clarksville announces new NICU medical director

Diane Attardi, MD, has a long history of caring for NICU babies as a neonatologist and NICU medical director throughout the Northeast.
June 26, 2025

Three VUMC researchers receive Komen leadership grants

The grants support 25 cutting-edge projects at 17 institutions — marking a powerful commitment to improving outcomes for people living with breast cancer today and in the future.
By Tom Wilemon
June 26, 2025

VUMC postdoc wins Jane Coffin Childs Fellowship

Each year the JCC Fund awards three years of salary support to 25-30 of the “best and brightest” postdoctoral fellows.
By Bill Snyder
June 25, 2025

Adult Ambulatory Mock Code Team is honored for meeting acute care needs

The team has developed an innovative mock code training program to ensure that members of clinic nursing staff are well prepared for every emergency that may come their way.
By Bill Snyder
June 23, 2025

C. Wright Pinson honored at open house celebration 

As Vanderbilt Health System leader, Pinson has championed a culture of service and has overseen a period of explosive clinical growth.
By Matt Batcheldor