VUMC People Archive — Page 15 of 78

October 16, 2025

DAISY Award spotlight: ‘Nurses aren’t just there to physically care for their patients, but to care for their spirit and emotions as well.’

Michael Ramirez, BSN, RN, works in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit at Vanderbilt University Hospital. He is one of the latest Vanderbilt Health DAISY Award winners.

By Kylie Avery

October 15, 2025

VIGH’s Douglas Heimburger retires

He helped create research training opportunities for doctoral and postdoctoral trainees at Vanderbilt as well as those from low- and middle-income countries.

By Kristin Centers

October 13, 2025

Mark Kelley retires, having ‘profoundly shaped surgical oncology’ at VUMC

Kelley is lauded by his colleagues and surgical leaders for his contributions both at VUMC and nationally.

By Jill Clendening

October 9, 2025

Mariana Byndloss honored by microbiology society

Byndloss, who joined the Vanderbilt faculty in 2018, studies the links between the gut microbiota (the microorganisms that reside in the intestines), host metabolism and disease.

By Leigh MacMillan

Dan Roden, MD, chats with colleagues during a break in the symposium. (photo by Erin O. Smith)

October 1, 2025

Symposium honors personalized medicine leader Dan Roden

Roden is internationally known for his contributions to understanding arrhythmias and to the field of pharmacogenomics.

By Bill Snyder

September 30, 2025

Alvin Powers honored by Endocrine Society for his research in islet biology and diabetes

This award, which recognizes meritorious contributions to endocrinology research, is one of the Endocrine Society’s prestigious 2026 Laureate Awards.

By Jill Clendening

September 30, 2025
William Schaffner receives national honor for his vaccination, public health advocacy

The award honors medical school faculty members who have made major contributions to improving public health and health care.
By Bill Snyder
September 30, 2025
DAISY Award spotlight: ‘Our daughter was afraid, weak, and in pain, and Katie not only delivered the care she needed but also eased her through her excellent communication skills.’

Katie Jordan, BSN, RN, works in the Pediatric Emergency Department at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. She is one of the latest Vanderbilt Health DAISY Award winners.
By Kylie Avery
September 30, 2025
DAISY Award spotlight: ‘I can say that Gabe is the most caring and skilled nurse I have ever had.’

Gabe Tiamson, BSN, RN works in the Adult 4 unit at Vanderbilt Psychiatric Hospital. He is one of the latest Vanderbilt Health DAISY Award winners.
By Kylie Avery
September 30, 2025
DAISY Award spotlight: ‘Beth’s quick decisions and escalation of care likely saved this situation from resulting in a devastating outcome for the mother.’

Beth Cochran, BSN, RN works in the Pediatric Medicine and 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
September 25, 2025
Clinical immunology Center of Excellence leaders named

The Federation’s Centers of Excellence are a global network of academic researchers that facilitates human immunology research collaboration and training opportunities.
By Bill Snyder
September 19, 2025
Kristin Archer, Rogelio Coronado honored by the American Physical Therapy Association

These are part of the APTA’s annual Honors & Awards Program, which celebrates people who have made extraordinary contributions to the profession through research, education, service and clinical practice.
By Danny Bonvissuto
September 18, 2025
Elevator encounter highlights case manager Sharon Johnston’s compassion and problem-solving skills

“Somebody had a problem, and I knew I could fix it,” said Johnston, who received a 2025 Patient and Family Choice Award.
By Leigh MacMillan

VUMC People Archive — Page 15 of 78

DAISY Award spotlight: ‘Nurses aren’t just there to physically care for their patients, but to care for their spirit and emotions as well.’

VIGH’s Douglas Heimburger retires

Mark Kelley retires, having ‘profoundly shaped surgical oncology’ at VUMC

Mariana Byndloss honored by microbiology society

Symposium honors personalized medicine leader Dan Roden

Alvin Powers honored by Endocrine Society for his research in islet biology and diabetes

William Schaffner receives national honor for his vaccination, public health advocacy

DAISY Award spotlight: ‘Our daughter was afraid, weak, and in pain, and Katie not only delivered the care she needed but also eased her through her excellent communication skills.’

DAISY Award spotlight: ‘I can say that Gabe is the most caring and skilled nurse I have ever had.’

DAISY Award spotlight: ‘Beth’s quick decisions and escalation of care likely saved this situation from resulting in a devastating outcome for the mother.’

Clinical immunology Center of Excellence leaders named

Kristin Archer, Rogelio Coronado honored by the American Physical Therapy Association

Elevator encounter highlights case manager Sharon Johnston’s compassion and problem-solving skills