VUMC People Archive — Page 4 of 80

August 4, 2026

Carmen Solórzano and David Penson to serve in top surgical posts

Solórzano has been chosen to serve as Interim Chair of the Section of Surgical Sciences, while Penson has been chosen to serve as Interim System Surgeon-in-Chief for Vanderbilt Health.

(photo by Erin O. Smith)
August 3, 2026

Vanderbilt pediatricians Meg Rush and Cristin Fritz recognized with top awards

The Tennessee Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics honors Rush and Fritz for their advocacy and commitment to improving child health.

Rick Wright, MD, MMHC
July 30, 2026

Rick Wright named President of American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine

He will help advance the society’s mission to be the global leader in sports medicine by fostering education, research, advocacy and collaboration that improve the care of athletes and active people of all ages.

Joe Northup, MD
July 28, 2026

Joe Northup elected President of American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery

An ASMBS member since 2005, Northup has served the society as vice president, board member and chair of a committee that aimed to expand insurance coverage for metabolic and bariatric surgery.

Yasar Caliskan, MD
July 28, 2026

Yasar Caliskan appointed Kidney Living Donor Program Medical Director

He is nationally recognized for his expertise and research interest in genetic factors that may influence donor outcomes and long-term kidney health.

July 24, 2026

The challenge of change

Cynthia Facemire finds opportunity in tight spaces.