VUMC People Archive — Page 9 of 81

Bryan Harris, MD, MPH, MMHC. (photo by Susan Urmy)
May 13, 2026

Bryan Harris named Executive Vice President for Shared Clinical Services Division

The Division supports Vanderbilt Health’s various entities such as Vanderbilt University Hospital, Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt and Vanderbilt Health Services, along with Vanderbilt Health’s regional hospitals and ambulatory clinics.

By John Howser
Round bronze-colored medallion embossed with “CREDO AWARD,” featuring a central pedestal labeled “VANDERBILT” and laurel branches.
May 6, 2026

Spring 2026 Credo Award winners announced

Established in 2008, the Credo Award recognizes individuals who consistently demonstrate exceptional credo behaviors — that is: They make those they serve the highest priority; respect privacy and confidentiality; communicate effectively; conduct themselves professionally; have a sense of ownership; and are committed to their colleague. 

By Rachel Vitolo
Susannah Rose, PhD, stands beside a wall bearing the text “Vanderbilt Center for Biomedical Ethics and Society.”
May 5, 2026

Susannah Rose to direct the Center for Biomedical Ethics and Society

Rose, associate professor of Biomedical Informatics and Health Policy, will succeed Keith Meador, MD, ThM, MPH, the Anne Geddes Stahlman Professor of Medical Ethics, who has directed the center since 2012.

By Bill Snyder
Keith Meador, identified by his name badge, wears a suit and striped tie at a reception, with several guests in the background.
May 5, 2026

Keith Meador, director of the Center for Biomedical Ethics and Society, to retire July 1

Meador has integrated ethics into the daily life of clinical departments at Vanderbilt Health. Under his direction, the center expanded its reach across specialties, establishing programs in surgical ethics, pediatric ethics and maternal-child health.

By Danny Bonvissuto
Professional head-and-shoulders portrait of a smiling Black man wearing glasses, a dark suit, white shirt, and red-and-blue striped tie.
April 29, 2026

Clausyl (CJ) Plummer named medical director of Vanderbilt Stallworth Rehabilitation Hospital

The appointment of CJ Plummer, MD, marks a new chapter in Stallworth’s continued commitment to delivering high-quality rehabilitation care to patients across Tennessee and beyond.

By Holly Fletcher
Portrait of Mohammad Saleem, PhD, wearing glasses, a salmon-colored shirt, and a red lanyard against a white background.
April 25, 2026

Mohammad Saleem receives Young Investigator Award 

The award recognizes individuals who demonstrate “outstanding promise” in physiological sciences research.

By Bill Snyder