Be a ‘biggest winner,’ set personal health and fitness goals
This fun program is designed to help you build the skills necessary to reach your personal health and fitness goals. The program consists of weekly… Read More
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VUMC’s e-prescription quality efforts lauded
Vanderbilt University Medical Center has been named to receive a White Coat of Quality Award from Surescripts that recognizes the institution’s e-prescription quality efforts. Read More
Challenge yourself with Summer Shape Up at VRWC
Shape up this summer by challenging yourself to build healthier physical, nutritional and wellness habits. Explore ways to incorporate new fitness activities, healthy eating and… Read More
Lehmann to advise on health informatics
Chris Lehmann, M.D., professor of Pediatrics and Biomedical Informatics at Vanderbilt, has been appointed by the U.S. Government Accountability Office as the first pediatrician to serve on the Health Information Technology (HIT) Policy Committee. Read More
Bedside Matters set for May 21
The next Bedside Matters, an hourlong, monthly rounds geared toward helping Vanderbilt University Medical Center health care providers deal with the social and emotional issues of caring for patients and families, will be on Wednesday, May 21. Read More
School of Medicine graduates ready to make positive impact
At last week’s Commencement, the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine Class of 2014 was charged with focusing on developing relationships with their patients and stepping up as leaders in their profession while making a positive impact in health care. Read More
Nursing graduates embrace chance to improve health care
Linda Norman, DSN, R.N., Valere Potter Menefee Professor of Nursing and dean of Vanderbilt University School of Nursing, told graduates during Commencement and Investiture ceremonies last week that “this is the most exciting time to be a new master’s or doctorally prepared nurse because nursing is more appreciated than ever. Read More
Biomedical Sciences graduates driven by promise of discovery
Most people probably don’t think much about the chemical compound that flavors curries and gives the Indian spice turmeric its yellow color. For Odaine Gordon, Ph.D., who celebrated his doctoral degree at last week’s Graduate School commencement, this compound — called curcumin — has special significance. Read More
Address highlights VUMC Nursing
Executive Chief Nursing Officer Marilyn Dubree, MSN, R.N., reviewed the challenges of the past year and highlighted what Vanderbilt University Medical Center nursing is doing to prepare for the future at last week’s State of Nursing address, scheduled to coincide with National Nurses Week. Read More
Tener to lead Office of Student Financial Aid at Vanderbilt
Brent Tener has been named director of Vanderbilt's Office of Student Financial Aid and Undergraduate Scholarships following a national search, Vice Provost for Enrollment and Dean of Admissions Douglas L. Christiansen announced May 15. Read More
Hans Stoll honored at New Frontiers in Finance Conference
Two Nobel laureates were among the presenters at the Financial Markets Research Center’s annual conference at Vanderbilt University, which was held this year in honor of Hans Stoll of Vanderbilt. Read More
Get faculty, staff discount on meals through Campus Dining
Vanderbilt Campus Dining is offering a limited-time summer discount on faculty and staff meal plans. Enjoy cuisine from Vanderbilt’s award-winning chefs, all within walking… Read More
2014 Tennessee Men’s Health Report Card launch is June 10
Please join us for the launch of the 2014 Tennessee Men’s Health Report Card on Tuesday, June 10, in Ed Jones Auditorium at… Read More
VRWC offers summer membership
(Steve Green/Vanderbilt) Stay in shape this summer with a membership to the Vanderbilt Recreation and Wellness Center. Memberships, good through Aug. 31,… Read More
National Employee Health and Fitness Day is May 21
Join the celebration as Vanderbilt recognizes National Employee Health and Fitness Day May 21. Read More
School for Science and Math at Vanderbilt graduates new class
Among those graduating May 10 from the School for Science and Math at Vanderbilt is Hume-Fogg High School valedictorian Chelsea Guo. Read More
CaMKII enhances insulin secretion
The protein CaMKII acts as a calcium sensor in a positive feedback pathway that enhances glucose-stimulated insulin secretion. Read More
Vanderbilt leads higher ed hiring initiative
Vanderbilt hosted a networking luncheon in April with Tennessee higher education institutions to explore forming a Higher Education Recruitment Consortium. HERC members share a commitment to hiring the most diverse and talented faculty, staff and executives. Read More
Earn rewards through nurse referral program
Employees can earn up to $2,500 for referring an R.N. or L.P.N. through Vanderbilt’s Referral Bonus Program now through Aug. 1. Read More
International travelers advised to take MERS precautions
In light of the first cases of Middle Eastern Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus being reported in the United States, all Vanderbilt faculty, staff and students are reminded about ways to minimize the spread of this infection if travelling to affected regions of the world. Read More
