Reporter Nov 3 2017
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Lung cancer survivors and caregivers invited to VUMC event Nov. 16
Lung cancer survivors and their caregivers are invited to attend a free educational evening at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) Thursday, Nov. 16, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m., at the University Club, 2402 Garland Ave. Read MoreNov 3, 2017
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New pedestrian bridge next step in MCE makeover
Later this fall, a new three-floor pedestrian bridge will be installed connecting the North Tower of Vanderbilt University Adult Hospital (VUAH) to Medical Center East (MCE)-North Tower. The new bridge will connect the two buildings on the sixth, seventh and eighth floors. Read MoreNov 2, 2017
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Pediatric cardiologist Johns thrives in many roles
Pediatric cardiologist James Johns, M.D., relishes being a physician who wears many hats. Read MoreNov 2, 2017
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EpicLeap Go Live update
After two years of planning and preparation through EpicLeap, thousands of individuals from across all areas of Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) came together overnight to “Go Live” and launch eStar, the new computer system that will support the health system’s electronic health records, workflows for inpatient and outpatient care delivery, test ordering, billing and other hospital and clinic operations. Along the way, EpicLeap has already involved 18,000 employees who work in the Medical Center’s health system. Read MoreNov 2, 2017
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Tenacity, teamwork, love, drive heart patient’s treatment journey
Sixty-six year-old Frank Donatelli knew the $39 he spent to join eHarmony was worth it. Read MoreNov 2, 2017
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Study explores nicotine patch to treat mild cognitive impairment
Three years ago Reece Dean, of Nashville’s Bellevue community, retired at age 69 from a career as a busy truck driver. Mary Ann, his wife, began to notice some changes in his memory and behavior since he was home more consistently. Read MoreNov 2, 2017
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Liquid biopsies help reveal lung cancer mutations
Cancer investigators led by researchers at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center (VICC) have co-developed a liquid biopsy blood-based assay used to identify specific gene mutations associated with the development or relapse of small-cell lung cancer (SCLC). Read MoreNov 2, 2017
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Vance elected president of Tennessee Nurses Association
Haley Vance, DNP, APRN, CPNP-AC, has been elected president of the Tennessee Nurses Association (TNA). Vance, who is an acute care pediatric nurse practitioner for Pediatric Neurosurgery, will serve a two-year term, which began in September and ends in September 2019. Read MoreNov 2, 2017
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Barktoberfest!
Last week Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt presented Barktoberfest, a Halloween-themed dog show, for patients and families. Read MoreNov 2, 2017
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Sweatt, Tansey discuss influence of epigenetics on research
Basic research underway at Vanderbilt University Medical Center is raising hopes that one day it will be possible to reverse memory loss in people with Alzheimer’s disease and stop a major driver of cancer in its tracks. Read MoreNov 2, 2017
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Asthma expert Wenzel set for Nov. 9 Discovery Lecture
Sally Wenzel, M.D., a global expert on severe asthma, will deliver the next Flexner Discovery Lecture on Thursday, Nov. 9. Read MoreNov 2, 2017
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McQueen lands award for humanitarian efforts
Kelly McQueen, M.D., MPH, professor of Anesthesiology and Surgery and director of Vanderbilt Anesthesia Global Health and Development, has received the 2017 Nicholas M. Greene, M.D., Outstanding Humanitarian Contribution Award from the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA). Read MoreNov 2, 2017
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MEGAMicrobe
More than 200 children attended last week's MEGAMicroge, which offered explorations into the world of microbes and immune defenses. Read MoreNov 2, 2017
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Piedmont Natural Gas and Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt continue partnership for 64th Annual Nashville Christmas Parade presented by Tootsie’s
Officials from Piedmont Natural Gas and Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, joined by Nashville Mayor Megan Barry, announced today that retired Nashville Predators Captain Mike Fisher will serve as Grand Marshal for this year’s 64th annual Piedmont Natural Gas Nashville Christmas Parade presented by Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge. Children’s Hospital will again benefit from some of the proceeds from the parade. Read MoreOct 31, 2017
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Task Force for Physician Empowerment makes recommendations
The Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) Task Force for Empowerment and Well-being, a 16-member multidisciplinary group formed earlier this year to develop a deeper understanding of the nationwide problem of physician burnout and suggest solutions at VUMC, has made its initial recommendations. Read MoreOct 31, 2017