Employee Spotlight
Donna Atherton and Karen Pinkard are nurses who have worked together for years. The day Karen’s heart stopped at work, Donna was there to save her life.
By Tom Wilemon
A lot of people worked to save her life and help her recover. Thanks to them, Karen Pinkard is back at work.
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Credo Award Winner
Thurman Stevens takes extra steps to ease patients’ anxiety
By Tom Wilemon
Stevens said he stays on the lookout for patients who may need some extra help.
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Employee Spotlight
Doctor and patient compete for honor
By Tom Wilemon
Reid Besch (left) and his doctor, Stephen Strickland, MD, MSCI, are both up for the…
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Patient Spotlight
Ten years ago, Mike Lavin was saved by a bone marrow transplant. A few days ago, he paid a surprise visit to the donor who made it possible.
By Tom Wilemon
“I really appreciate everything you have done. I’m here because of you.”
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Employee Spotlight
Hardship Fund helps employees with unexpected expenses
By Tom Wilemon
Hardships may include an illness or accident, burial expenses after the death of a family member or relocation costs after being displaced from affordable housing.
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VUMC in the Community
Son of beloved Vanderbilt faculty member Neil Green biking across U.S. raising funds for Children’s Hospital
By Tom Wilemon
Bruce Green's Los Angeles-to-Boston trip to honor his late father will take 48 days
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Health, yes
Don’t be a time change zombie
By Tom Wilemon
VUMC sleep expert says early preparation makes the beginning of Daylight Saving Time easier.
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VUMC in the Community
Athletes with disabilities inspire VUMC running volunteers
By Tom Wilemon
Inspiration, motivation, determination, perspiration
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Employee Spotlight
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation physician puts knowledge to work in figure competitions
By Tom Wilemon
Simone Maybin, M.D., looks almost petite in her white coat, but this medical resident at Vanderbilt's Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation program is actually ripped with muscle.
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