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November 14, 2024

Vanderbilt mourns loss of philanthropist, longtime supporter Peggy Warner

Mrs. Warner and the Warner family have provided philanthropic support across a range of areas at the Medical Center, from the Shade Tree Clinic, Vanderbilt’s medical student-run, free clinic, to the Department of Neurology, Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center and Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, among others.

By Jill Clendening
Emma Ryleigh Dixon. (photo by Kathryn Krueger)
November 11, 2024

An inspiring legacy

Family establishes ERDie Project in memory of daughter, Emma Ryleigh Dixon, to support pediatric bone cancer research at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt.

By Paige Turner
October 31, 2024

Chic Awearness surpasses $1 million for ovarian cancer research and patient support 

Founded by Marci Houff, the event supports ovarian cancer research at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center and patient support initiatives.

By Tom Wilemon and Erin O. Smith
October 29, 2024

Photo gallery: Steven Snodgrass art display at Vanderbilt Eye Institute

A significant portion of the proceeds are benefiting the Vanderbilt University Medical Center Arts program. The event served as an opportunity for attendees to meet the artist and learn more about the VUMC Arts mission.

By Erin O. Smith
Chenyu Zhu takes a look at tardigrades, or water bears, through a microscope. (photo by Erin O. Smith)
October 28, 2024

MEGAMicrobe 2024 photo gallery

Scientists from Vanderbilt University and Vanderbilt University Medical Center led several activities to illustrate the important roles that microorganisms play in the environment and human health.

By Erin O. Smith
October 25, 2024

VKC TRIAD celebrates 25 years of autism research, assessment, treatment and support with a special virtual event on Tuesday, Oct. 29

The special virtual event from 6 to 7:30 p.m. will feature TRIAD leaders past and present.

By Danny Bonvissuto
October 22, 2024

New VUMC hospital expansion to be named Jim Ayers Tower

Serving as the new front door to Vanderbilt University Hospital, the building serves as a visible reminder of the monumental impact Janet and Jim Ayers have had on the people of Tennessee.
By Nancy Humphrey
October 22, 2024

Commodore spirit proves too much for superfan’s blood vessels

While most sports injuries happen on the field, one Vanderbilt football fan managed to score one in his own home the night Vanderbilt beat Alabama.
By Holly Fletcher
October 21, 2024

Champ of the Game program celebrates five years of inspiration

What started as a simple proposal to create a moment during each home game for a hospitalized patient to root for the home team and share the excitement from fans and players in the arena has become a welcomed tradition. 
By Jessica Pasley
October 21, 2024

Joint effort: Annual VUMC event provides free orthopaedic surgeries

This year, more than 60 participating surgeons, fellow and resident surgeons, attending anesthesiologists and certified registered nurse anesthetists, surgery center staff and Spanish interpreters volunteered on an August Saturday to help those who couldn’t otherwise afford it.
By Danny Bonvissuto
October 18, 2024

All of Us tour stops at VUMC Oct. 22-25

The All of Us Research Program brings the future of health to VUMC and Nashville. 
October 15, 2024

MEGAMicrobe event for children set for Saturday, Oct. 26

The seventh annual event invites students to conduct science experiments, join in hands-on activities, and win prizes and giveaways.
By Bill Snyder
October 3, 2024

Legacy Circle Breakfast

Donors are welcomed into the Legacy Circle when they make a lasting gift to the Medical Center through their will, retirement plan, life insurance policy or trust.
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