Daily Archives: August 28, 2018
Schwartz steps down as Orthopaedics chair
After serving as the department’s leader for nine years, Herbert S. Schwartz, MD, Dan M. Spengler Professor and chair of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation, has stepped down from his role as chair, effective Aug. 28. Continue reading
Team isolates antibodies that neutralize GI bug norovirus
Researchers at Vanderbilt University Medical Center have isolated the first human monoclonal antibodies that can neutralize norovirus, the leading cause of acute gastrointestinal illness in the world. Continue reading
Children’s Hospital launches pediatric food allergy clinic
There is no cure for food allergies, so there is potential for patients to participate in research and future clinical trials, making it a unique and specialized clinic experience for them. Continue reading
College Colors Day discounts and contest entries available
Yoga on the Lawn events set for this fall
Vandy Cooks “Asian Flair” class is tomorrow
Community Research Partners event on educational materials for Hispanic patients tomorrow
Community Engaged Research mini-grant applications due Oct. 26
VUMC hosts Women in Technology luncheon Sept. 25
Still time to register to vote before midterm elections; VUMC encourages online registration for all eligible employees
Registering to vote in Tennessee is easier than ever; in 2016, the Tennessee General Assembly approved online voter registration.To vote in this year’s midterm elections, you must be registered by Oct. 9. Continue reading