Daily Archives: March 12, 2020

There is debate over the type of electrosurgical setting that should be used for polyp resection. Some endoscopists use a type of blended current (yellow) whereas others prefer coagulation (blue). We performed a single-blind, randomized trial to determ… Continue reading →

Step-by-step instructions from the Department of Infection Prevention for obtaining COVID-19 lab specimens at non-main campus locations. Courier specimens on ice to the lab. Continue reading →

When Occupational Health determines that a VUMC employee has been exposed to the coronavirus that causes COVID-19, it will send an email to the employee. It is important that employees check their email regularly for messages from VUMC Occupational Hea… Continue reading →

Tennesseans who have questions about COVID-19 should call the Coronavirus Public Information Line, (877) 857-2945. Vanderbilt Health patients and employees with fever, cough and shortness of breath seeking more information about possible COVID-19 infec… Continue reading →

As VUMC continues to take preventative measures for our patients, families, visitors and health care teams, we are restricting access points at our hospitals and clinics. At these entry points, family members and visitors will be screened in accordance… Continue reading →

Colleagues, This afternoon, Vanderbilt University Medical Center accepted its first COVID-19 positive hospital patient. The patient, an adult, who was seen previously in one of our clinics, is currently in stable condition and being cared for in an iso… Continue reading →

In response to the presence of COVID-19 in Nashville, effective immediately through the end of April, VUMC will cancel all VUMC-sponsored events involving invited attendees and speakers from outside the organization. Continue reading →

For patients and employees with respiratory illnesses who need assessment for COVID-19, Vanderbilt Health has established these designated assessment sites. Continue reading →

VUMC Supply Chain continues to work with all areas across the enterprise to ensure adequate supplies are available. Continue reading →

Step-by-step instructions from the Department of Infection Prevention for obtaining COVID-19 lab specimens at main campus locations. Walk specimens on ice to the lab. Continue reading →