Monthly Archives: May 2020
Clinical Characteristics and Outcomes of COVID-19 Among Patients with Pre-Existing Liver Disease in United States: A Multi-Center Research Network Study
A microRNA Signature Identifies Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma Patients at Risk for Lymph Node Metastases
Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinomas (PDACs) frequently metastasize to the lymph nodes; strategies are needed to identify patients at highest risk for lymph node metastases. We performed genome-wide expression profile analyses of PDAC specimens, collected… Continue reading
Prevalence and Risk Factors of Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and Advanced Fibrosis in General Population: the French Nationwide NASH-CO Study
NEW: The priceless notebook of Mr. Price
A vital ingredient for COVID testing was unavailable anywhere. Then Howard Price remembered a recipe in an old notebook. Continue reading
NEW: Innovation at VUMC during COVID-19
Our mission to be a leader in improving the health care of individuals and communities has perhaps never been more critical than during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are just a few examples of your outstanding and remarkable efforts. Continue reading
UPDATED: Hotel stay program extended through May for employees who work with patients
As VUMC reinitiates elective clinical services, employees can continue to take advantage of the Medical Center’s partnership with local hotels to provide nearby temporary housing options. Continue reading
NEW: This week’s Good Job Report
“I am so proud of all my phenomenal colleagues and brave patients at VUMC.” Continue reading
NEW: Vanderbilt Environmental Health and Safety and Nursing Education refit more than 3,000 employees with new N95 masks
The key to effectively wearing the mask is the fit. A respirator can’t protect a provider if it doesn’t fit, so it must form a tight seal with the face or neck to work properly. Continue reading
UPDATED: Clinician Guidance: Physicians and advance practice providers direct-to-patient telehealth
The decision to utilize telehealth is determined by the physician or advance practice provider and the patient.The patient may decline a telehealth visit based on personal preference, choosing an in-person visit subject to scheduling availability. Continue reading
REMINDER: Masking guidelines in effect at VUMC
Everyone must wear a fabric/cloth mask in and around all VUMC hospitals, clinics, ambulatory sites, hallways, cafeterias, food courts, elevators, waiting rooms and plazas; and in any administrative or non-clinical areas where 6-foot distance between pe… Continue reading