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Time to update VU Directory information
Jun. 28, 2011—The annual update process has begun for the 2011-2012 Vanderbilt University Directory. The information for the new edition of the directory is pulled from the online PeopleFinder application. The following information from People Finder will be listed in the directory: Name Email address Department name Department phone number Location Please review your information in People...
Holmes assumes presidency of Tennessee Dietetic Association
Jun. 2, 2011—Marilyn Holmes, the manager of Health Plus, the staff and faculty wellness program, and a registered dietitian, assumed the presidency of the Tennessee Dietetic Association (TDA) on June 1. The TDA is an affiliate of the American Dietetic Association, and seeks to improve health and nutrition of the citizens of the state. TDA serves the...
Glassford gains arts in health care honor
May. 31, 2011—Donna Glassford, executive director of cultural enrichment at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, has been named a Distinguished Fellow of the Society for the Arts in Healthcare. The appointment recognizes longtime members who have made significant and influential contributions to the arts in healthcare field. Glassford joins 19 other fellows who were announced at the organization’s...
Mary Teloh, overseer of History of Medicine room, retires after 38 years
May. 31, 2011—Mary Teloh, who worked for 38 years as a librarian at the Eskind Biomedical Library and its predecessor, the Medical Center Library, proudly shows off a crystal bowl she received at a retirement reception May 27. Teloh is known for her devotion to the history of medicine, and the history of VUMC, and was the...
Enter new badge information by May 13
May. 4, 2011—The deadline for updating your badge information is fast approaching. Friday, May 13, is the last day for this required update. This summer, all VUMC faculty, staff and employed students will receive new identification badges that take advantage of updated technology and enhanced security. Here is what you need to know and do: Verify the...
American Heart Association recognizes Vanderbilt with Start! Fit-friendly Companies Award
May. 4, 2011—For the 4th consecutive year Vanderbilt was recognized with the Platinum Level (highest level) American Heart Association Start! Fit-friendly Companies Award. This award is given to companies that demonstrate progressive leadership toward making health and wellness a priority for their workforce. Vanderbilt will receive recognition in the September issue of Fortune Magazine for this accomplishment....
Medicine! Mayhem! Murder! redux
Mar. 28, 2011—A. Scott Pearson, M.D., associate professor of Surgery, has published a new medical thriller, a follow-up to Pearson’s well-received 2009 book “Rupture,” which has just been released in paperback. “Public Anatomy” has the same central character as “Rupture,” Memphis surgeon Eli Branch, and, as Branch is drawn further into the labyrinthine plot, a knowledge of...
Dining options plentiful across Vanderbilt’s campuses
Mar. 4, 2011—Vanderbilt’s campus holds options for just about every appetite and budget across both the Medical Center and University. compiled by Nancy Humphrey The Vanderbilt Clinic Courtyard Café — The Courtyard Café serves hot meals, grilled and deli sandwiches, pizza, sushi, salads, soups, etc. There are also stations for Mexican and Chinese food. Hours: 6 -10...
Food Advisory Committee aims for diverse and healthy dining options
Mar. 3, 2011—In September 2009, a new Medical Center committee, aptly called the Food Advisory Committee, was established at the request of the Medical Center’s senior leadership to evaluate nutritional (food) options available on campus. The formation of this committee was in part response to a necessary evaluation process for which vendor would inhabit the space that...
Selected exercise and weight loss programs at Vanderbilt
Mar. 3, 2011—Health Plus, the Vanderbilt employee health and fitness program, offers a state of the art fitness facility, group exercise classes, wellness coaching, healthy lifestyle programming and a variety of options for off campus faculty/staff. Health Plus supports individuals working toward getting to a healthy weight by offering a partial reimbursement for both Weight Watchers at...