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VHAN’s Transitions of Care Team Assists with Medication Adherence
February 23, 2021
To combat transitions of care-related challenges, Ashley Sigg, a VHAN Transitional Care Management Pharmacist, offers medication reconciliation and support for 30 days after a patient’s hospital discharge.
VHAN Diabetes Team Launches Remote Patient Monitoring Pilot Program
February 23, 2021
The VHAN diabetes team recently launched VUMC’s first Remote Patient Monitoring pilot program to help patients more accurately and consistently manage their diabetes.
Message From David Posch: Starting Off Strong in 2021
January 29, 2021
The New Year is upon us, and there are signs of hope and progress all around.
COVID Positive Outreach Team Serves as Compassionate Advocates for Patients
January 28, 2021
Since the pandemic began in March, the COVID Positive Outreach team has served an astounding number of coronavirus patients —almost 7,000—as part of VUMC’s COVID-to-Home program.
Family-Facing Webinar Focuses on Cyber Safety
January 28, 2021
The Vanderbilt Health Affiliated Network (VHAN) supports its patients’ physical, mental and emotional health needs by providing helpful resources for patients, families and caregivers. Last fall, the network received positive feedback about an October 2020 behavioral health webinar for parents and garnered ideas for future learning opportunities.
Employer Solutions Reflects on Inaugural Year and Looks Forward to Growth
January 28, 2021
Last year Employer Solutions quickly pivoted to help employers handle the pandemic. Growth and expansion of its offerings are on the agenda for 2021.
5 Ways to Boost Your Immune System
January 28, 2021
Our immune system serves as the first line of defense from illness and infections, an especially important concern in the age of novel coronaviruses such as COVID-19. Here are five ways to begin bolstering immunity to fight off invaders.
COVID-19 Vaccine Education Takes Center Stage
December 23, 2020
VUMC vaccine education is aimed at detailing how the COVID-19 vaccines work, giving the latest safety and efficacy data, and dispelling myths.
Care Paths' Role in Reducing Unwarranted Variation Highlighted By Award
December 23, 2020
Rhodes Amaker, MMHC, VHAN's Director of Network Operations, recently won an award for his presentation on Reducing Unwarranted Variation in Care using VHAN’s Low Back Pain Care Path.
Corporate Health and Wellness Team Reaches Out to St. Thomas Colleagues
December 23, 2020
Vanderbilt Corporate Health and Wellness nurses hosted an outreach event for their colleagues in the St. Thomas ICU unit in December 2020.