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At Vanderbilt, the drive to discover, care, learn and share is in our DNA — it defines who we are. Our Discoveries in Action podcast is about the big ideas and breakthroughs happening right here at Vanderbilt Health.

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Pediatric Pulmonology & Lung Surgery

Atlas of Cells Sparks New Thinking in Lung Injury

Single-cell sequencing drives a need to look beyond ‘hallmark’ genes.
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Changing Medicine

Chatbot Weighs in for Clinical Decision Support

Study suggests an AI-based tool may help can offer a more comprehensive picture in some cases.
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Cancer

Pancreatic Patient Navigator Finds Shorter Routes to Treatment

Nurse-navigator efforts streamline testing, treatment and support beginning with the patient’s initial visit.
Surgery team performing heart transplant
Pulmonology & Critical Care

Transplant Excellence Result of Skill, Innovation and Teamwork

Vanderbilt surpasses its previous annual record for solid organ transplants, establishing it as the fifth-largest transplant center in the nation.
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Pediatrics

Family Training Eases Transition for Autistic Youth

Parents with the fewest skills at the outset made greatest gains with group training.

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Trends in Medicine

Innovation a Hallmark of Hospital at Home

Filtering system automatically flags patient likely to be suitable candidates.

Remote Approach Extends Autism Evaluation

Multimillion-dollar grant will power a statewide rollout to test its practical utility.

‘Open’ Rates of EHR Files Exhibit Signs of Disparities

Medical professionals spend more time engaging with medical records of white patients.

Regular Sleep Schedule Cuts Cardiovascular Risk

Study reports consistent sleep creates benefits for diverse patients.

How Much Oxygen Best Protects Brain Function?

COPILOT study will answer a critical question regarding oxygen levels.

Research Finds Keys to an Excellent Video Visit

Studies provide insights into how to deliver optimal care to patients through the telehealth experience.

More Support Helps Fast-Metabolizing Smokers Kick the Habit

Fast metabolizers respond to combo of enhanced nicotine replacement therapy and counseling.

Studies Examine Elements of Optimal Nursing Care

Studies underway focus on nurse staffing allocations, discharge transitions, and social drivers of health for patients.

Uncovering Links Between Music and Health

Newly-funded research investigates genetic and epidemiological connections and potential new clinical tools.

Emergency Flight Crews Confront Secondary Trauma

Secondary PTSD has been recognized as a risk for members of hospital flight teams.