New Study Looks at Cost Impact of OTC Birth Control

A new study explores the impact on unintended pregnancies, consistent use of progestin-only OTC birth control pills at various price points.

Behavioral Health in a Time of Social Isolation

Last month, the Nashville Health Care Council brought together experts for a virtual panel discussion on behavioral health in the midst of social distancing orders.

COVID-19 & Mental Health

As the virus takes its toll, providers are finding new ways to reach patients and preparing for the mental health fallout ahead.

Self-Care on the Front Lines of Coronavirus

Physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists and the full complement of support staff at hospitals and clinics are battling coronavirus on the front lines. When caring for others, it's all too easy to forget to take care of yourself.

May is Mental Health Month

May is Mental Health Month with excellent resources from national organizations for both patients and providers.

New Study Looks at Cost Impact of OTC Birth Control

A new study explores the impact on unintended pregnancies, consistent use of progestin-only OTC birth control pills at various price points.

AHA Releases Scientific Statement on CAD with Type 2 Diabetes

A new AHA scientific statement explores more aggressive clinical options for the patient-centered management of individuals with both type 2 diabetes and coronary artery disease.

Necessity ... the Mother of Invention

When in-person clinical care became impossible for nursing students in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, Vanderbilt's School of Nursing got creative.

Business Insights

Health Worker Data Alliance: Tracking Emotional, Physical and Occupational Health of Healthcare Workers during COVID-19

MGMA20: The Financial Conference

One of the last national conferences held before COVID-19 began spreading throughout the country., MGMA20: The Financial Conference shared critical information that's now more important than ever.

VUMC Seeks Plasma Donations from Recovered COVID-19 Patients

Public Health: Communicating through Crisis

Public health professionals have long understood the basic tenets of communicating in a public health crisis. Be First. Be Right. Be Credible.

NMGMA10 Minute Takeaway

Using a driving metaphor, Dr. Paul Gentuso, CMO of Heritage Medical Associates, shared both the road hazards and ways to improve conditions when driving healthcare quality.

Election 2020 & the Future of Healthcare

COVID-19 has changed the discussion around healthcare and the upcoming presidential campaign. The Nashville Health Care Council held a virtual event to continue that conversation.

Protecting Small Businesses

America's small businesses are the backbone of our nation's economy, but too many are struggling to stay in business as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak. The good news is that sweeping relief is on the way.

Mental Health Leaders Unite to Release Comprehensive COVID-19 Resource Hub

Women in Criminal Justice System Less Likely to Receive Evidence-Based Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder

Pregnant women involved in the criminal justice system are disproportionately not receiving medications for opioid use disorder, as compared to their peers, according to a Vanderbilt-led study published today in PLOS Medicine.

Oct 3: Susan G. Komen® Central Tennessee Kicks Off Registration For 2020 More Than Pink Walk™

Second year of this new community experience builds on last year's successful debut

Tatum Hauck Allsep

Founder & CEO

Music Health Alliance

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Jackie Cavnar

Chief Operating Officer

Mental Health America of the MidSouth

Executive Director

Tennessee Psychiatric Association

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Tina Gerardi, MS, RN, CAE

Executive Director

Tennessee Nurses Association

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Julie Gray, DDS, MA

Assistant Dean for Student Affairs

Assistant Professor of Restorative Dentistry

School of Dentistry Meharry Medical College

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Pam Jones, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN

Senior Associate Dean, Clinical & Community Partnerships and Associate Professor

Vanderbilt University School of Nursing

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Nicole McCoin, MD

Keith D. Wrenn Residency Program Director, Vice Chair for Education & Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

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Amber Price, DNP, CNM, RN

Chief Operating Officer

The Children's Hospital at TriStar Centennial & TriStar Centennial Women's Hospital

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Cynthia Reisz

Member

Bass, Berry & Sims PLC

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Jodie Robison, PhD, LPC-MHSP, NCC

Executive Director, Military Services

Centerstone

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Melissa Scalise, MD

Assistant Professor & Associate Program Director of Internal Medicine

University of Tennessee - Nashville Internal Medicine Program at Ascension Saint Thomas

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Sharing Best Practices in Behavioral Health

Nashville-based online video service provides evidence-based training to public and providers.

AMA, physician groups defend ACA gains in new California v. Texas filing

AHIP Files Amicus Brief in Texas v. United States

Front Line Pharmacies Struggling to Pay Unfair Clawback Fees Even While Fighting COVID-19, Says NCPA

Congressional Tri-Caucus Introduces Landmark Health Equity and Accountability Legislation

ACS Nashville Announces "ResearcHERS" Campaign

Returning for its second year in Greater Nashville, "ResearcHERS: Women Fighting Cancer" unites 44 area women as ambassadors to help the American Cancer Society (ACS) raise funds to directly support women-led cancer research.

Williamson Medical Center Celebrates EMS Week, Announces Star of Life Award

In honor of the proclamation for EMS Week signed by Williamson County Mayor Rogers Anderson, and in acknowledgement of National EMS Week - both which are being celebrated this week - Williamson Medical Center (WMC) is recognizing the critical role Emergency Medical Service professionals play in the community.

New Williamson Medical Group Surgical Services Facility Open for Elective Surgeries

Sumner Regional Marks National Hospital Week, Honors Healthcare Heroes

AHIP Joins Psych Hub COVID-19 Mental Health Resource Hub Coalition

Mental health is an essential part of a person's overall health and well-being. Promoting good mental health is more important than ever as Americans continue to battle the COVID-19 crisis.

Nashville Vascular and Vein Institute earns three stars in Vascular Quality Initiative Registry Participation Award Program

The Society for Vascular Surgery's Vascular Quality Initiative (SVS VQI) has awarded Nashville Vascular and Vein Institute three stars for its active participation in the Registry Participation Program.

American Academy of Nursing Calls for Greater Immunization

World Health Organization Celebrates World Immunization Week

ProviderTrust Kicks Off Milestone Anniversary With Introduction Of New Solution for Health Plans

New Offering Demonstrates Company's Continued Rapid Growth; Expands Successful Portfolio of Products

Envision Healthcare Appoints James Rechtin President and CEO

The Board of Directors of Envision Healthcare - one of the nation's largest facility-based care provider groups and ambulatory surgery center operators - today announced the appointment of James "Jim" Rechtin as President and Chief Executive Officer.

Vanderbilt Health Joins Nashville Soccer Club As Exclusive Health Care Provider

Nashville Soccer Club and Vanderbilt Health announced today a strategic, multi-year relationship that includes Vanderbilt Health becoming an official sponsor of Nashville SC and the team's exclusive health care provider.

Sumner Station Emergency Department Recognized for Excellence with Cardiac Care Certification

Sumner Station Emergency Department provides necessary care, resources to patients experiencing heart attack, urgent heart problem.

Unity Psychiatric Care Names Cook Division VP

Unity Psychiatric Care, a division of Franklin, Tennessee-based American Health Partners, has named Philip Cook division vice president of hospital operations.

HealthStream Acquires NurseGrid, #1 Rated and Top Downloaded App for Nurses

HealthStream (Nasdaq: HSTM), a leading provider of workforce and provider solutions for the healthcare industry, today announced that it has acquired NurseGrid, a Portland, Oregon-based healthcare technology company.

Local Healthcare IT Company EvidenceCare Promotes Amy Deaton to Chief Operating Officer

Leading clinical decision support system EvidenceCare announced this week the promotion of healthcare information technology industry veteran Amy Deaton to chief operating officer.

Award Winning Dermatology Group Opening New Location in Thompson Station

Stones River Dermatology is proud to announce the opening of its third location in Thompson Station, Tennessee on Tuesday, March 17th at 900 Elliston Way, Ste., 101 in the Shelter Insurance Corporate Building.

MDsave Appoints Former Amazon Leader as Company President and COO

MDsave, the world's first online marketplace providing patients the ability to shop, compare and instantly purchase their healthcare services, today announced the appointment of Greg Born as company president and chief operating officer.

In Uncertain Times, the Tennessee Legislature Still Remembered Cancer Patients

Cancer Doesn't Take a Break and Neither Did the State Legislature

Tennessee Is 2020's 8th Best State for Doctors - WalletHub Study

Chief Executive Officer Announces Retirement

Donald Webb to leave health system post after 35 years of service

Leading Digital Transformation Services Firm emids Receives Investment from BlueCross BlueShield Venture Partners