VUMC Department of Anesthesiology impacts the 2023 American Society of Anesthesiologists Annual Meeting
November 14, 2023
Members of Vanderbilt’s Department of Anesthesiology impacted the sights and sounds of the latest advances in anesthesiology during the recent 2023 American Society of Anesthesiologists Annual Meeting in San Fransisco.
The conference included hundreds of presentations from scholars around the country, many networking opportunities, and hands-on workshops that members of the department facilitated and attended, including participation in more than 65 activities as authors, presenters or moderators.
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July 5, 2023
Following a national search, Vanderbilt’s Department of Anesthesiology has named Thomas Long, MD, to the role of executive vice chair for Pediatric Anesthesiology at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, effective Aug. 14
In this role, Long will lead Pediatric Anesthesiology for the department, most visibly in Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt...
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Wood County Marine Corps League lays wreaths on veterans’ graves
December 17, 2022
In Wood County hundreds of wreaths were placed on the graves of veterans at Roselawn Cemetery this morning. The Wood County Marine Corps League, along with many volunteers were able to lay all 677 wreaths as a way to remember their sacrifices and educate younger generations.
Kelly Kieke placed a wreath on her aunt Mozelle Simpson’s grave at Roselawn Cemetery as a way to honor her.
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East Texan carves and paints wooden Santa Clauses to spread joy
November 13, 2022
One East Texan has found his purpose through carving, and not just any carving, but hand carving wooden Santa Clauses in an effort to spread Christmas joy.
Marvin Melton, who’s claimed the title, Santa Carver, and his four-legged helper, Noel, head into his shop. Frosted windows, lights, and Christmas music make this place his winter wonderland.
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East Texas neighborhood supporting cyclists with popsicles, cold water, encouragement
August 7, 2022
One East Texas neighborhood has taken the initiative to support local cyclists through encouraging words, hydration, and friendship.
Every Tuesday, just before 7 p.m., those in the Briarcrest neighborhood start heading to their neighbor Hazel’s yard. Some people bring lawn chairs, others ice. It’s for their own fellowship, but they also share popsicles with those who come through their neighborhood by way of bicycle.
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East Texan Cody Johnson wins at Country Music Awards
November 10, 2022
"When I first heard him sing, I was sitting in the office, and I heard him, and I said, 'oh man, this guy's got it!'" recalled Johnson's high school teacher.
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Kacey Musgraves’ family, friends proud of ‘our girl,’ in Time Magazine’s Women of the Year issue
March 7, 2022
An East Texas native who grew up in Golden and graduated from Mineola High School is one of 12 selected for TIME Magazine’s “Women of the Year” list.
Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter Kacey Musgraves is the newest face on TIME Magazine for their “Women of the Year” edition. TIME said, “creating a better future for women means building bridges—across generations, communities, and borders. These extraordinary leaders are working toward a more equal world.” Barbara Musgraves, Kacey’s grandmother, said she is very proud of her.
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