Meharry Medical College
Coverage of Meharry Medical College in the Nexus archive.
- Tennessee medical experts answer questions about parasite-induced ‘explosive’ diarrhea illness
Tennessee reports cyclosporiasis cases with 'explosive' diarrhea, linked to potential contaminated produce. The CDC investigates a widespread outbreak affecting over half the states, with Michigan officials suspecting contaminated lettuce as the source. Medical experts confirm the parasite is not new but note an unprecedented spike in cases.
- Nashville General Hospital Leaders Eye Interim CEO Veronica Elders for Permanent Job
Nashville General Hospital's Hospital Authority Board recommends interim CEO Veronica Elders for permanent leadership after evaluating her alongside Keith Churchwell. The decision emphasizes continuity following former CEO Joseph Webb's tenure, which involved financial mismanagement and instability. Elders has secured funding and improved partnerships, including a renewed agreement with Meharry Medical College.
- Metro is choosing a CEO for Nashville’s struggling safety-net hospital this week
Metro Nashville Hospital Authority Board is set to vote on a new CEO for Nashville General Hospital, a financially struggling safety-net hospital serving low-income patients in North Nashville. The hospital faces challenges including outdated infrastructure, a costly lease, and rising city subsidies, with a $4.6 million loss reported in 2023.