Our physicians' work extends beyond patient exam rooms. They are also scientists - searching for discoveries to offer better treatments, and hopefully, find cures for their pediatric patients. Read profiles of five of our scientists. Read more >

Human rhinovirus (HRV), also known as the common cold, can be uncommonly serious for certain children, a study led by a Vanderbilt pediatrician shows. Read more >

Vanderbilt researchers, as part of a multicenter study, have found that children who have sickle cell disease along with high blood pressure and anemia are at an increased risk for silent strokes. Read more >