Nashville
Pop-up teaching kitchen gives Vanderbilt medical and nursing students a new perspective on patient nutrition
Feb. 11, 2020—by Emma Mattson “When we come across cases of food insecurity, we want to help, but we just don’t know how.” That’s Sarah Rachal, a third-year medical student at Vanderbilt. Like many other Vanderbilt students, Rachal volunteers at Shade Tree Clinic, a primary care clinic run by Vanderbilt medical students that provides comprehensive health care...
Top 5 Places to Run Near Vanderbilt
Apr. 19, 2019— 1. Belmont + 12 South loop -probably our most popular run 2. Capitol Hill and Downtown Bridges -the capital mall is beautiful this time of year and there are 3 bridges spanning the Cumberland with great views 3. McCabe Park -easy 2.8-mile loop with a nice golf course in the middle 4. Shelby Bottoms/East...
Fall Hike with Wilderness Med Society
Nov. 26, 2018—by Peety Karampreet Vandy med students enjoyed some fall foliage and wonderful company this November when the Wilderness Med Society hosted a day hike at South Cumberland State Park! They went on a moderate-difficulty 9.6-mile hike on the Fiery Gizzard Trail. The trail featured beautiful waterfalls and red and orange fall hues. Wilderness Med even provided...
Hiking through Medical School
Oct. 1, 2018—by Sydney Rooney As a medical student, it’s easy to get bogged down in work. That being said, Vanderbilt does a good job encouraging our wellness and letting us know it is important to exercise both our body and our mind. The weather in Nashville in the summer is so sunny that it’s great to...
Nashville 2018: A Year in the Life
Apr. 30, 2018—MSTP students Brad Reinfeld and Rachel Brown share a selection of monthly activities showcasing Nashville’s vibrant food, music, and culture. There is a lot more to Nashville than just country music and cowboy hats. Read their Nashville 2018: A Year in the Life post on the MSTP blog and visit medschool.vanderbilt.edu/mstp to learn more about the Medical Scientist Training Program. photo by...
New Year’s Eve in Nashville
Jan. 22, 2018—One of my favorite things about living in Nashville is that friends and family from all over the country want to come visit me in such a fun city. My best friends from high school and college came to Nashville so that we could ring in the New Year together. We went to Jack Daniel's...
Goat Yoga in Nashville
Dec. 18, 2017—The fourth-year medical students at Vanderbilt are currently running around the country interviewing for residency. Despite all the craziness, they still found time to explore all Nashville has to offer. The fourth-year class made a Nashville bucket list and is in the midst of doing all these activities together. The latest activity — Goat Yoga Nashville!
Seven Great Outdoor Adventures Near Nashville
Dec. 14, 2017—MSTP students Cam Bermudez and Joe Luchsinger list seven outdoor adventures all within a two-hour drive of Nashville. Complete with level of difficulty, distance away, and pro tips, you can't go wrong with these spots for a weekend getaway. Read their Seven Great Outdoor Adventures Near Nashville post on the MSTP blog and visit medschool.vanderbilt.edu/mstp to learn...
Nashville Restaurant Reviews
Nov. 9, 2017—MSTP students Stephanie Dudzinski and Sumeeth Jonathan review five restaurants in Nashville and nearby Franklin. From pancakes and pizza, to Thai and upscale Italian, they've got you covered on where to dine out in and around Music City. Read their reviews on the Garden Brunch Café, Nicky's Coal Fired, Red Pony, Siam Cuisine, and Tartufo on the MSTP blog at https://medschool.vanderbilt.edu/mstp/newsletter/mstp-foodies-restaurant-reviews. To learn more...
North to South: Tips for Any Transplant (& Entertainment for any Southerner)
Aug. 28, 2017—I am a Boston girl through and through: I was raised in a Metrowest suburb, attended Tufts for undergrad, and spent the last year living in and working in Cambridge. More tellingly, I’m a die-hard Celtics fan, am fiercely loyal to Dunkin Donuts, and believe turn signals are somewhat optional. And while I was thrilled...