Fiber optic system connects university with the world RICHMOND, Va., June 7 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Virginia Commonwealth University and the VCU Health System announced today new technology that will give media live or taped interview access to some of the world's leading physicians, specialists and researchers for breaking news, features or trend expertise. VCU has completed installation of the broadcast-quality, VideoLink ReadyCam system, a remotely or locally controlled camera technology that uses fiber optics to connect to VideoLink's headquarters in Boston.

Brigham and Women's Hospitals cardiologist, Elizabeth G. Nabel, M.D., named to prestigious national award RICHMOND, Va., March 9 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Elizabeth G.

By Robin Farmer, Richmond Times-Dispatch, Va. Jan. 26--Moments exist, especially in a hospital, for prayer or spiritual solitude. Since 1982, the Main Hospital Chapel on the second floor at VCU Medical Center has served that purpose.

By Tammie Smith, Richmond Times-Dispatch, Va. Jan. 24--An estimated 17.5 million Americans have diabetes, costing an estimated $174 billion in medical and other costs, such as missed days from work, in 2007.

By DAVID RESS Eric R. began one treatment in handcuffs in the back of a police van. He had been walking to VCU Medical Center when he was clipped by a car as he crossed at Harrison and Franklin streets.