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Children's of Mississippi patient Felton Walker, center, is surrounded by, from left, John Scarborough; Dr. Mary Taylor, Suzan B. Thames Chair and professor of pediatrics; father Chip Walker; mother Liz Walker; Children's of Mississippi CEO Dr. Guy Giesecke; child life manager Cara Williams; and Mary Beth Addington, UMMC clinical operations and special projects manager.

Eagle Scout project unites families at Children’s of Mississippi

Tuesday, May 28, 2024

Felton Walker built two wooden benches that will sit by a memorial to the child of John and Jeanne Scarbrough, Hudson. The Walkers and Scarbroughs forged a friendship following their families’ health journeys. Read More

Milestones in UMMC History

Milestones in UMMC History

Tuesday, May 28, 2024

During its 69-year history, the University of Mississippi Medical Center has made contributions to the state, and the world, in medicine, science and education. Each month, we’ll recognize at least one of these major accomplishments. Read More

UMMC graduates urged to ‘look for the joy’ during the essential work ahead

More than 900 graduates from the University of Mississippi’s health sciences schools are poised to take on challenges conferred on them by their brand-new degrees. Among those who participated in UMMC’s 68th annual Commencement on Friday were two graduates from “a long line of nurses.” Actually, from the same line.

Published on Tuesday, May 28, 2024

Photos: Some of the Class of 2024's best commencement moments are captured here

Loved ones and distinguished guests gathered on May 24 to applaud students from the University of Mississippi Medical Center’s Class of 2024. More than 760 of the 942 graduates accepted their diplomas on the stage of the Mississippi Coliseum.

Published on Tuesday, May 28, 2024

Pathology: The unseen force behind patient diagnosis and treatment

Each month we will pull back the curtain on departments or services that make the Medical Center run effectively as we continue to make strides in our three-part mission of education, research and health care. This month’s focus is on the Department of Pathology.

Published on Tuesday, May 28, 2024

Front and Center: Dr. Karen Carney

Dr. Karen Carney has dedicated 45 years to the School of Dentistry, where she has taught every graduating class since the school's inception. She still finds fulfillment in the mutual exchange of knowledge and support that spans generations.

Published on Tuesday, May 28, 2024

UMMC celebrates 900-plus May 2024 graduates from six health sciences schools

Published on Friday, May 24, 2024

Asylum Hill discoveries: They’re something personal

Published on Monday, May 20, 2024

Employee Appreciation Week offers menu of goodies

Published on Monday, May 20, 2024

Bower Foundation MSN graduates educating next generation of nurses

Published on Monday, May 20, 2024

Faculty in SOM, SHRP commended for career achievements

Published on Monday, May 20, 2024

#2024UMMCGrad: Nathan Campbell’s scientific training at UMMC began in high school

Published on Monday, May 20, 2024

UMMC first in state to offer CAR T therapy for persistent cancer

Published on Monday, May 20, 2024

UMMC patient celebrates 50th anniversary of congenital heart repair

Published on Monday, May 13, 2024

SEARCH for jobs, acceptance ends in celebration for nine graduates of vital program

Published on Monday, May 13, 2024

Plaudits abound during National Nurses Week

Published on Monday, May 13, 2024

UMMC School of Nursing Alumni honors spotlight Mangum, Riddick

Published on Monday, May 13, 2024

School of Dentistry begins two-year research project to improve children’s oral health

Published on Monday, May 13, 2024

#2024UMMCGrad: Aaron Winters captures smiles with community outreach

Published on Monday, May 13, 2024

#2024UMMCGrad: Preston Ivy champions oral health at home and abroad

Published on Monday, May 13, 2024

Konkle-Parker completes decades of ‘care of vulnerable people’ at Adult Special Care Clinic

Published on Monday, May 6, 2024

#2024UMMCGrad: Estelle Blair balances medical school and motherhood – single, but not alone

Published on Monday, May 6, 2024

‘Unmatched’ mentor, exemplary educators celebrated

Published on Monday, May 6, 2024

UMMC seeks African American participants in world’s largest autism research study

Published on Monday, May 6, 2024

Photos: Mississippi State baseball a home run with young patients

Published on Monday, May 6, 2024