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Dr. Norma Ojeda, chair of advanced biomedical education, examines a display case during a museum preview held for members of the Academy for Excellence in Education in December.

‘Medical giants’ showcased in museum's inaugural exhibit

Tuesday, January 21, 2025

Items from the personal and professional lives of two of the Medical Center’s best-known and most accomplished figures are on display in the Medical Center’s Rowland Medical Library in the first presentation mounted by the Museum of Medical History. Students, faculty and staff are invited to view it any time during regular library hours, and especially during Thursday’s special event. Read More

Researchers say steps to head off the effects of dementia after 55 include managing high blood pressure and cholesterol levels, controlling diabetes, quitting smoking, increasing physical activity and managing obesity, among other measures.

Dementia cases expected to soar by 2060, UMMC researchers say

Tuesday, January 21, 2025

Living longer means a greater risk for issues with brain health, UMMC researchers say. But there’s hope – taking care of your body can also take care of your mind. Read More

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The new five-story, 250,000+ square foot facility will offer advanced care, groundbreaking research and a welcoming space to enhance patient care and access.

Mississippi couple commits $25 million gift to benefit UMMC cancer care, research

Published on Tuesday, January 21, 2025

 Makayla Campbell of Jackson, with support from physical therapist Kara Hudson and dad Maris Campbell, practices climbing stairs in the new Children's Rehabilitative Services space.

Children’s Rehabilitative Services moves to Sanderson Tower

Published on Monday, January 13, 2025

 Nise Branson, a mail clerk at UMMC's post office, sorts mail for the Medical Center's many departments.

That’s My Job: Receiving and Post Office

Published on Monday, January 13, 2025

 Dr. Louann Woodward, vice chancellor of the University of Mississippi Medical Center, is joined by Alabel Wiser, widow of Dr. Winfred L. Wiser, as Dr. J. Martin Tucker receives the Wiser chair.

Dr. J. Martin Tucker named Winfred L. Wiser Chair in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Published on Monday, January 13, 2025

 UMMC makes strides in 2024

UMMC makes strides in 2024

Published on Monday, January 6, 2025

 Jill Bayles was recently appointed director of the Office of Patient Experience.

Front and Center: Jill Bayles

Published on Monday, January 6, 2025

 Mississippi's 2024 Children's Miracle Network Hospitals Champion Ava Clarke Edney will serve as one of 14 National Champions this year.

CMNH selects Mississippi Champion Ava Clarke Edney for national role

Published on Thursday, January 2, 2025

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1996: UMMC lands flight transportation program

Published on Monday, December 30, 2024

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