Kimberley H. Ward, MD
Specialties: Dermatology, Cosmetic Dermatology
Gender: Female
Biography: Dr. Kimberley Ward joined the University of Mississippi Medical Center in 2011 after several years in private practice and is Professor of Dermatology and Director of Cosmetic Dermatology. An Atlanta native and graduate of Stanford University, she completed medical school and dermatology residency at Columbia University in New York. She practices medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology at the University of Mississippi Medical Center’s Face and Skin Center in Ridgeland, MS. In her cosmetic practice she seeks to restore natural balance and proportion to help patients look and feel their best and age gracefully. She is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology, a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and a member of the American Society of Dermatologic Surgeons.
My Approach to Healthcare
I believe in treating each patient like family. Within that framework, my goal is to provide up-to-date and high-value medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatologic care in a patient-focused environment. I strive to help patients look and feel their best by listening to their goals, offering treatments that provide results, and using outstanding technical skill and artistry.
Practice Locations
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Face and Skin Center - UMMC
201 Northlake Ave., Ridgeland, MS 39157 View Location |
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UMMC Colony Park North
124 UMMC Way, Ridgeland, MS 39157 View Location |
Accepted Insurance Plans
The University of Mississippi Medical Center accepts all plans, but may not be an in-network provider with your plan. We encourage you to contact your insurer and ask if the plan is in network with UMMC. Always contact your insurance carrier for specific coverage information.
Network Participation - 2026
MississippiCAN and CHIP [Managed Care programs promulgated by the Mississippi Division of Medicaid]
- Molina Healthcare of Mississippi, Inc.
- Magnolia Health (Centene)
- TrueCare
Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace [Individual plans offered on healthcare.gov]
- Ambetter from Magnolia Health (Centene)
- Molina Healthcare of Mississippi, Inc.
- UHC Marketplace (Madison only)
Medicare Advantage
- Devoted Health Plans: PPO, HMO, DSNP, CSNP
- HealthSpring Plans: PPO, HMO, DSNP
- Humana: PPO, HMO, DSNP, CSNP, ISNP
- United Healthcare Plans: PPO, HMO, DSNP, CSNP, ISNP
- WellCare (Centene) Plans: PPO, HMO, DSNP
Commercial - Group and Individual
- Aetna Plans: PPO, HMO [Includes all facilities except UMMC Madison]
- BCBSMS Plans: BlueCardPPO, State Health Plan (AHS), Federal Employee Plan (FEP)
- Cigna Plans: PPO, HMO
- United Healthcare Plans: PPO, HMO (Includes plans administered by UMR, UnitedHealth Group's wholly owned third-party administrator (TPA) subsidiary)
Transplant Only Networks
- Optum Plan: Commercial • Programs: Solid Organ, BMT, VAD
- Emerging Therapy Solutions (ETS) Plan: Commercial • Programs: Solid Organ, BMT, CAR-T, VAD
- Interlink Plan: Commercial • Programs: Solid Organ, BMT, CAR-T
- Celtic Plans: Ambetter, WellCare, Magnolia Health MississippiCAN, Magnolia Health CHIP • Programs: Solid Organ, BMT
- Cigna Lifesource Plan: Commercial • Programs: Solid Organ, BMT, CAR-T, VAD
Dental
- Avesis Plan: MississippiCAN and CHIP (TrueCare)
- Always Care/Unum Plan: Commercial
Vision
- Avesis Plan: MississippiCAN and CHIP (TrueCare)
- Always Care/Unum Plan: Commercial
Rental Networks (Utilized by self-funded employer group plans and third-party administrators (TPAs))
- Mississippi Physicians Care Network (MPCN) [If MPCN is present on a Member/Subscriber ID, all UMMC facilities and providers are in-network regardless of TPA.]
- First Choice Health Plan
- Claritev (formerly Multiplan)
- Zelis
Government Programs
- Humana Military Plan: Tricare
- United Healthcare Plan: Veterans Affairs Community Care Networks
Plans and Payors UMMC is not in-network with as of April 1, 2026
- Oscar Health Plan: ACA Marketplace [Final negotiations taking place now. Anticipate in-network participation, effective June 1, 2026.]
- Cigna (Connect EPO) Plan: ACA Marketplace
- American Health Advantage Plan: Medicare Advantage
- Patrius Health (BCBSMS) Plan: Medicare Advantage
- Aetna Plan: Medicare Advantage
Education
| Board Certification: | Dermatology |
| Internship: | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai |
| Medical Education: | Columbia Univ College Of Physicians And Surgeons |
| Residency: | Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons |
Experience
Current Positions
| Professor, School of Medicine, Department of Dermatology | 07/2017 - Present |
| Director of Cosmetic Dermatology, School of Medicine, Department of Dermatology, UMMC, Jackson, MS | 07/2014 - Present |
Specialty Certification Licensure
| Re-certification, Diplomate, American Board of Dermatology | 04/2015 - Present |
| Certification, Diplomate, American Board of Dermatology | 08/2006 - 08/2026 |
| Certification, Fellow, American Academy of Dermatology | 08/2006 - Present |
| Licensure, Mississippi Medical License, MS State Board of Medical Licensure | 07/2011 - Present |
| Licensure, Georgia Medical License, Georgia Composite Medical Board | 2007 - 10/2016 |
| Licensure, Texas Medical License, Texas Medical Board | 2006 - 2007 |
| Licensure, New York Medical License, NY State Office of the Professions | 2003 - Present |
| NPI | 07/2006 - Present |
| DEA | 07/2003 - Present |
Honors, Awards, and Recognition
| Faculty Teaching Award, UMMC Dermatology Residency | 2020 |
| Trailblazer Award, UMMC School of Medicine | 2018 |
| Favorite Dermatologist, Mississippi Parents & Kids Magazine | 2017 |
| American Society for Dermatologic Surgery Preceptorship Award, ASDS | 2013 |
| Teaching in Medical Education Certificate, UMMC | 2012 |
| Women's Dermatologic Society Mentorship Award, Women's Dermatologic Society | 2006 |
| Chief Resident, Columbia University Department of Dermatology | 2004 |
| NIH National Research Service Award, NIH | 2001 |
| Presbyterian Church U.S.A. Medical Scholarship, Presbyterian Church U.S.A. | 1998 |