When she completed residencies at the Cleveland Clinic and Chicago's Michael Reese Hospital and Medical Center, Dr. Vani Vijayakumar didn't have a mentor. |
![Craftsmanship still holds sway as artistry in medicine Craftsmanship still holds sway as artistry in medicine](/news/Miscellaneous/2017/February/images/Blake-Carr-1.jpg) | In the 21st century, the term “modern medicine” evokes images of physicians and surgeons using laser beams, image-guided robotics and cybernetic implants to enhance the quality and length of life for patients. Yet even the most state-of-the-art technological marvels run a distant second to the time-honored creativity, artistry and ingenuity of the human hand. While the number of practitioners who rely on the latest medical gadgets continues to climb, there remains a robust fraternity of health-care
providers who take pride in the matchless artisanry of the distinct services they offer.
The following stories highlight but a few of the many true craftsmen who have perfected the art of medicine at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.
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Several interesting events are scheduled for the upcoming week at the Medical Center. | ![Visiting lectures, health disparities meeting top busy week Visiting lectures, health disparities meeting top busy week](/news/Miscellaneous/2017/February/images/upcoming-events.jpg) |