The largest fundraiser for Children’s of Mississippi reaches out to listeners of The Radio People stations across the state, asking them to give. Businesses often match donations made during the annual Mississippi Miracles Radiothon, now underway through 7 p.m. Friday. To give, dial (601) 984-KIDS or text BATSON to 51555. |
![SOM alum shines as military battlefield surgeon SOM alum shines as military battlefield surgeon](/news/News_Articles/2018/03/images/manley-bronze-star-800x600.jpg) | As a UMMC resident and military member, Dr. Justin Manley learned many of the skills he would need to save lives on the fly while operating on soldiers and civilians in the war-torn Middle East. The U.S. Air Force has recognized Manley with the Bronze Star for his bravery and heroism. |
Breastfeeding mothers who are UMMC faculty, staff or students have a new location to pump breast milk on the academic side of campus. The Nursing Mothers' Room in the Rowland Medical Library offers comfort, privacy and convenience. | ![New library nook for mothers only New library nook for mothers only](/news/News_Articles/2018/03/images/pumping-room-1-800x600.jpg) |
![MS State Hospital psychiatrist's talk, other invited presentations top upcoming events MS State Hospital psychiatrist's talk, other invited presentations top upcoming events](/news/images/upcoming_events.jpg) | Several interesting events are scheduled for the upcoming weeks at the Medical Center. |
Medical Center leadership is proud to announce the following additions to its faculty and leadership staff. | ![Experienced dental hygienist, physiology assistant professor join UMMC faculty Experienced dental hygienist, physiology assistant professor join UMMC faculty](/news/images/new_faculty.jpg) |
![National radiology organization accredits SHRP department; med students shining MSTARs National radiology organization accredits SHRP department; med students shining MSTARs](/news/images/ummc_distinctions.jpg) | The American College of Radiology accredits a School of Health Related Professions department, while two first-year medical students earn valuable aging research training opportunities. |