Radiology is an ever-changing field that touches more patients than you might think. Dr. Richard Duszak, the new chair of the Department of Radiology, strives to address the immense health care needs in Mississippi by making his department a destination of choice for patients, residents and faculty alike.

When you’re getting ready for an outpatient or inpatient procedure requiring anesthesia, your medical history can be an important factor. Lourene Davis and her team in the Department of Anesthesiology ask all the right questions, helping to ensure patients’ needs are met and concerns addressed before their procedures.

Just like that peanut butter in your pantry or that fish in your fridge, medicine can go bad. And just like food, medication consumed after its expiration date can pose risks to you, the consumer. Knowing when, and how, to dispose of prescription and non-prescription drugs can keep you safe.

Medical Center faculty and staff often are recognized regionally, nationally and internationally for their academic or medical achievements. These accolades place UMMC among health science centers worldwide.

Several interesting events are scheduled for the upcoming week at the Medical Center.

Medical Center leadership is proud to announce the following additions to its faculty and leadership staff.

Medical Center leadership is proud to acknowledge those employees who will celebrate service anniversaries during the week of September 12 - 18.