March 24, 2025 - University of Mississippi Medical Center

“Matching” medical students remember the kindness and skill of those who inspired them to be doctors

Last week, students from the School of Medicine learned where they will train in their chosen specialties as participants in one of the most momentous events of their lives: Match Day 2025. Many began the journey to this milestone years ago because of the thoughtfulness or expertise of a physician. Three of those students share their stories here.

Former cancer patient raises champion hog, more than $30K for Children’s of Mississippi

Iva Lindsey not only is a champion over stage 4 germ cell cancer, but she raised a champion Chester hog and more than $30,000 for Children’s of Mississippi.

Spring blooms bring out allergies, remedies

Spring is in the air in more ways than one for allergy sufferers. Allergy specialists advise help is always a call or click away if store-bought meds aren’t enough to keep symptoms at bay.

Screen time may be taking a toll on your vision

Staring at a computer or phone screen each day for hours on end can take a toll on your vision. Medical Center experts offer several recommendations for relieving the strain on your stressed-out eyes.

Upcoming events

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

UMMC staff receive service recognition

Medical Center leadership is proud to acknowledge those employees who will celebrate service anniversaries during the week of March 24 - 30.