After a lifetime of relentless seizures, James Canfield and his family are finally seeing hope. UMMC recently became the first in the state to offer deep brain stimulation for epilepsy — a treatment that could change his life.
UMMC Holmes County has provided essential care to patients across Lexington and surrounding areas. Behind that care is a team of dedicated staff who treat their neighbors like family and take pride in serving their community.
Documents were sent to the American Nurses Credentialing Center amid cheers from the children’s hospital care team members. Gaining Magnet status brings benefits including higher job satisfaction, improved safety and greater patient satisfaction.
UMMC School of Nursing research into violence is aimed at preventing injuries and deaths and helping the victims of crime. The center is funded by a $5.5 million grant from the National Institutes of Health.
