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With TEACH Prize win, Katie Barber reaches ‘pinnacle’ of profession

With TEACH Prize win, Katie Barber reaches ‘pinnacle’ of profession

Among the gifted educators celebrated here last week was the winner of the Medical Center’s top teaching award, an advocate for her specialty and a precedent setter for her school.

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Pierce, Andries win UMMC School of Nursing alumni honors

Pierce, Andries win UMMC School of Nursing alumni honors

Heather Pierce, interim director of the Office of Nursing Excellence at UMMC and the School of Nursing’s Alumna of the Year, attributes her successful career to the strong foundation she received from her alma mater. She was honored along with Dr. Chelsey Andries, winner of the 2025 Early Career Achievement Award, during a luncheon Thursday.

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SHRP recognizes Alumnus of the Year, Early Career Achievement award winners

SHRP recognizes Alumnus of the Year, Early Career Achievement award winners

The School of Health Related Professions has named Dr. Kristi Moore as its 2025 Alumnus of the Year and Dr. Luke Bynum as its Early Achievement Award winner.

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#2025UMMCGrad: PhD student focuses on the interconnectedness of the body

#2025UMMCGrad: PhD student focuses on the interconnectedness of the body

Jordan Mallette’s curiosity about the human body led her to a career in research and education, following in the footsteps of her father Dr. Robert Hester, professor of physiology and biophysics.

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Front and Center: Heather Wise

Front and Center: Heather Wise

At work or on the stage, Heather Wise knows how to stay in step with a fast-moving world. Her career in health care is grounded in connection and a passion for keeping things moving.

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Employee Appreciation Week offers daily goodies

Employee Appreciation Week offers daily goodies

Celebrate yourself and your coworkers over your favorite comfort foods, treats and desserts during Employee Appreciation Week.

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Video: Cancer patient takes the field

Video: Cancer patient takes the field

After completing treatment at Children’s of Mississippi Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders, Walker Mims of Meridian was back to playing his favorite sport – baseball – with the Lamar School’s team.

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Upcoming events

Upcoming events

Several interesting events are scheduled for the upcoming week at the Medical Center.
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UMMC staff receive service recognition

UMMC staff receive service recognition

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

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