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2023
January
Medical Center earns national recognitions
UMMC research, education, health care shine in 2022
UMMC earns redesignation as Baby-Friendly Hospital
New Volunteer Services leader aims to meet patient, staff needs
C. auris fungal infection: what you need to know
In good faith: Chaplains’ personal stories resonate
UMMC expert: Football player’s cardiac arrest spotlights importance of CPR, AEDs, training
UMMC selected as study site for new COPD treatment
Whether with patients, families or fellow employees, Communicate with H.E.A.R.T.
Inaugural Run the Rainbow for Children’s 5K, 10K and Half Marathon is March 18
Poison control calls climb for kids accidentally eating edibles
Smith makes sure help’s on the way
UMMC establishes the Mississippi Burn Center on Jackson campus
Balance is best when it comes to fighting obesity in children, UMMC experts say
The Mississippi Burn Center at UMMC: ‘We’re the natural place for this’
Women’s heart health in February spotlight
UMMC’s online MSN program rises to 33rd in the country in U.S. News & World Report list
Food insecurity drives food choices, affects mental, physical wellness
Whitlock, Boteler shine as School of Dentistry honorees
Compretta juggles multiple grants, projects aimed at addressing health equity
Sanderson Farms Championship host organization donates $1M to benefit Children’s of Mississippi
February
Smiles polished up for vets during Dental Mission Week
Front and Center: Dr. Kathleen Yee and Dr. Audra Schaefer
Burns can be complex – and more so with other traumatic injuries
2023 Champion Kingston Murriel’s care began before birth at Children’s of Mississippi
O’Donnells make $1.5 million commitment to renovations of Children’s of Mississippi Batson Tower
New cameras a first step toward next-level crime prevention at UMMC, police say
‘We know there aren’t enough doctors’: Forum addresses rural shortage
State sees dramatic increase in congenital syphilis cases
$1M gift from Friends of Children’s Hospital creates Evans Chair of Pediatric Neurology
Pain management clinic new addition to Sanderson Tower
Front and Center: Hanna Broome
Ladner family welcomes quintuplets at UMMC
Video and Photos: Mardi Gras at Children’s of Mississippi
Front and Center: Tequila Bell
Children’s of Mississippi patients, families share stories during Mississippi Miracles Radiothon
Heart device adds years, improves quality of life
March
Students stirred to learn more about ‘the origin of everything’
Employee engagement takes next steps with focus groups
Educators ponder art, connect across schools during trip to museum
Week of activities celebrates patient safety
Mississippi Miracles Radiothon inspires over $400,000 in donations
New study examines impact of race on chronic pain disparities
Dental providers assess for oral health – and signs of sleep disorders
Bienvenidos a Dia Hispano: Welcome to Hispanic Day
Children’s developmental screenings rise at end of five-year UMMC-MSU collaboration
Front and Center: Reagan Moak
Tummy troubles and more are focus of Children’s of Mississippi gastroenterology clinic
Front and Center: Dr. Elliot Varney
Children’s of Mississippi home to ACPA-certified craniofacial care team
Photo gallery: More than 870 ‘Run the Rainbow’ Saturday
Women in law enforcement highlights conference at UMMC
On Match Day, students remember those who helped get them there
Graduate student REACHes back, pays it forward by teaching
See, Test & Treat: Powerful preventative and educational tool to combat cancer
‘That’s what we do in Mississippi’: Medical Center responds to tornado
Mobile field hospital deploys to storm-ravaged Rolling Fork
April
Front and Center: Kenya Woods
Updated clinic providing compassionate care for HIV patients
New center to study genetic origins of diseases, innovative treatment
‘Beacon for aspiring physicians’ earns top educator award
UMMC fills neurology gap with first-time inpatient telehealth evaluations
Pediatric cancer, blood treatments move temporarily to Wiser to make room for renovations
SON Research Day studies influence patient care
Robotic device helps straighten bone in pediatric first for Mississippi
#UMMCGrad2023: ‘Dynamic duo’ in PT caps off busy semester with wedding in June
UMMC designated as a Mississippi Burn Center by state Department of Health
Donate Life Day celebrates gift of organ donation
The invisible smile: As radio show host, Kency gives voice to her passion
SHRP recognizes Alumnus of the Year, Early Career Achievement award winners
#UMMCGrad2023 Maria Jones-Muhammad: Homegrown neuroscientist in training
Lampkin becomes dental trailblazer
Medical Center faculty, staff shine in their professions
SOPH holds Inaugural Research Day
UMMC Biobank, clinical pharmacy specialist receive kudos
#UMMCGrad2023: School of Nursing graduate’s career to start in familiar place
The Power of Praise: Matemavi delivers Last Lecture
UMMC seeks participants for immunity supplement study
Families, caregivers enjoy inaugural Plastic Surgery Family Fun Day
'Roll call of heroes' honors body donors at UMMC
May
One home, four to grow: Ladner babies thriving at UMMC
UMMC awarded NIH funding to help improve newborn health outcomes
Ceremony honors the gift that “speaks a thousand words”
#UMMCGrad2023: Intersection of pharmacy, policy focus of School of Pharmacy graduate
‘You chose to stay at UMMC, and that speaks volumes’
In their own words: ED caregivers explain why they stayed, what kept them strong, during pandemic
Photos: Mississippi State baseball a hit with young patients
A legacy of patience and humility: Endowed chair named for Rodney and Sara Meeks
#UMMCGrad2023: She looked into her heart and saw a doctor’s life there
UMMC fills OB-GYN care gap in Delta
Free summer program gives students telemedicine access
Nursing Alumna of Year serving ‘nation’s heroes’ as VA leader
Mortality rates increasing in patients with diabetes and cardiovascular disease
UMMC PD helps carry the torch for Special Olympics
#UMMCGrad2023: Patient care a passion for dental hygiene grad
Teaching, quality improvement and research among new anesthesiology chair’s passions
#UMMCGrad2023: Residency, then private practice in Casey Park’s future
‘Science mom,’ ‘superb mentor,’ Alexander secures ace educator award
Medical Center employees lauded on state, national levels
SEARCH for jobs, acceptance pays off with work after finishing growing program
Friends of Children’s Hospital leader Sidney P. Allen remembered with child life fund
#UMMCGrad2023: Late bloomer finds his way following three loves
Study: Babies with opioid addiction go home earlier with family-focused approach
Q3 grants and awards surpass $20.8 million
UMMC celebrates 900-plus May 2023 graduates across six health sciences schools
The proof is in the moms and newborns: STORK is saving lives
Photos: Capturing memories of the Class of 2023
Medical Center students, faculty shine on state, national levels
June
Mother’s dream of a nursing career inspires endowed nursing scholarship at UMMC
JFC sees the need to care for patients with vision challenges
Unique inpatient program captures patients’ seizures to speed diagnosis
Medical Center’s cardiothoracic surgery nets honor
Faculty, staff shine in professional organizations
The Organ Trail: In the beginning, there was the lung
Front and Center: Shannon Strong
Summer school for these kids means lessons in dentistry
UMMC researchers help map gut health in children
School of Nursing preparing for June 28 groundbreaking, construction of new facility
Front and Center: Marci Craft
Medical Center achieves top designation for stroke care
Front and Center: Vishal Balaji
Simulation transformation: Virtual reality tool is classroom-ready
Griggs recognized for decades of dental materials research
400 and counting: UMMC’s liver transplant program continues to shine
Granger retires after 33 years at UMMC
State, UMMC leaders break ground on new School of Nursing
July
Garner ready to pitch perfect programs as new SHRP dean
Front and Center: Tommeka Mason
MIND Center receives $1 million endowed professorship
Front and Center: Corley Henderson
Alert U upgrades at UMMC aimed at beefing up personal safety
Dr. Rodney Rocconi: Ole Miss alumnus returns home to lead call to arms to improve cancer care
Employee Engagement Survey results inspire change at UMMC
Early supporter of Children’s cancer center makes $1M donation toward renovations
GivePulse offers new way to grow volunteering at UMMC
Front and Center: Trenda McGinnis
Hearing aids slow cognitive decline in older adults with hearing loss and risk for dementia
Front and Center: Austin Toler
MSU interns work with mentors to design biomedical solutions
C Spire Foundation, Creekmore family donates $1 million to Children’s of Mississippi
Researchers recruit study participants for treatment of long COVID
Simulations with UMMC Police give nursing students experience in de-escalating conflict
Double transplant patient “blessed” by historical organ transport service
They ‘made our profession better’: Hall of Fame pays homage to distinguished physicians
August
2022-2023 UMMC Promotions and Tenure
Children’s of Mississippi patients calmed by VR voyages
Dobbs serves on national committee making recommendations on health equity
Asylum Hill Field School students seize opportunity ‘at a scale rarely seen’
P&W Financial Group Announces a $2 Million Planned Donation
Front and Center: Drashti Upadhyay
Care for spina bifida patients close to home at Children’s of Mississippi
Revolution evolution: Coming curriculum model breaks century-old mold
Murphy takes the reins as dean of Graduate School
Front and Center: Lauren Winters
Newborn care at UMMC includes new lactation clinic
Medical Center staff reap honors
UMMC experts: take precautions during heat wave
Lecturer Kirch champions openness, sharing, support when burnout and health care collide
Patient battling puzzling disease has message for fellow sufferers
BankPlus program adds up to more than $4M for Children’s of Mississippi
September
‘Good things happen to good people’: Ladner rises to department chair
Procedure makes food fun again for patients with rare esophageal condition
Rising COVID-19 cases signal need for caution
FREEDOM: Researchers study impact of food delivery, coaching, telemonitoring on diabetes
Bidwell strives to be a servant leader for research mission
Read-a-thon looks to boost development of babies in neonatal intensive care
Study: A statin a day reduces cardiovascular disease in HIV patients
Medical Center staff reap honors
A gun, a dog, death and redemption – Matt Branch’s story has it all
Making data work for all among top goals of new DIS hire
UMMC School of Nursing adding traditional BSN to Ole Miss campus in 2024
Medical Center staff reap state, national honors
Photos: Sanderson Farms Championship winner swings by Children’s of Mississippi
Front and Center: Benson Hill
Flu shots in full swing
Research enterprise surpasses $96M in funds
October
PICU wins Beacon Award for Excellence from American Association of Critical-Care Nurses
SOPH advances research agenda with ‘explosive growth’
Take steps to stop RSV’s spread in wake of drug shortage
UMMC neurosurgery care available at Hattiesburg Clinic
Brain pacemaker for epilepsy: first-of-its-kind epilepsy surgery in Mississippi shows success
Photos: Children’s of Mississippi patients get visit from rodeo royalty
Photos: Halloween is all treats at UMMC
Graduate School honors two distinguished alumni for first time
OB-GYN integrates nurse-midwifery into maternal health care
CHAMP for Moms addressing new mothers’ mental health challenges
$5M hand surgery gift creating the Jabaley-Songcharoen Center, Songcharoen Chair at UMMC
Partnership boosts early childhood development with books
UMMC staff gain state, national honors
Fall Severe Weather Preparedness Week signals time to stock up, check supplies
UMMC faculty, programs in national spotlight
Front and Center: David Barrett
Audiology student relishes ‘full circle’ moment after childhood hearing loss
Front and Center: Gabrielle “Gabi” Morris
Photos: Sanderson Farms Championship a win for Children’s of Mississippi
November
Children’s of Mississippi Annual Holiday Giving Drive is Dec. 13-15
Physician-scientist returns to UMMC pipeline
Rich history, bright future: UMMC School of Nursing celebrates 75th anniversary
For the record: National Archives spurs online medical history project
The Marshall plan: A stronger partnership between community, academic allergists is new ACAAI president’s goal
UMMC surgeons conduct the first single port robot-assisted surgeries in the state
NIH grants account for more than half of all research funding at UMMC
2024 Run the Rainbow for Children’s adds marathon
AAP honors Benton for outstanding service to maltreated children
UMMC earns B ranking from Leapfrog
UMMC PD puts Law on its side
Front and Center: John Rushing and Martha Claire Thomas
Go figure: Overall enrollment is up again
Photos: Children’s of Mississippi shines on the runway
Unprecedented UMMC Kidney Swap: A Lifesaving Exchange of Donors Gives Two Patients a Second Chance at Life
UMMC Grenada earns an A hospital safety grade from Leapfrog
Hogs for the Cause announces $1.5M gift for new oncology space at Children’s of Mississippi
2022
January
UMMC makes strides in 2021 despite pandemic
UMMC students, faculty lauded for scholarship, research
UMMC pediatric experts encourage masks, vaccinations for safe in-person learning
Omicron and Delta variants: What do we know?
Majority of children hospitalized with COVID-19 are unvaccinated
Omicron surge creates unprecedented staff shortages as hospitalizations rise
Q2 grants and awards bring $27 million to UMMC
Front and Center: Elizabeth Wicks
Carson takes helm at Jackson Heart Study
Unvaccinated kids bear brunt of COVID-19, studies show
2022 Accelerated BSN enrollment ties 2021 record
From COVID-19 variant to variant, critical care providers fight to save lives
UMMC awarded $3M grant to address employee stress, burnout from COVID-19
Century Club Charities breaks record with Children's donation
Holt honored with Nurse Practitioner Award for Excellence
2022 Children's Miracle Network Hospitals Champion: Nolee Jones of Pearl
Front and Center: Keisha Prestwood
Team care propels UMMC liver transplant program to national honor
February
For adults with sickle cell, new clinic relieves pain of neglect
School of Dentistry alums shine in their community and profession
‘Care’ has double meaning during Dental Mission Week
Front and Center: Driscoll DeVaul
Front and Center: Juanyce Taylor
Front and Center: Jasmine and Fred Kency
Hal’s St. Paddy’s Parade & Festival returns March 26 after COVID hiatus
Front and Center: LaDonna Northington
Road trip: UMMC schools unite to draw more students to health care careers
Front and Center: Loretta Jackson-Williams
Medical Center employees reap honors
Jackson Free Clinic marks two decades of ‘wellness magic’
Preparation is key to whether you will weather severe storm
Front and Center: Jan Williams
Front and Center: Candie Simmons
Front and Center: Benita Spann
Front and Center: Charles Patton
COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy protects babies, research finds
Front and Center: Da’Varius Jackson
Patient safety topic of Children’s of Mississippi’s first hospital-wide stand-down
$17.6M grant expanding UMMC telehealth to more Mississippi students
‘Life-changing’ scholarships awarded to future doctors committed to rural health care
Front and Center: Denise Cornelius
UMMC faculty, SON reap honors
Front and Center: Mark Gilbert
Front and Center: Kimberlee Daniels
Front and Center: Alexcia Carr
RECOVER explores Long COVID
Front and Center: Miracle Buckley
Front and Center: Kisa Harris
Front and Center: Black Representation in Medicine
Front and Center: Student National Dental Association
Photos: Mardi Gras festivities bring bling to Children's of Mississippi
Larger catheterization lab serving the smallest patients at Children’s of Mississippi
Mississippi Miracles Radiothon, March 2-4, provides Children’s of Mississippi with equipment, extras
Cherry drives nursing excellence through visionary leadership
Front and Center: Mary Carr
Front and Center: De’jai Nichols
March
AAP immediate past president: Bring strengths together to help families post-pandemic
SOD students show prowess at annual Research Day
UMMC could be removed from Blue Cross insurance network effective April 1
Mississippi Miracles Radiothon raises $441,544 to ‘power Children’s of Mississippi’
Diversity, equity, inclusion: it’s part of the culture
Blue vests are back: New and seasoned volunteers return, ready to serve
Front and Center: Stacy Vance
Practice patient safety every time, all the time
UMMC launches state’s only genetic testing advancement
An extraordinary admission: 50 years ago, Mississippi native perseveres to become medical school’s first Black graduate
UMMC faculty, students gather kudos
Front and Center: Dr. Osman Athar
Children's urgent care offers extended hours close to home
Norris honored with Meritorious Service Award for “invaluable” accreditation leadership
Two-plus years later, UMMC remains leader in COVID-19 response
Loved ones help medical students ‘re-center’ on mind-boggling Match Day
How to answer children’s questions about war: UMMC experts weigh in
Ricks lauded for service, passion for community health
Preventative COVID-19 drug could help more Mississippians
Rockhold earns SEC Faculty Achievement Award
‘Trusted colleague,’ ‘wise counsel’ retires from role in academic affairs
April is Matching Month for Campaign for Children’s of Mississippi
April
State’s only academic medical center, and providers, dropped from BCBS network
McElmurray reaps national health care executive honor
Study finds higher COVID-19 death rates for American Indians
Nursing Research Day symbol of increased nursing research at UMMC
Front and Center: Dr. Tawana Tucker
Is whole blood best for severely bleeding trauma victims? Study aims to find out
Faculty, staff, SON collect honors
Faculty satisfaction survey: UMMC shines in collegiality, diversity, governance
SHRP recognizes Alumnus of the Year, Early Career Achievement
#UMMCGrad2022: Disability brings understanding, School of Nursing graduate finds
Q3 grants and awards top $22 million
New Children’s of Mississippi concussion clinic offers follow-up care quickly
#UMMCGrad2022: ‘Renaissance man’ trains talents on career in medicine
Message to new SOD graduates: Patients, not you, wear the crown
Left, right, repeat: UMMC celebrates National Walking Day
Front and Center: Tiara Love
Transplant, bone marrow, Children’s perioperative receive kudos
Junior League of Jackson gives $500,000 for cancer center renovation
#UMMCGrad2022: Double-doctor has heart for science, medicine, service
Breathing new life into health care diversity: Choctaw students recruited at UMMC
Photos: Universities team up to cheer on Children’s
UMMC and UnitedHealthcare agree to new multi-year relationship
May
Front and Center: Lauren Burch
Service commemorates ‘nobility, courage’ of ‘first and most important patients’
#UMMCGrad2022: Road to SOD paved with hard work
Students, faculty, staff shine in research, leadership
Last Lecture 2022: A lucky guy finds his ikigai
Enjoy Employee Appreciation Week – you deserve it!
Experts weigh in on U.S. baby formula shortage
Medical Center schools, faculty, staff shine
Photos: World Hand Hygiene Day highlights importance of good hand habits
UMMC nursing alumna to provide care in Ukraine
#UMMCGrad2022: Former attorney leaves staff position to pursue love of science
Innovative dental scan helps providers find root of problem
Schoolhouse docs: Health policy fellows learn legislative process
#UMMCGrad2022: Boosting patients’ health literacy goal of School of Pharmacy graduate
Officers picked for pilot behavioral intervention program named Top Cops
Brown catches 2022 Regions TEACH Prize
For ‘heart babies,’ care from Children’s of Mississippi begins in the womb
SON alums shine as change leaders, health care innovators
UMMC employees - we appreciate you!
‘Life-changing’ MSN courses begin May 31 for UMMC Bower scholars
Employee engagement survey launches today to measure satisfaction, create initiatives
UMMCGrad2022: SOPH’s first PhD recipients shine
SEARCH-ing for the perfect job – and landing it
UMMC nurses, orthopaedic surgery resident reap honors
SHRP Dean retires to accept dream job: full-time grandmother of six
Front and Center: Kimberlee King
UMMC celebrates 959 May 2022 graduates across six health sciences schools
Formula supply expected to increase, UMMC experts say
Photo Gallery: Graduates smile after reaching educational milestone
June
Front and Center: Karla Dukes
Healthy habits help preserve brain health, despite genetics
Custom-fitted 3D stent gives patients route to easier breathing
Sanderson Tower’s Mississippi mosaic made from thousands of drawings
Rarely used procedure promising tool for patients with abdominal cancer
Photos: Philanthropists celebrate historic achievement
Study aims to improve health for All of Us
New assignment for last ‘Flying Quartet’ member: retirement
Take precautions when temps are too hot to handle
UMMC Police intervene, investigate for victimized patients
Their markers didn’t last, but their stories will, says new Asylum Hill scholar
Pullen Chair Collier ‘standing on the shoulders of a giant’ in fight against cancer
Photos: Farmer’s Market a crowd pleaser
Front and Center: Nakita Sherron
Stroke program, students, faculty recognized
July
2021-2022 UMMC Promotions and Tenure
Study urges careful use of kidney calculations
Employees, students explore benefits of mindfulness meditation, gratitude journaling
UMMC’s landmark 3,000th transplant: Only child gives mom a kidney
Photos: UMMC’s landmark 3,000th transplant
Front and Center: Rubie Frazier
Internship “opens eyes” of students to the disease that racked their families
Batson Kids Clinic now offers COVID-19 vaccinations for children 6 months and older
McCardle goes from pediatric patient to nurse colleague
UMMC faculty members gather kudos
COVID still lurks; keep your guard up
‘The best day of my life’: Rural-focused outreach captivates the future hope of health care
Students find out if they’re SURE about research careers
No Kidding: Laughs 4 Life raising funds for child life space at children’s hospital
Medical Center faculty, staff reap recognitions
Cervical or breast cancer? See, Test and Treat!
Front and Center: Rose Williams
August
UMMC experts explain rare bacterium discovered on Mississippi Gulf Coast
Ever-inspiring and ‘never forgotten’: Physicians swell honor roll of Medical Center elite
Center for Telehealth, School of Nursing team up for school-based telehealth training
STORK training critical when lives of moms, babies in jeopardy
When stocking UMMC’s shelves, Supply Chain shines
Hanberry family ‘Giving Grace’ by matching gifts to Children’s Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders
Woodward’s influence on medical education grows, as does Mississippi’s
Patient safety efforts improving, but journey continues
Room to Grow: Children's expansion gives NICU babies space for therapy
Police behavior response team brings added security, calming presence to hospital
Education, information at fingertips for children’s hospital families thanks to MyChart Bedside
Feeling tense? Try a re-frame of mind
Columbus connection, need for neurologists result in Gilbert-Willis Chair at UMMC
For patients and trainees alike, rural dermatology clinic has their back
Children’s Heart Center one of select few to access newly approved heart valve
Photos: UMMC students one step closer to health sciences careers
See, Test and Treat provides free cancer screenings for 60 women
Note to former NFL players: Don’t “pass” on regular health checks
UMMC faculty members receive kudos
Dr. Phyllis Bishop awarded Parker Chair of Pediatric Gastroenterology
Children’s of Mississippi seeing rise in RSV cases
Front and Center: Shannon Farmer
UMMC research dollars on upward trend
A study in wax: SOD first-years get early lessons
Public statement - City of Jackson water impact on UMMC
September
UMMC honors police, security, emergency responders with ‘Blessing of the Badges’
Lorna Kernizan joins Children’s of Mississippi as COO
‘Endless possibilities’: In academic affairs, Rodgers revels in new role
Front and Center: Lauren Thames
Photos: UMMC honors police, security, emergency responders with ‘Blessing of the Badges’
UMMC listed among best employers in Mississippi
UMMC faculty lauded for achievements
Duszak: Ride the radiology technology wave to advance patient care
POTU: Lourene Davis
Sam Burns Children's of MS visit
Give it a shot: Flu vaccines make fall appearance
UMMC Wellness: Eating Healthy
Photos: Pro golfer Sam Burns visits Children’s of Mississippi
Education research: That’s their department
Friday football injury? UMMC clinic offers swift care
Nursing white coat ceremony clinical education rite of passage
Dobbs takes helm of Population Health, determined to make a healthier state
Front and Center: Najhawan Billingsley
Children’s, faculty, students shine
When considering OTC hearing aids, be an informed consumer
School of Nursing tops Mississippi rankings by U.S. News & World Report
“Lung Cancer Hero” credits team for national award
UMMC Responds to Need, Will Offer Burn Care
PGA golfer, Children’s of Mississippi patient bond on the Sanderson Farms Championship fairway
October
Front and Center: Scott Berry
Progress mounts on Asylum Hill
Dr. Leigh Holley protecting public through Accelerated BSN program
Employee Engagement Survey results are in
Granger strives to strengthen pipeline of research talent, research infrastructure
$3M gift creates Morris Center for Cleft and Craniofacial Research and Innovation
‘He saw something in me’: NP shifts to MD in the making
Violence research focus of $7.5M grants to School of Nursing
Consult provider, don’t panic about lump in breast
Trading punches with Parkinson's: Retired surgeon writes a new legacy with fists and pen
UMMC faculty, staff gather accolades
SOD pilot program a culture change for patient needs
New pediatric neurologists hail from Oak Grove, School of Medicine Class of 2015
Phase 1 cancer trials offer UMMC patients critical treatment options
Detect lung cancer early with proactive screening
Medical Center wellness programs lauded with Joy in Medicine award
IORT surgery: Eliminate cancer, spare healthy tissue
UMMC faculty, staff reap kudos
Photos: UMMC’s Halloween celebrations
Grant to boost statewide treatment for drug, alcohol addictions
Edney speaks on access to care, infant mortality in lecture
November
Significant renovations coming for Children’s of Mississippi’s Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders
UMMC staff earn kudos
Serial numbers: Enrollment pattern is unbroken, thanks to another bounce
UMMC Wellness: Attitude of Gratitude
Dr. Kim Hoover: Graduate Studies Distinguished Alumna of the Year
UMMC nursing leaders collaborate for excellence in care, nursing education
College World Series-winning Ole Miss baseball team a hit with Children’s of Mississippi patients
Screen time: Health checks meant for those ‘who need it the most’
New pediatric neurologists hail from Oak Grove, School of Medicine Class of 2015
SPRINT participants fail to sustain long-term reductions in high blood pressure post study
Medical Center faculty honored by state, national organizations
School of Nursing partners with Mississippi State for dual-degree program
Leading with Love: Psychologist finds kids at the heart of her calling
Photos: Thanksgiving Parade brings smiles to Children’s of Mississippi patients
‘An amazing day’: Pre-Med students flock to UMMC event at JSU
Mindful eating based on awareness of what your body needs
LaMarca transforms pharmacology department through teambuilding, collaboration
Holiday giving week at Children’s of Mississippi is Dec. 12-16 at Sanderson Tower
December
Project ADAM provides Mississippi Schools for the Deaf and Blind with lifesaving training
New living space at UMMC Grenada a boon to medical students on rotation
School of Nursing among 10 best for men, according to American Association for Men in Nursing
Dental hygiene at UMMC turns 50
Q1 awards and grants reach nearly $30 million
Photos: Winter Wonderland enchants Children’s of Mississippi patients
‘Pioneering’ breast cancer research yields more dollars in race for treatment, solutions
Photos: Friends of Children’s Hospital events light tree, delight patients
Excellence Awards honors top researchers’ successful funding
UMMC, BCBSMS Reach Agreement
AAMC award nominations now open through Jan. 13
Resilience in Stressful Events helps avert caregiver burnout, stress
UMMC programs, Medical Center faculty members shine
When accreditation’s on the line, Judy Flynt leads the charge
Medical students turn Santa’s helpers for Children’s Safe Center
Photos: Happy Holidays at The U
Celebrating its 30th anniversary, BMT at UMMC is nationally recognized
Leader of clinical improvement journey retires, but the trip’s not over
2021
News Articles
January
Pandemic brings perseverance, praise-worthy patient care
Scholars program uncovers mystery behind MLS profession
Award lets researchers escalate war on ‘disease that whispers’
Coggins' gift bolsters Children's cancer, blood disorders renovation
Meet two new (robot) staffers in UMMC's COVID-19 testing lab
Indianola mother, baby now home after long COVID-19 battle
Century Club Charities breaks record with Children's donation
Even during pandemic, UMMC Research hits record heights
UMMC's largest Accelerated BSN class answers nursing's call
MIND Center, Alzheimer's MS: 'new chapter' in dementia fight
Federal award allows UMMC to reach more telehealth patients
Study: Diabetes, COVID-19 combo riskier for Blacks, Hispanics
Front and Center: Tara Madison
AACN honors D.N.P. director; Former ob-gyn prof leads school
February
DIS scheduling system champions COVID-19 vaccines
Dental care can be critical for kids with complex conditions
Black pastors, docs strive to dispel COVID-19 vaccine doubts
Veterans served their country; now, UMMC's SOD serves them
Front and Center: Doug Craft
Growing Excitement: Campaign for Children's of Mississippi grows toward $100 million goal
UMMC's congenital heart warriors spring from all ages, sizes
UP's Merit Health Madison presence real 'win-win' for patients
COVID-19-linked brain disorder compels victim to tell his story
20th MS Miracles Radiothon to safely broadcast March 3-5
New heart, new life: Transplant saves man from death's edge
Jackson Free Clinic dental services now have more 'teeth'
Front and Center: Vani Vijayakumar
UMMC gets Huntington's designation; chef earns culinary kudo
March
UMMC study: COVID-19 more prevalent in children than thought
The seasonal flu was all but MIA this season. Here’s why
Chain reaction: Living donors speed up transplant process
Make no mistake, culture of safety means zero patient harm
MS Miracles Radiothon airs inspiration, tops last year’s total
Experts solve MIS-C mysteries through clinical care, research
Second chance at life: Surgeons rebuild cancer patient’s jaw
No ‘Idol’ boast – medical student wins Golden Ticket to Hollywood
Fulbright scholar chooses UMMC Microbiology for fellowship
Match Day 2021 ends medical students’ ‘nerve-racking’ wait
Homeless patient care focus of UMMC students' lesson
Facial reanimation surgery offers something to smile about
Front and Center: Hieu Vuong
ASRT honors MRI program; SOD students earn research prizes
Nelson Order reveals TEACH finalists; Gov. fetes CAY leader
April
Allison Foundation gift nurtures nurses, patients' resilience
Dentures crafted by SOD students something to smile about
Front and Center: Melody Longino
Horne reaps kudos for classroom ingenuity, problem-solving
Twice as Bright doubles April gifts to Children's campaign
Viral reflections: Alumni unravel pandemic's impact on them
JFC gives vulnerable patients shot at COVID-19 vaccine
Front and Center: Amanda McCullough
Bower Foundation grant funds UMMC-trained nurse educators
Groceries aren’t only 'shot in the arm' offered by EversCare
Bennett’s ‘Last Lecture’ gives final word on caring physician
Medical visionary Dr. Blair E. Batson: Pioneer advances Mississippi pediatric care in 20th Century
GWIMS honors supporters; grad student earns fellowship
May
UMMC Grenada cancer services offer options closer to home
New grant makes real IMPACT on state's rural primary care
Leaders in philanthropy: Concern for children’s health care at heart of couple’s giving
Haven't received the COVID-19 vaccine? Here’s why you should
Hip hip hooray! Employee Appreciation Week salutes workers
#UMMCGrad2021: Asthma, COPD research in AstraZeneca fellowship ahead for pharmacy graduate
#UMMCGrad2021: SOD grad has new assignment: Treating patients in the Navy
ACOG taps ob-gyn chair to lead national women’s health org
ICU recovery clinic speeds patients’ physical, emotional healing
Front and Center: Sonia Simpson
UMMC experts: COVID-19 shots good for children 12 and older
Interns SEARCH-ing for jobs learn new skills at UMMC
#UMMCGrad2021: Biostatistics student on Quest for excellence
#UMMCGrad2021: Critical care at heart for SON graduate
Ceremony honors teaching 'powerhouse,' UMMC educators
Memorial honors those who gifted their bodies to science
#UMMCGrad2021: SOM grad’s heart for children shaped by faces of pain
#UMMCGrad2021: Record-keeper to tassel-turner: Registrar secures DHA in hand
Gynecological teaching associates key part of medical ed
#UMMCGrad2021: Innovation abounds for SGSHS graduate
The Power of Play: ‘Work of childhood’ key to coping, care
UMMC graduates persevere despite pandemic-driven disruptions
Professor of medicine, trauma services director, professor emeritus earn accolades
June
Endocrinology director, pharm tech, IM residents garner awards
Diversity Champions' projects spur institutional change
Iron Kids blends fitness, food and fun to build healthy habits
Front and Center: Dr. Savannah Duckworth
Girl Scouts sew up Bronze Awards with NICU quilting project
SON Alum of the Year: Nurses called to meet challenges of tomorrow
Scan-tastic: Pediatric imaging at Children’s of Mississippi makes CTs and MRIs child-friendly
From visitor to student to faculty, SHRP alum comes full circle
UP physician practice at UMMC gains new leadership
Millions in state funds buoy quest to honor former asylum patients
UMMC's TAVR procedure prowess gets national accolade
‘You Give It, We Bring It’ seeks blood donations to boost supplies in rural MS
Distinguished faculty earn title named for medical school savior
Creative works in Sanderson tower offer inspiration, comfort
Sky’s the limit for SHRP’s first OTD graduates
Front and Center: Dashunda Bunton Bailey
SOD development funds honor faculty, community dentists
UMMC scientists are seq-ing variants to fight COVID-19
July
CHPE head aces certification; dermatology chair garners humanitarian award
Final component makes Workday count for UMMC students
Peds prof emeritus, ob-gyn fellow earn distinctions
Hurricane on the horizon? MCES, AirCare stand ready
SON associate dean receives academic leadership laurels
Children’s campaign gets boost from $1M The First gift
UMMC accelerates drive for diversity in health care careers
Cold platelets vs. room temp – which stops blood loss better?
New dean’s experience, expectations to shape SOD's future
Q&A: Dr. Anderson Collier
COVID-19 vaccination policy puts patients, families' safety first
SOD honors alums for dedication, passion for teaching
Experts debunk misinformation about vaccine, pregnancy
Phronesis Award recognizes SOM assoc. dean's faculty support
UMMC experts now offer neonatal intensive care at NMMC
Pediatric Research Day showcases work of PReCEP scholars
Nasal antiviral response could determine COVID-19 severity
UPSTART symposium shines spotlight on student research
August
AHA council pays tribute to biology chair’s HTN research excellence
MSU's CWS trophy takes Children's of Mississippi victory lap
During pandemic, UMMC pediatric specialists also fight RSV
Pregnancy and COVID-19: ‘It doesn’t have to be this way’
Unvaccinated Mississippians driving hospitals, front-line caregivers to breaking point
Blood tests may show dementia risk decades before symptoms appear
Minimally invasive procedure repairs brain aneurysms at high risk of bursting
Lanier clinic, School of Nursing win 2021 Governor’s Awards
National physiological society honors UMMC physiology prof
Field hospital for COVID-19 patients comes as UMMC sets records for virus numbers
Field hospital set to ease strain amid record-breaking COVID-19 surge
‘It’s unrelenting’: Rising pediatric COVID-19 cases stress full children’s hospital
Delta resurgence reignites COVID-19 research
ED patient crush logjams health system
The Battle of the Surge: Photographic Story of UMMC and the Rise of COVID-19
Seven schools and six ways from Sunday: Students, faculty brazen out COVID surge
UMMC to start monoclonal antibody clinic Tuesday
Samaritan’s Purse sets up COVID-19 field hospital at UMMC
Samaritan’s Purse COVID-19 field hospital to open Wednesday
More COVID-related pediatric hospitalizations to come, UMMC experts warn
Jackson Heart Study begins Exam 4
How monoclonal antibodies fight COVID-19
Mississippians living with HIV gain transplant options close to home
Ivermectin cures parasites in cows, not COVID-19 in humans
People of the U: Jay Ferchaud
Children’s of Mississippi treatment for clubfoot starts before birth
UMMC’s April-June grants, awards surpass $35 million
Monitoring diabetes patients remotely key to better disease management
UMMC employees lauded with Spero Awards
September
Telehealth connects families, ICU patients in Samaritan’s Purse field hospital
Hours extended for monoclonal antibodies treatment for mild to moderate COVID-19
UMMC's Wiser Hospital, Stroke Center garner recognition
Medical leader Dr. Ian Hoppe named Surgeon-in-chief at Children’s of Mississippi
They’ve been framed: Medical students expose artistic side
Front and Center: Paul Sabbatini
Koller recognized with women’s surgery honor
Paradis continues trailblazing career as first female UMMC police chief, executive director of public safety
Brodell tapped to lead American Dermatological Association
Front and Center: Shukundala "Connie" Champion
Jackson Heart Study announces new director
Bowing out of bias: Project aims to foster trust in doctors
Children’s of Mississippi team removes tumor hidden in Gulfport child’s heart
Diabetes drug shows promise as heart failure treatment
School of Nursing graduate Patricia Dyre Kimble gives back by planning $1M gift
UMMC research breaks funding record
Psychiatry can match drugs to DNA for made-to-measure treatments
October
It’s been 50 years since the Medical Center’s Broadway debut
eCV Readership Survey: Last chance to let your voice be heard
UMMC faculty, staff earn kudos
Children’s of Mississippi launches clinic for MIS-C patients
Applications to schools amount to a ‘small miracle’
UMMC brings medical services to JSU athletes in new partnership
Alumni donors bring much-needed perks to SOD
More pediatricians, more specialized care: Children’s of Mississippi, UMMC working to make the special care pediatricians provide more accessible
State’s only nationally certified team collaborates for children’s cleft care
UMMC Grenada takes COVID-19 vaccine on the road
Faculty members, grad student tapped for honors
People of the U: Tammy Vujanovic
The First Year: Kathy and Joe Sanderson Tower to celebrate milestone this fall
UMMC 2 You telehealth urgent care available to all state residents
UMMC earns ACR Breast Imaging Center of Excellence honors
UMMC faculty, academic departments get kudos
Research awards mark faculty, staff funding achievements
Diversity, equity, inclusion: It’s part of the culture at UMMC
November
SGSHS honors two alumni at Research Day
AACN honors UMMC School of Nursing for school-based clinic partnerships
Photos: Halloween happenings sweet at Children’s of Mississippi
1st Quarter Grants and Awards top $31 million
As students’ stresses grow, counseling center services have grown with them
Sanderson Tower celebrates first birthday
ACT Center, CCRI help patients tackle tobacco
Mentor’s lessons resonate with first Chen Chair holder
Children’s of Mississippi’s palliative care program a bronze winner in national competition
UMMC COVID vaccination appointments now available for children 5 to 11
It’s official: 70 percent of eligible Mississippians screened for colorectal cancer by 2020
New Children’s of Mississippi heart surgery leader brings care closer to home
The size is right: Campus enrollment climbs
COVID-19 vaccination offers kids extra layer of protection, pediatricians say
Medical Center employees, students get kudos
Former CMN Champion starts college, musical career
Thanks to thirteen: Medical Center icons enshrined for breadth of accomplishments
UMMC students work together to ‘save world’ in escape room exercise
Experts: Gratefulness is possible, even in a pandemic
Photos: Children’s of Mississippi heralds holidays with Thanksgiving Parade
University Heart offers cardiology screenings at Grants Ferry
New study highlights success of remote patient monitoring
UMMC Police charts new course with series of “firsts”
December
The MIND Center pairs with Santé South for 2022 festival
UMMC faculty, staff earn kudos
Photos: Children’s of Mississippi turns into Winter Wonderland
Holiday wish lists make Children’s of Mississippi giving easy
Front and Center: Dr. Ben Lambert
Q&A: Children’s Heart Center
Omicron’s “surprises” spur scientific interest
Photos: BankPlus Presents Light A Light brightens season at Sanderson Tower
Vaccine, booster still best defenses to both Delta and Omicron variants
Respiratory therapists breathe new life into competitive market
‘Leaving our comfort zone’: JFC goes on the road
Center brings together education, research, clinical care to fight addictions
Photos: Holiday season bright at UMMC
Pediatric mental health care need rises, UMMC researcher finds
2020
News Articles
January
Medical scribe program strives to deliver the write fit
People of the U: Patrick O'Brien
Front and Center: Ophelia Spencer
In 2020, learn to be happy for years to come
Front and Center: Dr. Saurabh Bhardwaj
Taking care of yourself? That can be messy for millennials
If obstructive sleep apnea makes rest elusive, a new device can help
Sanderson Farms Championship host breaks record with $1.3M gift to help Children’s Hospital
New Ph.D. in research program resonates with radiologists
State’s 2020 CMNH Champion keeps the beat with a mended heart
AirCare embarks on collaborative program with new aviation partner
Front and Center: Shauna-Kay Spencer
Patient’s mysterious neurological disease no match for UMMC specialist
Front and Center: Jenny Herron
Managing your weight: UMMC program offers individualized approach
Biobank builds up new leadership, research efforts
After 42 years, Imogene Clark still loyal dental school patient
New UMMC Grenada, Holmes County CEO focuses on quality health care
At 5, Tupelo pediatric specialty clinic shows steady growth
People of the U: Jim Miller
UMMC salutes Barksdales for diversity, inclusion contributions
SOD faculty, student make HEADWAE; UMMC neurologist, neurosurgeon earn 'hero' distinction, two neurology faculty garner editorial positions
February
National, local publications honor CMO, transplant surgery faculty; IHL lists psychiatry faculty among diversity honorees
Nursing alum receives national award for diabetic peds work
Eye care providers can often spot the unexpected during routine exams
SOD faculty, students' weeklong mission: Offer free care to more than 1,000
Front and Center: Caroline Compretta
Mississippi museum brings the arts to adult cancer patients at UMMC
Keeton Chair represents professional pinnacle for pediatric urology chief
Photos: 340 JPS students receive free dental care during Give Kids a Smile
2020 Dental Alumna of the Year passionate about dentistry, community
AARP report: Heart health can lead to brain health
Front and Center: James White
SOPH executive in residence shares population health expertise
M.D./Ph.D. students promote representation with physician scientist event
Front and Center: Mary Geneva Lindsey
Task force targets opioid crisis with information barrage
With state-of-the-art anesthesia machine, everyone’s sleeping better
COVID-19: UMMC experts explain what you need to know about novel coronavirus
Winter illness 101: fever can be key to diagnosis
New adult hospitals CEO continuing UMMC journey to excellence
People of the U: Lacie Matherne
School of Medicine makes good on PROMISE to foster more diversity
Clinical trial partnership unique to state gives Huntington’s patients hope
Front and Center: Jose Lucar Lloveras
COVID-19: Risk in Mississippi low, but experts predict rise in U.S. cases
Pillars Awards recognize diversity leaders; MBJ fetes Children's CEO
March
eCV adopts temporary weekly publishing schedule
Breaking story: For orthopaedic surgery chair, it all falls into place
Children’s of Mississippi patients take to airwaves during radiothon
At last, Jazmyn Shaw is on home ground
Mississippi Thrive!: Most young children need developmental health care
UMMC nurses reflect on nursing's rank as most trusted profession
COVID-19 infection prevention: Employee questions answered
Front and Center: Michelle Crawford
UMMC leaders, infectious disease experts answer COVID-19 questions
In ob-gyn chair’s life and career, it’s always something – worthwhile
Photos: MS Miracles Radiothon raises $441,057 one donation at a time
New name reflects ongoing mission for pediatric hem-onc center
Front and Center: Etoile Patrick
As reported COVID-19 cases increase, UMMC stands ready for action
UMMC leaders detail preparations for care of COVID-19 patients
Medical Center experts offer advice on dealing with COVID-19 stressors
Telehealth app, drive-through collection to speed up COVID-19 testing
Photos: Pictures tell story of COVID-19's impact
COVID-19 and pregnancy: What you should know
Front and Center: Leah Ross
MSDH, UMMC organize mobile testing sites for one day only
UMMC begins in-house testing for COVID-19
UMMC, MSDH to open one-day drive-through COVID-19 testing sites
Community donors bolster Medical Center during COVID-19 response
UMMC students volunteer for ‘army’ fighting novel coronavirus
UMMC, MSDH to open one-day drive-through COVID-19 testing sites in Lauderdale, Adams, Pearl River and Tippah counties
National pathologist organization selects M3 for committee service
Ophthalmology faculty wins 'southern' distinction; MAS honors SOD presentations; dentistry students garner research awards
April
UMMC pandemic expert: Social distancing now will save lives, lessen COVID-19 spread
UMMC experts offer coping tips for children, parents
UMMC calls on community members to help protect health care heroes
Telehealth virtual 'house call' for UMMC patients during pandemic
Emotions come home to roost as Mississippians shelter in place
Medical Center deploys UMMC Reserves to aid in COVID-19 battle
UMMC builds ventilators for COVID-19 pandemic response
Cities in Smith, Webster and Tunica counties set for one-day mobile COVID-19 testing
Mobile field clinic established for patients with non-emergency respiratory illness
Stay home to keep children with medical conditions healthy, experts say
Photos: One mission, one family - UMMC takes on COVID-19
Telehealth technology 'linchpin' of Medical Center’s COVID-19 response
Are random acts of kindness part of your story?
Statewide COVID-19 testing proves instrumental to 'flattening the curve'
Front and Center: Nathalie Jones
UMMC begins COVID-19 clinical trials
Field clinic for respiratory illness opens to public, provider referrals
Self-care crucial while caring for loved ones with dementia
Regions matches donations to UMMC COVID-19 relief up to $50K
In midst of pandemic, UMMC continues taking care of patients
Those at higher COVID-19 complication risk should note these tips
Infectious diseases, prevention team keeps COVID-19 on the run
SEC Faculty Achievement Award recognizes Jones' accomplishments
Life during COVID-19: It's your story to tell
Medical Center teams' focus: Staying connected while apart
Health systems leader earns national CEO distinction; Evers, GWIMS Awards honor educators, admins, faculty clinicians
May
#UMMCGrad2020: Health Sciences duo proud to be UMMC’s first C2C grads
Medical Center credits students’ COVID-19 response – in due course
Leading the charge: Jones, Wilson help steer COVID-19 command team
New facility improves emergency response, communication
COVID-19 isolation good for public health, worrisome for mental health
COVID-19 impacts black communities more heavily, study shows
Humanism chapter receives reward for its golden touch
#UMMCGrad2020: Bailey relies on family, fortitude to prevail
VIDEO: Honoring UMMC's health care heroes, today and always
#UMMCGrad2020: UMMC employee graduates with long-awaited degree
Pilot project becomes mental health CHAMP during pandemic
Health System keeps ship steady despite COVID-19's uncharted waters
#UMMCGrad2020: New SOPH grad to tackle social health disparities
#UMMCGrad2020: Pharmacy grads Fizer, Washington got start at Murrah
#UMMCGrad2020: SGSHS graduate motivates herself, others
Obstacles can't keep UMMC's Class of 2020 from crossing the finish line
#UMMCGrad2020: SOD grad, leader, advocate steps up during crisis
Biomedical Materials Science chair earns top educator honor
UMMC tests 15,000 for COVID-19, expands testing to other groups
Heart failure admissions plummet – is the pandemic to blame?
Robinson to lead CCRI clinical trials program
UMMC ophthalmology faculty named Young Optometrist of the Year; Grad school trio selected for scholars program
June
These heart rhythm experts don’t miss a beat
As COVID-19 numbers grow, so does creative patient placement
SON's evidence-based practice group achieves international affiliation
Front and Center: Kaleigh Reynolds
SOD grant to help remove dental barriers to life-saving care
Nursing students benefit from Mississippi Board of Nursing scholarships
FCC grant gives boost to Center for Telehealth's COVID-19 care
Front and Center: Caroline Murray
Clinical trial tests plasma as possible COVID-19 treatment
Tick, tick, tick – time is short when these arachnids attack
Most cancer drug trials need better design, study shows
Bancroft Fund gifts $1 million to create Bird Discharge Lobby
UMMC places Oxford SON students in Jackson amid pandemic
Front and Center: Corinne Sampson and Alyssa Bradford
OCH Regional Medical Center, UMMC open OCH Cardiology with University Heart
Caring for COVID-19 patients: Teamwork, time make difference
Front and Center: Katie Smith
University Dentists resumes practice with safety in mind
Antibodies and COVID-19: What you should know
AirCare, Anderson Regional Medical Center enhance affiliation
Cardiothoracic surgery staff earn Air Force distinction; ACEP honors emergency med chair's research
July
Patient goes from NICU to pageant winner
Front and Center: Richard Waite
Skin Cancer Center offers expert care for common cancers
Stemming COVID-19: ‘What we are doing now is not working’
Children's experts: Don’t miss peds visits during pandemic
As Mississippians with HIV age, their health risks increase
Front and Center: Val McClora
COVID-19-burdened UMMC braces for tacked-on crises
Caring for COVID-19-positive moms a labor of love
SON's school-based clinics expand behavioral health care
Front and Center: Kim Horn
From STEM to stern, research lab is all-female, all-diverse, all the time
Procedure to ease prostate obstruction improves patients’ quality of life
World-class surgical care helps Hunter Lindsay grasp his potential
Front and Center: Casey Spell
August
Agreement paves way for BCBS MS patients’ AirCare coverage
Few positives mean good news for antibody study
Pandemic sparks classroom flexibility, staff creativity for fall semester
Praise be: Matemavi’s journey fired with passion, purpose
Breathe easier over one less barrier to lung cancer screening
Trustmark contributes $500K for new pediatric expansion
Front and Center: Caleb Zumbro
Children’s of Mississippi: Safety you can rely on
For sickest patients with COVID, struggle for recovery begins with emergency care
Kids are special. Children’s hospitals are, too.
Critical care expertise, experience define the 'C' in ICU
New Interventional Radiology Suite offers state-of-the-art care
Epic’s Healthy Planet helps caregivers fill patient care gaps
Dermatology faculty garners MGMA nod; organ transplant staff earn MORA awards
SON faculty; transplant, EversCare staff garner distinctions
September
Front and Center: Kayla Taylor
Children’s of Mississippi names expansion after Sandersons
Front and Center: Dan Coleman
New telehealth chief uses expertise to address health issues
Research enterprise reaches new grant, award heights
Patient has energy to play, thanks to Ebeid's world-class skills
Masks foil lipreading for those with hearing loss; you can help
Front and Center: Lucy Varela-Quintero
Written in stone: UMMC to commemorate pandemic experience
Hearing never sounded so good for Jackson preteen
Jackson Heart Study marks 20 years with virtual conference
Community Bank gift boosts CAY’s ASD program
People of the U: Josh Warren
This year's tournament may be different, but Sanderson Farms Championship’s mission remains unchanged
When seconds count, AirCare brings blood to critically ill patients
UMMC receives $1.6 million for COVID-19 community study
Newsletter features orthopaedic surgery researchers; AACN calls SON leaders to assembly
October
Father-son duo update world’s most important physiology book
Inhale, then exhale: New lung procedure makes it all possible
Hero Awards augment annual research excellence honors
Front and Center: Rosalind Williams
Ribbon to be cut tomorrow on Sanderson Tower
UMMC begins NIH study on COVID-19, community engagement
CODA study examines appendicitis treatment options
Ribbon cut on Kathy And Joe Sanderson Tower at Children’s Of Mississippi
Sanderson Tower readies for November ‘Go Live’
Therapists restore movement, quality of life to patients with COVID-19
Eat, pray, love: McMullan’s life, career 'crash course' in sharing
Front and Center: Dr. Dave and Dr. Laura Vearrier
Regions Bank makes $225k donation to Sanderson Tower
Jackson Free Clinic patients 'get the picture' with ultrasounds
Medical Center’s 1,000th hospitalized patient with COVID-19 safely discharged home
SHRP diagnostic sciences chair wins ASRT term; CCRI volunteer receives honor; SON prof earns presidential distinction
November
New office 'ultimate resource' for UMMC policy management
UMMC staff support HCQ COVID-19 ineffectiveness findings
Rural renewal: Small-town medicine delivers for Indianola doc
Xavier’s heart, hands mended by Children’s of Mississippi
Patient care begins today in Kathy and Joe Sanderson Tower
Photos: Halloween events are treats for Children’s patients
Private pediatric intensive care rooms open at Sanderson Tower
Front and Center: Miranda Magee
Private neonatal intensive care rooms open in Sanderson Tower
A wish come true: Kathy and Joe Sanderson Tower opens
Consummate 'nurse's nurse' reflects on her retirement
Meredith Aldridge named new leader of Medical Center’s Office of Development
Children’s of Mississippi holiday toy drives go virtual this year
Front and Center: Laron Trigg
Justice Dept. grants $6M to confront opioid abuse, save lives
Is your home COVID-19 ready? If you're unsure, use these tips
New dementia caregiver course meets growing need
Madison teen athlete's new team huddles at UMMC
Spotlight shines on UMMC nurses; audiologist earns national board post
Vice chancellor receives presidential honor; assistant vc captures research award
December
Doubly perfect: NIH bestows highest marks to UMMC Research
Stealth VoIP conversion enhances employee productivity
UMMC offers Greenville-area newborns best quality NICU care
Think the rules on COVID-19 keep changing? Here's why
UMMC's top nurse leader sets stellar patient care example
Pediatric CBD drug trial at UMMC gets two-year extension
Center for Telehealth lends expertise to cybersecurity manual
UMMC receives COVID-19 vaccine
UMMC begins vaccinating frontline employees for COVID-19
UMMC-led study: Children should avoid gatherings, not school
EversCare fights increased food insecurity during pandemic
Photos: UMMC staff partake in safe holiday celebrations
Vaccinations raise hopes, brighten smiles of UMMC employees
With new name, public school venerates Shirleys' memory
Good oral hygiene can factor in successful surgical outcomes
Web of Science gives Medicine chair highly cited distinction; MLS student earns national scholarship
2019
News Articles
January
Hattiesburg Clinic, UMMC announce collaboration to boost quality care
Population Health invites UMMC Family to play BINGO
Five years of health care progress: UMMC Grenada looks to the future
People of the U: Gary Reeves
Thriving after heart transplant, tragic fire, Gabbi Smith turns 1
Asylum Hill grant boosts mission to record descendants’ stories
Batson legacy lives on in UMMC, statewide pediatric advancements
Jackson Heart, tobacco study link smoking, peripheral artery disease
Refurbished newspaper machines get new lives as Children's little libraries
Sanderson Farms Championship host sets record with $1.25 M gift to Friends of Children’s Hospital
Student-led food drive diverts surplus to soup kitchen
Emergency campus blood drive to allow UMMC community to give back
UMMC growing its robotic surgery program and necessary expertise
SOD to offer free week of care during Dental Mission Week
The best things in life – liver transplants included - are worth the wait
SOD first to offer anesthesia training to hygiene students
CMNH selects ‘amazing’ Aubrey Armstrong Mississippi's Champion
UMMC Opioid Task Force gives providers tools to manage pain
Nation’s top dentist addresses students at his alma mater
Wiser nurse earns Good Catch; Dermatology makes SKINPACT
February
MS Miracles Radiothon to broadcast from new location: Student Union
Community, training centers add to Jackson Heart Study's mission
Stem cell donation is start of Staursky’s overall plan
Video: ENT students, staff give back to Mississippi Food Network
SPRINT study shows lowering BP may help memory, cognition
Video: SOD provides care for hundreds of JPS elementary students
EversCare food pantry partnership helps feed patients in need
Video: Diversity, inclusion shine constant light on UMMC
People of the U: Alana Bowman, Dr. Jason Griggs
A movable feast: Librarian returns artifacts found during lunchtime rambles
UMMC change managers inspire consistent delivery, excellent care
As flu spikes in state, experts offer advice on treatment, prevention
SOD alumni board names former MDA president Alumnus of the Year
School of Nursing moving, growing in Oxford
SOD serves more than 1,000 during third Dental Mission Week
More accessible research partnerships lead to greater medical progress
SHRP Alumnus of Year uses D.H.A. skills to lead Children’s of Mississippi
Sharing the pain: Students from four disciplines simulate patient care
UMMC-Anderson collaboration brings specialty peds care closer to Meridian-area patients
IHL names SGSHS student affairs head top diversity educator
SON students, VA nurses form unique partnership
Murmur of the heart: Editor’s zeal pumps life into student journal
Three decades a UMMC anesthesiologist, Brunson takes on new role
Periodontics chair, D3 student, SON earn awards
March
Watch the virtual event at noon on Thursday, September 24.
Talent Development Series helps UMMC employees Prepare for Success
Maihle joins UMMC Cancer Institute
A 'culture of care:' Pediatrician translates lessons from family to clinic
Mississippi Miracles Radiothon tops $500K for third consecutive year
Video: 4N staff promote washing hands every time
SGSHS REACHes elementary students for science education
After battling infections, Grenada boy 'back in the game'
Run-and-gun mentor: In academic medicine, Brodell runs full-court press
Jeopardy! competitor, UMMC experts lend perspective to host's diagnosis
Non-invasive procedure averts open heart surgery for mitral valve issue
Emotional toll of patient suicides strikes those who treat them, too
Video: Med students meet their Match on one of 'best days of the year’
Be-HIP focuses on mental health services for high-risk infants, preschoolers
New collaboration will give first responders technology tools to save lives
SON recognized for outstanding work in medically underserved Delta school district
UMMC researcher’s pioneering work gives rise to new severe depression drug
You Be the Chemist: SOD hosts middle school chemistry competition
Touching base daily by telehealth helps BMT patients recover more quickly
Hope Lodge goal: Patients more focused on their cancer fight
April
Children’s Heart growth, leadership attract second pediatric heart surgeon
Adult congenital heart program receives coveted national accolade
Photos: UMMC celebrates Public Health Week
Medical school dream no longer haunts ground-breaking student
SON, NIH team up to reduce cervical cancer in Mississippi
Population Health lecture addresses sickness, wellness in U.S.
Integrative Health gives quality of life to patients with chronic diseases
When seconds count, 'Stop the Bleed' can save a life
Base Pair earns community engagement kudos from Ole Miss
In grief, despite tragedy, families generously give gift of life
Patients, families' committee service helps shape care, experience at UMMC
DOM, Barksdale Lecturer: Data-driven medicine speeds progress
UMMC Cancer Center and Research Institute boasts new name, strong goals
Alon Bee to honor wife’s memory with naming of private NICU room
UMMC renames room for beloved SOM educator, father figure
Giving TWOsday doubles campaign donations through April 30
Service commemorates body donors' gifts to students, future patients
100-Day Workout gives voice – and action – to employee suggestions
SOPH academic life study, website fight faculty burnout
May
Video: Healing Arts offer much-needed emotional, visual medicine
Say it with food and fun: UMMC appreciates its employees
ER tragedy poses life lesson for professor – and parent
New CNO brings hospital expansion experience to Children’s of Mississippi
New patient floor helps meet UMMC’s capacity needs
Graduate Medical Education's goal? Building residency relationships
Physiologist claims UMMC's top educator honor
Photos: Gurney racers gun for Golden Stethoscope
#UMMCGrad19: SGSHS student says 'yes' to selfless excellence
#UMMCGrad19: Powell's resume includes CNN, GMA, ABC – and now, M.D.
Digital first: Online certificate programs expand graduate opportunities
#UMMCGrad19: Nigeria-born SON graduate hopes to open pediatric clinic in home country
#UMMCGrad19: MHS Program bolsters flight nurse’s career opportunities
Gold Humanism celebrates 'other half' of being a doctor
UMMC's patient safety efforts take big leap forward
10 years and counting: AirCare2 celebrates anniversary in east-central Mississippi
#UMMCGrad19: From cafeteria worker to dentist, Alper Coban stands out for work ethic and research experience
Project SEARCH grads ready to work at UMMC, in community
New study at UMMC to explore disease risk factors in rural South
#UMMCGrad19: Pharmacy class president to PGY1, Elizabeth Hearn continues growth at UMMC
#UMMCGrad19: First SOPH grads dig into data
UMMC confers 853 degrees in health sciences professions
Illness keeps rad sciences student from Commencement, not graduation
Study seeks to understand RURAL residents' health challenges
#UMMCGrad19: Graduates to touch lives through healing arts
June
Retiring facilities executive accentuates the positive during 47-year career
New award celebrates UMMC employees’ excellence
New chaplain position helps SOM students develop holistic care approach
Visual management boards give frontline staff care solutions forum
‘Before her time:’ Former interim CEO leaves lasting impact on UMMC
Photos: Colorful sigs make patients, providers part of peds expansion
Capital Ortho to serve as UMMC resident training facility
Maternal Fetal Medicine brings care team together for mothers, babies
First tooth controls where and when the rest come in
School of Dentistry opens state-of-the-art technology center for students
Descendants of asylum patients to share stories at archival event
CHAMPS, UMMC to launch new breastfeeding education modules
July
Registrar redux: Westerfield reminiscently passes gavel
Enterprise resource conversion represents dawn of new Workday
UMMC pediatric expansion grows to full seven-story height
Residents, welcome to your new life – beginning today
In unique collaboration, UMMC physicians to offer services at Merit Health Madison facility
State’s only pediatric headache specialist eases young patients' pain
UMMC’s antimicrobial stewardship program receives national kudos
Support group offers solace, guidance to Alzheimer’s caregivers
Taking up residents: Projects pursue greater doctor relevance, well-being
HRSA bolsters Telehealth's mission: research, innovation, quality care
Think your hearing is just fine? Consider these study results
Spine surgeon’s life cycles through patient care, administrative duties, retirement
Six-month cannabidiol drug trial at UMMC gets one-year extension
Photos: Football players kick off fun for Children’s of Mississippi patients
August
SHRP gift: Former nursing coordinator's family gives ergonomic donation
New initiative aims to educate providers about human trafficking
People of the U: Dr. Frank Han
Video: Science is a SURE thing at UMMC
U.S. News lists UMMC's cancer program among tops in nation
Miss Mississippi pairs organ donation platform with UMMC transplant program visit
Well-being focus nets UMMC Healthiest Workplaces kudos
New division to expand genetic testing as a health care force
Anatomy of change: Pull-schedule session starts peds tower transition
Office of Clinical Trials coordinates, optimizes research process
Leaders cut ribbon on Center for Advancement of Youth's new home
Video: Organ donation platform brings Miss Mississippi to UMMC
Lab coats symbolize pride, professionalism in SGSHS
Two studies link blood pressure, brain health
Doctors perform medical 'first' during facial tumor surgery
Video: Patient pups are best of friends in times of need
New 'Ride with MIND' car tag supports Alzheimer’s awareness, research
Implant recall leaves many with questions about their health, safety
Stefanek joins CCRI
More leading lights brighten Medical Alumni Chapter’s Hall of Fame
UMMC to expand HIV research
September
National telehealth accreditation affirms quality of UMMC's patient care
Patents, trademarks display UMMC’s innovation
New CRTU ushers in unprecedented clinical research for Mississippi
Patients living with HIV receive “Helping HAND” to conquer addictions
Robotic device gives surgeons more flexibility to treat head, neck cancers
Family Medicine tries new responsible opioid prescribing tools
Photos: UMMC dedicates 'Franny’s Hour' as time to heal
Population health management graduates apply skills to practice
Barksdales’ gifts help students keep ‘the main thing the main thing’
Grant funding boosts HIV care access throughout Southeast
Photos: Putts, pups and Sir Saint - SFC brings fun from the fairway
Small, large lesion pairing accelerates cognitive decline
Postdocs drive research, training at UMMC
Hilal joins CCRI hematology team
UMMC surgeons take on new roles
SOM graduate is orthopaedic surgery trailblazer
Little hearts, many experts: Children’s Heart Center grows to meet needs
Sanderson Farms first: SON staffs first aid tent
‘My Favorite Doctor:’ Nine-year-old loves going to the dentist
What do we know about vaping? Not enough.
Benson Charitable Foundation makes $1M gift to Children’s Of Mississippi
Better experience at Merit Health Madison key for UMMC surgery patients
October
Children’s of Mississippi expansion to include state-of-the-art surgical suites
Dynamic new intranet site to offer information portal to all things UMMC
Medicine still mending from Jim Crow era
Hepatitis C provider education ECHOes throughout Mississippi
Deadline to apply for free dental care Nov. 1
New SON dean's goal: Prepare school for huge shift in nursing education
From author’s dental pain comes promise of healing
UMMC opens primary care clinic for LGBTQ patients
School of Nursing in Oxford celebrates new home, expanded class size
‘Colobundle’ of care keeps surgical site infections at bay
Front and Center: Michelle Chambers
Front and Center: Parminder Vig
Front and Center: Tyler Sullivan
Experts plan to call the shots this flu season
Breast cancer screenings can save lives
In a tale of two departments, former classmates reunite as chairs
UMMC, C Spire collaborate on new health app
$1M Child Life endowment serves as memorial for Friends chair
Front and Center: Myrtle Tate
Front and Center: Cynthia Collins
Research excellence awards mark faculty, staff achievements
JHS findings link one-third of heart disease, stroke cases to HTN
It’s frightening how Halloween costume contact lenses can infect, damage eyes
Southwest Health System, UMMC announce health care affiliation
A kidney transplant wait can take years - but just months with a live donor
Photos: Halloween harvest happenings at Children’s of Mississippi
November
UMMC Grenada opens outpatient cancer care clinic, infusion services
People of the U: Courtney Smith
Emerging leaders represent health equity program's true legacy
During milestone year, UMMC's DAISY Awards extend recognition scope
Respiratory therapists PHIL vital role as medical professionals
Distinguished alumna recounts mentors' roles at SGSHS Research Day
Front and Center: James Purvis
After accident, Ole Miss senior back in school, thanks to SON students
SOPH moves into new home, affirms commitment to healthier state
Front and Center: Mary E. Thompson
From tragedy, life: Organ donors give ultimate gift
Cancer programs add cardio-oncology services for patients at risk
Northington brings nursing experience to national leadership role
Front and Center: Srinivasan Vijayakumar
Children’s lobby mural to be mosaic of individual masterpieces
Barriers to breastfeeding subject of three-year NICU study at UMMC
If work events leave caregivers traumatized, help is on the way
Front and Center: Kristy Boyd
Women’s basketball visits score wins with children’s hospital patients
Inventors, innovations recognized during inaugural event
Woodward gets nod for national role in academic medicine
UMMC experts agree: Gratefulness, good health go hand in hand
AirCare's innovative model helps caregivers cope with 'compassion fatigue'
Dedication, compassion, purpose drive UMMC's Volunteers of the Year
Front and Center: Anna Jordan Butts
December
People of the U: Santa Claus
CMNH selects Mississippi’s Children's Miracle Champion for national role
Front and Center: Jacqueline Williams
Photos: Holiday gingerbread houses help usher in Christmas season
Photos: First Lady, Children's of MS patient set season aglow
Nursing boom: Accelerated B.S.N. enrollment to increase 133 percent
Efforts to increase colorectal cancer screening in MS yield positive results
Front and Center: Katelyn Armstrong
Half match, whole hope: state’s first pediatric haploidentical transplant patient free from sickle cell
UMMC breaks ground on state’s first children's skilled nursing facility
Dentistry alumnus to sponsor school’s effort to treat children during Give Kids a Smile
Photos: Holiday sweater competition runs gamut from festive to tacky
Front and Center: Justin Brown
Front and Center: Lillie Bledsoe
UMMC, CCRI provide custom wigs, makeovers to cancer patients
Child travels from Cambodia to undergo complex plastic surgery
As holidays approach, de-stress by 'keeping it real'
UMMC scientist's research may help future Moon, Mars missions
Photos: Bryants, Clauses wrap up holiday with surprise Children's visit
Collaborations, national recognitions highlight UMMC's 2019 events
Front and Center: Bailey Stanford
Growth, improved services highlight CCRI year
2018
News Articles
January
Supply chain flexibility reaps financial benefits
UMMC's top stories from 2017
U-turn at the lectern
People of the U: Dr. Thomas Helling
The Summit of success: Moore rises to department chair
Even in city’s water crisis, UMMC patients come first
Save a life; donate blood during campus drive Jan. 17
'A healthier Mississippi' goal of new residency program
ASB shows love to Campus Police, security, staff
Cancer survivor urges others to get breast, cervical cancer screenings
For NSICU, DAISY Award represents team effort
Newest transplant surgeons women with a mission
Pillars event honors leaders in diversity efforts
Century Club Charities sets record with gift to Friends of Children's Hospital
Transplant team player: Seawright shines on national level
Video: Century Club Charities sets record with gift to Friends of Children's Hospital
Newsman anchored in attitude, not cancer
New UMMC clinic enhances access to free HIV testing
Alex Mullen's memory, again, holds all the cards
Taking tech transfer to the next level
Photos: Free screenings offer chance to catch, halt cancer
February
People of the U: Clint McHann
Otolaryngology team's protocol earns national award
UMMC to manage Gulfport's Memorial Hospital NICU
Video: Fields rises to top as CMN Champion
Fields rises to top as Children's Miracle Network Hospitals Champion
Genomics core an invaluable resource for Mississippi scientists
UMMC Epic Connect links Medical Center, Health Department
Photos: Record number of patients receive free dental care
SOD Board selects ADA Delegate Dental Alumnus of the Year
Video: Smiles abound during Dental Mission Week
Faculty member bears witness, scars from voting rights crusades
Symposium empowers teens to live healthy lives
UMMC physicians creating opioid use alternatives model
Revised bus routes, parking 'zones' streamline morning commute
New pathology chair values lessons learned from medicine, law, family
Town hall to connect heart researchers, public
Revamped menu, mindful choices give cafeteria patrons healthy options
Novel procedure restores ability to eat, quality of life
UMMC and Vanderbilt University Medical Center announce affiliation agreement
Fuqua's passion for nursing inspires endowed scholarship gift
Payne appointed to national certification committee
March
SOM alum shines as military battlefield surgeon
New library nook for mothers only
Mississippi Miracles Radiothon raising funds, awareness for Children's
Sun-setting Lawson: UMMC to embark on new enterprise
Video: 2018 Mississippi Miracles Radiothon
Use of electronic records at UMMC to get smarter, faster, more Epic
Guild’s skeet shoot targets transplant patient needs
UMMC experts weigh in on popular common sense eating plan
Nursing alum champions high-reliability health care
QM certification solidifies commitment to online excellence
Jim Hill students help classmates, community stay healthy
Only acceptable measure: zero patient harm
Child's prayer leads to $1.5M Children's of Mississippi expansion gift
Ole Miss softball team's visit a 'home run' with Batson patients
New access center improves patients' scheduling experiences
Asylum Hill Project: 'What a great story this is'
Photos: Match Day 2018
Bryant helps realize dream of building that now bears his name
133 on a match: Medical students discover their next destinations
Memorial Hospital, UMMC announce pediatric collaboration
UMMC researcher asks colleagues to heed screening call
UMMC medical education building formally named in honor of Gov. Phil Bryant
Medicine gains ‘Grade A mentor, human being’ as new department chair
SON staff, students vote with dollars to determine who'll go 'Over the Edge'
New innovation center HITs ground running
South side challenge: Children's expansion leads to short-term navigation hassles
Real-time interpreters break down patients’ language barriers
Reckelhoff earns SEC Faculty Achievement Award
Video: Donation of little cars big boost for Batson patients
April
New HR chief listening, learning, looking for positive change
Have a 'berry' good time at UMMC's Farmer's Market
Mandatory active shooter training to instruct how to avoid, deny, defend
Photos: UMMC hits the pavement for National Walking Day
Children's of MS economic impact nears $349M
Dual-campus Research Day fosters collaborative science
State’s youngest heart recipient 'looking better and better' one year later
Population health expert to talk Mississippi moon shots, diabetes
Board names Delta physical therapist SHRP Alumnus of the Year
Medicine chair urges DOM researchers to support clinical trials
Photos: Ballet troupe's Batson visit is en pointe
Students, staff can 'scrub in' on Amnesty Day
Oral cancer patient fights to earn 'Survivor' title
New treatment collaborative pinpoints pre-diabetics early
Heartfelt reunion: Organ recipient, donor's daughter finally meet
Photos: Annual Legacy Lap celebrates donors, donor families
At 90, UMMC's 100th TAVR patient is 'on the go'
Ridgeland firefighter, 5K race support Alzheimer's awareness
Children's expertise now closer to home for south Mississippi families
A touch of class: Far-reaching conference instructs the instructors
Photos: Fundraisers go 'Over The Edge' for Friends
Frontline team effort spurs improved patient safety scores
Removing hurdles: With common goals, institutions agree to be ‘friends’
Children’s of Mississippi cochlear implant patient among youngest in world
Lifestyle management, chronic diseases go hand in hand
Hands-on learning with Discovery U
Photos: SHRP Research Day
May
New fracture clinic helps patients avoid one break leading to another
New process shortens time to breast reconstruction
Life-altering condition gives dentist insight into empathy
Professor emeritus establishes endowment to advance metals research
Food, fun and friendly competitions await UMMC family during tribute week
New CEO joins team at UMMC Grenada, UMMC Holmes County
Telehealth leader named nursing Alumnus of the Year
He didn’t know if he could teach. Look at him now
Smooth Operators claim checkered flag at 2018 Gurney Races
Annual nursing salute calls out best of the best
3D printed models save time, money in operating room
Friendship brought Harmon's career back to where it started
#UMMCGrad18: SHRP graduate overcomes rare genetic disorder to earn PT degree
Forum a HIT for UMMC's innovation efforts
#UMMCGrad18: For future ophthalmologist, the big picture is clear
Surgeon General: Agency cooperation, use of opioid-reversal drug can stem epidemic
#UMMCGrad18: Adventure beckons School of Nursing graduate
#UMMCGrad18: As technician, pharmacy graduate learns profession first
CI leader participates in cancer discussion at Vatican
#UMMCGrad18: Pharmacology graduate values science, service
Stroke study researches clot-buster recipients
#UMMCGrad18: Dental student defies language barrier to become scholar
UMMC confers 930 degrees in health sciences professions
UMMC employee donates stem cells to perhaps save a life
Video: UMMC's 2018 Commencement confers 930 degrees
Class of 2018 is family friendly
June
Seconds, minutes, days, weeks: Timely trauma care saves Madison man
Colorectal cancer experts embrace ACS call for earlier screening
UMMC cardiologist supports scientists’ findings to increase life expectancy
Safety, quality central to Joint Commission chief's visit
North Mississippi golf tournament drives $100K gift to Children's
Create action plan to de-escalate thoughts of suicide
'Dr. Rick' signs off 'Southern Remedy' after 13-year run
UMMC focuses on higher quality, increased efficiency at lower cost
MIND Center to detail Alzheimer’s research; salute patients, caregivers
Video: Miss Mississippi hopefuls sing, paint with Batson patients
Inaugural Pediatric Research Day spotlights potential advances in care
How much patient harm is acceptable? Zero, safety leaders say
Minimally invasive heart surgery helps 3-year-old to heal
Dental school's longest serving employee to retire
OCH Regional Medical Center, UMMC announce affiliation
July
Gross anatomy course brings D.O.T.s, D.P.T.s together
Video: Miss Mississippi 2018 visits Children's Hospital
Employees can make their voices heard in annual engagement survey
Newest affiliation brings UMMC's resources to Oktibbeha County
Campaign: Be more than an electronic health record users - beEpic!
People of the U: William Salaun
Cyndi Lauper headlines concert to support MIND Center
Children's Cancer Center sees growth, anticipates changes
Brunson’s newest role: Ensuring state’s physicians keep patients safe
AirCare, blood clotting drug save man from death by donkey bite
Forging students into physicians: The residency reality
New chair of pediatric dentistry settles into southern hospitality
Mississippi State coach, players cheer on Batson patients
UMMC's new Grenada, Holmes Co. leader aims to enhance patient experience
Batson clinical quality results rank among best children’s hospitals
Researchers gather to explore solutions to Delta health disparities
Video: Saddle up! SHRP students' activities bolster horse trail therapy
UMMC Grenada offers first-time inpatient substance abuse detox program
Nursing faculty focus on bringing best practices to bedside
August
Sim Center drills residents, others, on values of communication
Mohs surgery leaves few signs of melanoma
Spero Awards reflect UMMC, UMMC Grenada's transplant excellence
Young adults with disabilities SEARCH for just the right job at UMMC
New Emergency Services home to enhance disaster response
Morton physician, community stalwart continues service at 91
It's a new day for emergency services, preparedness in Mississippi
Photos: Medical school in a day
Clinical trial explores physical therapy for sports-related concussion, leg injury prevention
If it’s fall in Mississippi, it’s the season for sports-related injuries
Dr. Laura Arnold treats young hematology, oncology patients at alma mater
Spine surgeon leads international musculoskeletal foundation
Video: All's fair during student welcome
'Fingerprints' lead to $1M Children's expansion campaign donation
Procedure eases complications related to fluid around lungs
As good as it gets: Hall of Fame Alumni Award immortalizes storied careers
More physician residencies mean more access for state's rural patients
New system helps lead Rowland users on electronic path to 'Discovery'
Researchers seq-ing for answers in the genome
Photos: Sanderson Farms Championship winner tees up at Batson
Lacking concussion system, Mississippi athletes in contact sports at risk
September
NHLBI renews landmark Jackson Heart Study for six more years
Freshman Early Entry relieves stress for nursing hopefuls
UMMC's supply chain lifeblood flows from 20,000-square-foot pump
UMMC PT in the pros: Sports resident delivers care at Saints camp
Family medicine difference makers' lives bridge barriers of distance, time
People of the U: JoJo Dodd and Joe Pongetti
New degree helps clinicians master population health management
When is an antibiotic the right medicine? New team giving advice
A class apart: Medical school breaks admissions record
STEMI receiving center ensures swift care for heart attack patients
Pediatric Fast Track to pair right level of care with each patient
ICU tower shifts to team-building, quality, safety culture
Women gain more acceptance as medical students, physicians
American Cancer Society honors Ruckdeschel with St. George Award
Graduate School showcase aims to recruit future scientists
New chief of pediatric cardiology: Children’s of Mississippi ‘total package’
Newest JPS school-based clinic helps keep grade-schoolers well
At brink of 20th anniversary, community matters to Jackson Heart Study
Morgan joins lung, GI cancer teams
The Guytons: Offspring remember life with legendary parents
Early heart surgery relieves pressure for little drummer girl
October
Lauper shows “True Colors” during concert supporting MIND Center
Grad school names clinical pharmacist Alumnus of the Year
Photos: Sanderson Farms brings tournament highlights to Batson
Annual awards ceremony recognizes research achievements
Donation helps SHRP shrink state's histotechnologist shortage
Video: Sanderson Farms Championship, UMMC make winning combination
Patient and parent, Welch knows value of Children’s Hospital
Care team communication breakdowns aren’t healthy, happy
Employees speak in annual engagement survey
Medical Center among ELP research, patent leaders
AAMC survey measures advances from UMMC faculty's Standpoint
Ambulance gift allows Lanier students to learn medical transport skills
New specialists add to record PICU care team numbers
Video: Lanier students get hands-on transport training in AMR ambulance
HAWK walk: Traffic signal helps pedestrians navigate State Street
Allaying pain, affirming life: Palliative care team meets patients in their 'sacred place'
Video: Ole Miss band spells out support for Batson
Addiction psychiatrist expanding treatment for opioid use disorder
Children's of Mississippi expansion progressing each day
Opioid task force seeks solutions to prescribing concerns
Clinical trial explores managing hypertension from home
Mental health access hotline gets $2.3M HRSA grant
School works to fill Mississippi's dental gap
UMMC experts: Raising recommended HPV vaccine age range could save lives
November
Medical Center's disaster relief efforts reach beyond Mississippi
Photos: Test-laden med students lighten mood with Hawaiian shirt contest
Dr. Blair E. Batson, first pediatrics chair at UMMC, dies at age 98
Limits on e-cigarette sales to teens aid nicotine addiction battle
Entergy's $500K donation helps power Children’s campaign
Dos, don'ts of Children's holiday giving
Toys and more on Children’s of Mississippi holiday wish list
#WomenWhoCurie highlights female radiation oncologists
School of Dentistry dean receives career honor; ascends to board presidency
Heroes in life, death: Organ donors give ultimate gift
Wellness at UMMC needs a champion - and it could be you
Photos: School of Nursing celebrates 70th anniversary with tours, alumni panel
Anatomy of a survey: As ‘Grey’s’ turns 15, medicos dissect TV shows
Increasing capacity central to UMMC's ongoing construction plans
Clinical trial for marijuana-derived drug under way at UMMC
Clinical trial for marijuana-derived epilepsy drug underway
Microbiology meeting embraces more disciplines, young scientists
‘The shoulders of those who came before us:’ SON turns 70
Sickle cell, health crisis couldn’t stop ‘Miracle Kid’
A “beRi” good project wins Hackathon prize
People of the U: Tim Lewis
Flashing is good for your health – fit flashing, that is!
Volunteer Services selects future physician, nurse for annual honor
Photos: No tricks, all treats at Children’s Halloween celebration
Ruckdeschel named to Lung Roundtable
Gibert joins UMMC Cancer Institute
December
Firsts, records dot UMMC’s 2018 top stories list
Sepsis study’s design “future” of clinical trials
Carr driven to take dental hygiene chair post
New program teaches kids to stop, think before making risky decisions
Rural opioid disorder patients benefit from in-person, telehealth visit combo
New committee’s goal: Improve cancer care through communication
Primary defection: Young adults choose convenience over commitment
Video: Children with Down syndrome make strides with PT faculty's grant
Photos: Hoopsters, Santa help brighten season at Children's Hospital
Two frames of mind: State Hall of Fame dedicates Guyton, Hardy portraits
Medical Center does deep dive into data
Surgery offers new outlook for children facing head, face deformities
Poise in the wilderness: Students scout out rescue, life-saving skills
Hoover calls SON dean role ‘greatest privilege of my life’
Averting HIV infection can depend on how well MSMs PrEP
Video: Children's Hospital holiday season starts with Light-A-Light
Mobile clinic provides much-needed, convenient care for young and old
Heart-liver transplant one for UMMC history books
One year after groundbreaking, UMMC pediatric expansion structure rises
School of Population Health dispenses research expertise for charity medication network
Parental guidance required to keep holidays safe for children
2017
News Articles
January
New SHRP faculty digs big data
UMMC earns human research accreditation
New guidelines call for more non-opioid pain relievers
Prognosis good for Gov. William Winter following fall, head injury
Sanderson Farms Championship donation to Friends of Children's Hospital sets record
Ruckdeschel brings problem-solving skills to state’s cancer puzzle
No getting ‘round it: Employee voices need to be heard
Ruckdeschel takes lead role in UMMC’s cancer fight
Specialty care closer to coast families thanks to Children's of Mississippi
New neonatal ambulance commissioned for life-saving work
Federal grant fuels first responder training
Pediatrician’s healing touch transcends miles to war-torn Syrian homeland
Dental students follow in families' footsteps for 'Best Job'
UMMC, partners unite to screen women for cancer
UMMC makes the most of research money
New health risk assessment further gauges employee wellness interests
February
Higher cervical cancer death rates equal bigger need for screening, HPV vaccines
Volunteers help Scouts be 'Always Prepared'
Career fair ignites opportunities for nursing students
‘Little Hats’ raise awareness of big cause: healthy hearts
UMMC gastro, endoscopy services to get new off-campus home
NFL selects Manning as Man of the Year co-winner
Dental Mission Week participants care for state’s underserved
Sickle cell trait could alter diabetes test results
These RNs have nursing careers as doctors
Mentors aid in career advancement, networking opportunities
Researcher’s goal: Find the best chemo for each patient
2003 SOD graduate named Dental Alumnus of the Year
Increased testing, awareness make ground in HIV infection battle
Value Analysis promotes culture of savings, efficiency
Facebook group debuts just for People of the U
Students sink teeth into dental research
End to cancer treatment rings true for Yazoo City native
It's 'all hands on deck' at the UM School of Dentistry for Give Kids A Smile
Dental Hygiene move promotes interprofessional education
New heart surgery leader put gloves on right after Batson arrival
Does an 'app' a day keep the medical textbook away? Not yet
March
Coffee, conversation connect international community
School of Nursing earns Governor's Award for JPS partnership
Home visits help babies transition from NICU
Group wants Mississippians to #GetScreened4Dak
People of the U: Adam Dungey
Students self-prescribe healing language in Spanish, French
Improved family time among CAY interaction therapy goals
Dr. Sasser goes to Washington
Epic’s vital sign capture saves caregiver time
Thankful Triplett siblings make $1 million gift to children's campaign
UMMC financial action plan addresses revenue shortfall
People of the U: Camille Richards
Game, set, Match Day: big finish for med students’ hopes
Researcher’s goal: Putting an end to diabetes epidemic
Texas surgeon breaks silence on racial disparities
Whack a hacker before they sink your security
Bailey is SHRP pick for alumna of the year
UMMC philanthropist among Children’s of Mississippi campaign supporters
Learning through play part of Doctors’ Day celebration
SNDA Impressions Program courts prospective dental students
Advanced nursing programs meet provider shortage head-on
April
AirCare trio is cornerstone of UMMC’s medical air transport
WHO: more drugs, fewer superbugs
New study: More Americans are giving up on losing weight
School of Nursing faculty named alumna of the year
Emotional health, not just physical fitness, necessary for wellness
Cancer diagnosis creates challenge for expectant mother
Dermatologist, native son returns to rural roots
Learn resiliency to handle life’s stresses
People of the U: Carrie Dean
Rare procedure splits donor liver between two women
Legacy Lap honors those who gave gift of life
M.D. brings health care perspective to CIO/CMIO roles
Grenada's The Viper Room safe zone for solving problems, conflict
Respect, compassion key to religion in workplace
Study: healthy heart now, healthy brain later
Cancer screening deemed life-changing for Brandon woman
Electrical device eases gastroparesis symptoms
Jackson Heart Study names Sims chief science officer
School of Nursing faculty named alumna of the year
May
Learn more about UMMC with monthly CONSULT
'100-day Workout' puts employee input into action
Ingram shares life lessons during Last Lecture
UNACARE Mobile Clinic to take health care directly to Midtown patients
Longtime Grenada nurse reflects on lifetime of nursing
UMMC evaluates options to memorialize asylum patients buried on campus
Code You: chaplains, colleagues help UMMC's healers find healing
Med school latecomer defies doubters, wins TEACH Prize
Great patient experience requires patient-centered care
Interpreter-patient relationship translates into trust
#UMMCGrad17: Lockhart’s patients can expect compassionate care with a smile
#UMMCGrad17: Sollis goes from cheerleader to leader in School of Pharmacy
EversCare seeks root causes of illness in children
#UMMCGrad17: DeRussy takes M.D./Ph.D. path to pathology
At Batson Hospital’s 20th anniversary, Children’s of Mississippi reaching to future with construction
#UMMCGrad17: Milan overcomes odds through determination
Burnout chatter kindles task force action
#UMMCGrad17: Moore adopts full-court press towards peds career
#UMMCGrad17: Gray brothers carry on family tradition
UMMC confers record number of degrees five years running
Junior League shows support with $400,000 gift to Children's of Mississippi campaign
National shortage spurs new histotechnology program in SHRP
June
Tools of the trade help mid-career women faculty advance
UMMC surgeons share transplant insight with rural students for international stage
ARIC celebrates 30 years of community, research
State-of-the-art-ambulances-boost-UMMC-Grenada’s-fleet
Federal grant to support Belzoni after-hours clinic
Farm-fresh fruits and veggies on sale Thursday
Psychologist, neurologist offer state’s only multidisciplinary Tourette’s clinic
Woodward wields national influence as accreditation chief
Doobie Brothers to play concert benefitting MIND Center
Rayner's 'wonderful life' inspires $1M scholarship
Surgery uses body's own fat to reconstruct cancer survivor's breasts
GWIMS honors women faculty achievements with new awards
UMMC staff receive service recognition
NIH taps neurobiology chair for study section post; pathology residents cop research honors
UMMC Recognition 6/26
Retiree ceremony, visiting lectures top upcoming events list
Nursing professor, instructor join UMMC faculty
July
Opinion survey puts faculty in poll position
People of the U: Miles Backstrom
Video: Miss Mississippi gets creative in first visit with Batson patients
Promotion and tenure
People of the U: Dr. LaToya Mason Bolden
New redesign streamlines navigation, combines umc.edu, ummchealth.com
Surveys seek frank feedback from employees on workplace, safety
Madison teen puts coloring books, local artist’s work, into patients’ hands
Fitch-Swiney gift establishes Schools of Medicine, Nursing scholarship
Decades go by, yet child hunger and poverty endure in the Delta
Perinatal center to boost basic, clinical research
UMMC’s sophisticated lab identifies most baffling opioids, street drugs
Health care provider visit just clicks away with UMMC telehealth benefit
Video: Bulldogs, Eagles team up to cheer on Batson patients
Math, medicine converge with HumMod
August
People of the U: Dr. LaToya Mason Bolden
UMMC Telehealth to offer mental health services to McComb district students
Creation of ’55 medical school due to spine-tingling courage
Dedication of new medical school building bodes well for health care's future
Video: Medical school's legacy is a roadmap to a healthier Mississippi
Dermatology residency partnership addresses rural specialty needs
‘Stubborn,’ ‘grateful,’ ‘humbled:’ Six medical school alumni lionized
Photos: A new year in building a healthier Mississippi
Elkins to head UMMC hematology-oncology division
Trauma training helps rural providers save lives
Junior League of Jackson’s efforts for UMMC span decades
Portraits unveiled for two big-picture leaders
Mena, expert panel champion first-ever MSM care standard
UMMC adopts education innovation with digital credentialing
Perfect score has UMMC covered
ASB welcomes first president from the School of Nursing
Future UMMC campus growth? There's a plan for that
Enchanted evening boosts Children’s campaign target
UMMC Community Care Clinic improves health care access in Belzoni area
Belzoni after-hours clinic fills gap in health care access
UMMC patients joining effort to aid health research
September
Children’s of Mississippi Hattiesburg clinic brings specialty care closer to home
Discovery awaits with record research funding
Cancer Institute researcher, lab receive international recognition
With all 'D.O.' respect, osteopathy navigates medicine’s mainstream
Occupational therapy program transitions to doctorate
UMMC joins national All of Us precision medicine study
Pancreas-kidney transplant ends years of suffering for Delta resident
Monthly parenting talks to be served up with dinner, child care
Clinical research advances with UMMC, Mayo Clinic agreement
Doobie Brothers fans ‘Listen to the Music’ for MIND Center
Tradition of strong Friends leadership continues with new board chair
Pipeline, enrichment program plants seeds of clout
People of the U: Anita Vanderford and Paige Robinson
Hope Lodge to help patients focus less on details, more on beating cancer
UMMC, MSU $10.5M grant collaboration takes aim at early childhood health
Clinical Investigation program trains doctors for research
Cross threshold, wash hands to protect patients, caregivers
Photos: Mississippi Children's Museum Day blast off at Batson
UMMC part of national research aimed at eliminating child hunger
AAMC diversity leader champions inclusion excellence
October
Baby-friendly status signals optimal mother-newborn care
Study: Single clinic visit can help thwart HIV infection spread
Occupational therapy students 'rock' NICU volunteer program
Growing up with care at UMMC means smooth transition to adult clinics