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Attendees gathered at the UMMC cemetery during the annual Ceremony of Thanksgiving on April 22, honoring anatomical donors whose final gift continues to educate future generations of health care professionals.

Even in death, they teach: 2026 Ceremony of Thanksgiving honors UMMC anatomical donors

Monday, April 27, 2026

They gave one final gift – and it continues to ripple outward. Honored at UMMC’s Ceremony of Thanksgiving, anatomical donors leave a legacy of knowledge, compassion and care. Read More

Dr. Michael D. Roach, professor in the Department of Biomedical Materials Science, was named the inaugural Lyle D. Zardiackas, PhD, FADM, FASTM Professor in Biomedical Materials Science, which honors the legacy of the late Dr. Zardiackas, who founded the department.

Gift from pioneering researcher establishes professorship, names lab at UMMC

Monday, April 27, 2026

Decades after establishing the groundwork for biomedical materials science in Mississippi, the late Dr. Lyle Zardiackas continues to move the field forward. Gifts from one of the Medical Center’s most influential researchers established an endowed professorship and named a laboratory in his honor. Read More

UMMC dental student builds on family legacy as she looks ahead to the next chapter

Aubree Dillon has spent years learning the family trade. Now, the 2026 SOD graduate prepares to carry that legacy forward, returning home to practice alongside her father and brother.

Published on Monday, April 27, 2026

Registered Nurses Tiana Williams and Alexis Gaines take care of a patient in the PICU. The PICU has been awarded the Pediatric Nurse Excellence Diamond Award, the highest distinction presented by the Society of Pediatric Nurses.

Children’s of Mississippi PICU earns highest national honor

Children’s of Mississippi has achieved a national first, with its Pediatric Intensive Care Unit earning the Pediatric Nurse Excellence Diamond Award, the highest honor from the Society of Pediatric Nurses, and becoming the only pediatric critical care unit to receive the recognition at any level.

Published on Monday, April 27, 2026

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Dental outreach, maternal care earn recognition

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

Published on Monday, April 27, 2026

Dawn Hoge is pictured with her care team, from left, Dr. Ignacio Velasco Martinez, chair of the Department of Oral-Maxillofacial Surgery and Pathology; Dr. Jesse Austin III, Dr. Randall Nutt, Dr. Sara Islam, Dr. Bryant Halsch, OMS residents; and Dr. Laura Humphries, associate professor of plastic surgery.

Advanced 3D technology and interdisciplinary care restore quality of life for Mississippi patient

After losing her teeth during cancer treatment, Dawn Hoge faced another battle when her jaw began deteriorating due to the radiation. For years, she was told nothing could be done, until a multidisciplinary surgical team at UMMC took on her case and restored her smile.

Published on Monday, April 20, 2026

Patrick McCarthy of Jackson, among the first Mississippians to use the Ethos system at UMMC,  is prepared for Ethos radiotherapy.

New state-of-the-art radiation oncology systems offer advanced cancer care at UMMC

Published on Monday, April 20, 2026

UMMC genetic counselor Phuc Do, left, observes as Dr. Pawel T. Pomianowski, the state’s only practicing adult geneticist, examines patient Louise Allen during a visit focused on research into the transthyretin gene variant. The hereditary condition disproportionately affects African Americans. Allen’s husband, Vincent Allen, attends in support.

TTR gene variant may reveal clues to improving heart health in African Americans

Published on Monday, April 20, 2026

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Medical student reflects on faith, family and purpose ahead of UMMC commencement

Published on Monday, April 20, 2026

John and Mary Kathryn Decker with their children, John Walker, 5, and Archer, 16 months, at The Village of Madison where John has built several houses and has more underway.

UMMC performs life-saving cardiac care when every second counts

Published on Monday, April 13, 2026

Dr. Pia Chatterjee Kirk, dean of the School of Dentistry, Dr. Stephanie Rizzuto Ricks, recipient of the 2026 Early Career Achievement Award, Dr. Stephanie Tullos-Shamburger, 2026 Distinguished Alumna of the Year and Dr. Sarah Carlisle, president of the dental alumni board, pose for a photo at the 43rd annual Dental Alumni and Friends Luncheon.

School of Dentistry celebrates the 43rd Dentistry Alumni and Friends Awards

Published on Monday, April 13, 2026

Melinda Warner is earning a Bachelor of Science degree in the Radiologic Sciences program and works as a student technologist while preparing for the registry exam.

Persistence pays off in school and at home for SHRP grad

Published on Monday, April 13, 2026

Rebecca Winford, nurse manager for the Adolescent Acute Psychiatric Unit, poses in the newly finished unit.

Front and Center: Rebecca Winford

Published on Monday, April 13, 2026

Dr. Carter Milner checks patient Diann Jackson during a clinic visit at the UMMC Cancer Center and Research Institute.

BiTE immunotherapy offers new hope for patients with aggressive cancers

Published on Monday, April 6, 2026

Bain Brandon, 2, hangs out in the Sanderson Tower clinics at the children's hospital.

From diagnosis to TikTok: Children’s of Mississippi toddler shares Type 1 diabetes journey

Published on Monday, April 6, 2026

With humor and energy, Dr. Nathan Tullos engages the audience during UMMC’s Last Lecture, blending personal stories with lessons on purpose and perseverance.

Tullos bridges ‘Indiana Jones,’ science career, guiding principles in ‘Last Lecture’

Published on Monday, April 6, 2026

Dr. Billie Rhea Philllips receives a gift bag from Dr.  Lesley J. Thweatt, left, assistant professor of education for the School of Nursing, during the PhD in Nursing program 25th anniversary event.

PhD in nursing program marks 25 years of skill building, research activity

Published on Monday, April 6, 2026

Smiling with a $10 million gift from the Gertrude C. Ford Foundation are, from left, Dr.  Rod Rocconi, Ergon Chair for Cancer Research and CCRI director; Dr. LouAnn Woodward, vice chancellor for health affairs; Stephen Sims, president of the Gertrude C. Ford Foundation; Mary Catherine Blackwell, secretary of the Gertrude C. Ford Foundation; John Lewis, treasurer of the Gertrude C. Ford Foundation; and Dr. Alan Jones, associate vice chancellor for health affairs.

UMMC Cancer Center and Research Institute announces public phase of $125M campaign

Published on Monday, March 30, 2026

Dr. Alan Jones, Dr. Tina Martin, Michael Johnson, Lisa Johnson, Dr. LouAnn Woodward and Dr. Glenn Boyce gathered this month to recognize the start of the Johnson Scholars program.

$5M family donation boosts scholarships for School of Nursing at Oxford

Published on Monday, March 30, 2026

The new adolescent psychiatric unit designed to serve teens ages 13-17 offers individual therapy, goal-oriented group therapy, recreational group therapy, mindfulness activities, yoga, social skills training and access to a hospital-based accredited school to support continued education during treatment at the children's hospital.

Children’s of Mississippi opens adolescent acute psychiatric unit

Published on Monday, March 30, 2026

Frances Croft, manager-community and annual giving at UMMC, collects a donation from Samanda Summers at City Sweep benefitting the children's hospital. Lindsay McMurtray/ UMMC Communications

Photos: From Beads to Big Smiles, St. Paddy’s Celebrations Support Children’s of Mississippi

Published on Monday, March 30, 2026

Reid Fracchia and Kate Purdom announce their match in urology and internal medicine at UMMC during School of Medicine Match Day ceremony.

'Matching' students reminisce about caring doctors who shaped their career paths

Published on Monday, March 23, 2026

Royal blue is more than a flattering color for Bryce Ramsey. She wears it often to call attention to colorectal cancer screening.

Front and Center: Bryce Ramsey

Published on Monday, March 23, 2026

Hannah Lee of Jackson shows off the 2026 Run the Rainbow half marathon medal after finishing her race.

Photos: The fourth annual Run the Rainbow for Children’s

Published on Monday, March 23, 2026

Wade Watts enjoys an afternoon outside with his family, from left, his son Everett; his wife, Sara; and his daughter Chaney Claire.

UMMC delivers life-saving transplant during system outage

Published on Monday, March 16, 2026