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Genetic counselors Emily Boothe, second from left, and Laura Hendon, right, are joined by School of Medicine Assistant Professor Dr. Laura Coats, left, and Assistant Professor Dr.Maryam Syed at a Rare Disease Day poster symposium at the School of Medicine.

UMMC genetic counselors: New licensing law benefits patients, providers

Monday, June 2, 2025

Legislation signed into law earlier this year will result in greater peace of mind and improved care for patients and may attract more genetic counselors to the state. Read More

Phi Kappa Phi announces inductees; researchers published in prestigious journal

Phi Kappa Phi announces inductees; researchers published in prestigious journal

Monday, June 2, 2025

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. Read More

In this 2024 photo, Clinical Research coordinator Thomas Hudson draws blood from Jacqualine Ellis of Flora, a participant in three long COVID clinical trials.

That’s My Job: Research Recruiters

Recruiters connect with participants as the unsung heroes of medical research studies.

Published on Monday, June 2, 2025

Once young patients at UMMC, registered nurses and sisters Logan, left, and Erin Dorsey are part of the care team at Children’s of Mississippi.

Nursing at Children’s of Mississippi ‘dream come true’ for former patients Logan and Erin Dorsey

Inspired by the Children’s of Mississippi and UMMC nurses who cared for them as children facing sickle cell disease and bone marrow transplants, Logan and Erin Dorsey are now caring for children with cancer and blood disorders as registered nurses.

Published on Monday, June 2, 2025

Cutting the ribbon on Monday for the opening of the new burn unit are, front row from left, Kayla Hubbard of Magee; Dr. Juvonda Hodge, director of the Mississippi Burn Center; Dr. LouAnn Woodward, vice chancellor for health affairs; Dr. Alan Jones, associate vice chancellor for health affairs; Kenneth Clark of Waynesboro. Behind are, Dr. Daniel Edney, state health officer; Dr. Peter Arnold, chief of the Division of Plastic Surgery; Dr. Al Rankins, IHL commissioner; Sherry Riser, nursing director; Gee Ogletree, IHL president; and Senator Walter Michel.

UMMC makes Burn Center opening official with a ribbon-cutting ceremony

UMMC has expanded its ability to care for burn patients with the opening of a new dedicated burn unit. As one of only a few comprehensive burn facilities established in the U.S. in the last 20 years, the center brings the Medical Center’s advanced, coordinated burn care together under one roof.

Published on Monday, June 2, 2025

Milestones

2005: Mississippi physician leads American Medical Association

During its 69-year history, the University of Mississippi Medical Center has made contributions to the state, and the world, in medicine, science and education. Each month, we’ll recognize at least one of these major accomplishments.

Published on Tuesday, May 27, 2025

Doctor of Medicine graduate Boris Kuyeb.

Photos: UMMC Commencement 2025

Published on Tuesday, May 27, 2025

Graduates from the schools of Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, Graduate Studies in the Health Sciences, Population Health and Health Related Professions were applauded by friends and family during ceremonies at the Mississippi Coliseum.

UMMC celebrates the graduating class of 2025

Published on Friday, May 23, 2025

Congratulating 2025 Project SEARCH participant Karliyion Price, center, are Tommy Burnham, job skills trainer and Jasmine Lee, teaching assistant and job skills trainer.

Project SEARCH a safe place to thrive for graduates

Published on Monday, May 19, 2025

Women’s leadership members collect honors; two departments recognized for patient care standards

Women’s leadership members collect honors; two departments recognized for patient care standards

Published on Monday, May 19, 2025

Taylor Lefler enjoyed working closely with other graduates during her School of Population Health PhD biostatistics and data science studies as seen in this 2022 photo during a student body meeting.

#2025UMMCGrad: Love of games, puzzles lead to student’s future career

Published on Monday, May 19, 2025

School of Nursing Alumna of the Year Heather Pierce, left, is joined by Dr. Chelsea Andries, 2025 School of Nursing Early Career Achievement Award winner.

Pierce, Andries win UMMC School of Nursing alumni honors

Published on Monday, May 12, 2025

TEACH Prize honoree Dr. Katie Barber, center, receives congratulations and a $10,000 facsimile check from Regions Bank officials LoRose Moore, far left, and Myer Mack, far right. Between them are, from left, Dr. Donna Strum, dean of the School of Pharmacy; Dr. Scott Rodgers, associate vice chancellor for academic affairs; and Dr. LouAnn Woodward, vice chancellor for health affairs and dean of the School of Medicine.

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

Published on Monday, May 12, 2025

Dr. Jay Garner, dean of the School of Health Related Professions, is joined, from left,  by Dr. Kristi Moore, 2025 Alumnus of the Year, Dr. Luke Bynum, Early Career Achievement Award winner, and Dr. Whitney Bondurant, SHRP Alumni Board President.

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

Published on Monday, May 12, 2025

Katie Rachel, RN II, hands a UMMC-branded beverage mug to Lori Harris, diagnostic sonographer, during Employee Appreciation Week in 2024.

Employee Appreciation Week offers daily goodies

Published on Monday, May 12, 2025

Heather Wise, operational decision support manager in the Office of Nursing Excellence

Front and Center: Heather Wise

Published on Monday, May 12, 2025

Jordan Mallette earns a PhD from the School of Graduate Studies in the Health Sciences this month, establishing her career in research and education.

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

Published on Monday, May 12, 2025

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

Video: Cancer patient takes the field

Published on Monday, May 12, 2025

Liza Owens, who is earning a master's degree in the Health Systems Administration program, is a registered respiratory therapist and works at UMMC as a tracheostomy educator.

#2025UMMCGrad: Experience leads to innovation for Liza Owens

Published on Monday, May 5, 2025

Faculty members, clinics are national-level exemplars

Faculty members, clinics are national-level exemplars

Published on Monday, May 5, 2025

Nurse Lakeeba Hutchins, left, and Brigitta Strutchen, burn center administrator, work in UMMC's new dedicated burn center.

UMMC opens dedicated burn unit to expand statewide care

Published on Monday, May 5, 2025

From left, Dr. Martin Tucker with Martin Family, Dr. Gloria Howard Martin; Rachel Butler; and Brent Martin at the endowed chair ceremony.

Endowed chair in obstetrics and gynecology honors Dr. James N. Martin Jr. and Dr. Gloria Howard Martin

Published on Monday, May 5, 2025

Base Pair founder Dr. Rob Rockhold and Hattiesburg High teacher and Base Pair leader Mariah Hawkins discuss students’ research in the high school laboratory.

Base Pair expansion powers the promise of future researchers

Published on Monday, May 5, 2025

Iesha Smith is wrapping up her first full semester as a faculty member in the doctoral degree program in occupational therapy while also working at Children’s of Mississippi.

Front and Center: Iesha Smith

Published on Monday, April 28, 2025

Hang Nguyen of Biloxi is a 2025 graduate from the UMMC School of Dentistry.

#2025UMMCGrad: Hang Nguyen

Published on Monday, April 28, 2025