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Dr. Ian Hoppe holds patient Mila Medders after a series of plastic surgeries repaired her right ear.

Children’s of Mississippi plastic surgeons rebuild ear after injury

Monday, November 18, 2024

Mila Medders has a new ear thanks to a series of plastic surgeries at Children’s of Mississippi. The 14-month-old is now pointing at her new ear and recognizing it as her own. Read More

Recipients of the 2024 Office of the Associate Vice Chancellor for Research Excellence Awards present at Friday's ceremony pose with their framed certificates.

Annual awards recognize faculty achievements in research

Monday, November 18, 2024

A field of researchers from 16 departments and four schools took home Excellence in Research Awards on Friday. Read More

UMMC’s overall school enrollment continues to climb

The Medical Center has reached another high for the number of learners enrolled in the fall. Most campus schools registered an increase, with the School of Nursing leading the way.

Published on Monday, November 11, 2024

Rainbow Academy enhances learning opportunities for Children’s of Mississippi patients

Science, art and storytime are a few of the Rainbow Academy activities for Children’s of Mississippi patients. Named for the familiar rainbow logo, Rainbow Academy includes lesson time for children in activity rooms and videos they can enjoy through the MyChart Bedside app.

Published on Monday, November 4, 2024

Graduate School honors outstanding alumni, research

The School of Graduate Studies in the Health Sciences honored two of its alumni, each from different parts of the medical research realm, during its annual Distinguished Alumni Ceremony and Research Day.

Published on Monday, October 28, 2024

UMMC surgeon delivers life-changing care for breast cancer survivors with advanced reconstruction

After battling breast cancer and undergoing a double mastectomy, Audra Shepherd faced a devastating setback when severe complications threatened her recovery. With time running out, she found hope in a specialized team at UMMC.

Published on Monday, October 21, 2024

Golden retriever Hollywood joins Children’s of Mississippi care team

Published on Monday, October 14, 2024

Beefed-up security measures highlight busy month for UMMC PD

Published on Monday, October 7, 2024

UMMC chosen to lead one of five national hubs for community-led health care research

Published on Monday, October 7, 2024

UMMC surgeons reconstruct teen’s arm after life-threatening accident

Published on Monday, September 30, 2024

UMMC’s first-ever Honors College welcomes inaugural class

Published on Monday, September 23, 2024

Dr. John Hall celebrates 50 years of research, teaching at UMMC

Published on Monday, September 16, 2024

‘Changemakers’ Keeton, Thames to be lionized at inaugural gala

Published on Monday, September 9, 2024

UMMC pediatric cardiologist livestreams surgery for an international audience

Published on Monday, September 9, 2024

UMMC provides two decades of care to Mississippi Braves players

Published on Tuesday, September 3, 2024

UMMC Grenada nurse uses cancer journey to encourage patients

Published on Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders renovations add comfort to world-class care

Published on Friday, August 23, 2024

UMMC launches free tele-mental health clinic for public university students

Published on Monday, August 19, 2024

Indomitable spirit, skilled care aids healing in Mississippi Burn Center patient

Published on Monday, August 12, 2024

Their ‘greatest journey’ begins: Class of 2028 dons ‘coat of compassion’

Published on Monday, August 12, 2024

Photos: New students beginning classes at UMMC

Published on Monday, August 12, 2024

UMMC takes heart patient from lethal diagnosis back to athletic powerhouse

Published on Monday, August 5, 2024

Inspiring, innovative – Hall of Famers, distinguished alumni are celebrated

Published on Monday, July 29, 2024

‘Doctor Moms’: Physician coauthors children’s book about balancing motherhood and medicine

Published on Monday, July 22, 2024

Meyers family welcomes quintuplets with care from UMMC collaborative team

Published on Monday, July 15, 2024