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Dr. James Keeton and Suzan Thames, who often worked together to make a difference in the lives of Mississippians, will be the honorees during the inaugural Changemakers Gala on November 1 in Jackson. (Photo by Jenny Woodruff Wilson/The Northside Sun)

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

Monday, September 9, 2024

This fall, a first-ever festivity will celebrate two friends whose names are practically synonymous with the University of Mississippi Medical Center, the institution that has prospered for decades under their guidance and generosity. Read More

Children's of Mississippi patient Felton Walker, center, is surrounded by, from left, John Scarborough; Dr. Mary Taylor, Suzan B. Thames Chair and professor of pediatrics; father Chip Walker; mother Liz Walker; Children's of Mississippi CEO Dr. Guy Giesecke; child life manager Cara Williams; and Mary Beth Addington, UMMC clinical operations and special projects manager.

Eagle Scout project unites families at Children’s of Mississippi

Tuesday, May 28, 2024

Felton Walker built two wooden benches that will sit by a memorial to the child of John and Jeanne Scarbrough, Hudson. The Walkers and Scarbroughs forged a friendship following their families’ health journeys. Read More

Bower Foundation MSN graduates educating next generation of nurses

Building a Stronger Future for Nursing in Mississippi, funded by a $3.8 million grant from the Bower Foundation, has graduates who are now nursing educators. The project provided scholarships and stipends for registered nurses to earn their MSN degrees at the UMMC School of Nursing.

Published on Monday, May 20, 2024

Listen and engage: Stray delivers ‘Last Lecture’

Being relatable comes easy for Dr. Stephen Stray – listen to others when they speak and treat them with respect. He shared life lessons tinged with stories of humble beginnings during delivery of the 2024 Last Lecture.

Published on Monday, April 22, 2024

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

The School of Health Related Professions has named Dr. Shannon Singletary as its 2024 Alumnus of the Year and Dr. Britney Reulet as its Early Career Achievement Award winner.

Published on Monday, April 8, 2024

Mississippi Miracles Radiothon raises $335,981 for state’s only children’s hospital

Two days of marathon radio broadcasts added up to support for Children’s of Mississippi from around the state. For on-air personalities, the Mississippi Miracles Radiothon is a labor of love they look forward to each year.

Published on Monday, March 4, 2024