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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

Monday, April 13, 2026

As a business owner, John Decker is used to handling pressure. What he didn’t expect was how quickly that pressure could turn into a medical emergency and how critical timely care could be. Read More

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

Monday, April 13, 2026

Alumni, faculty, staff and supporters of the UMMC School of Dentistry gathered April 10 for the 43rd Dental Alumni and Friends Awards celebration. The event recognized two graduates whose careers reflect a commitment to service, leadership and advancing dental care in Mississippi. Read More

Persistence pays off in school and at home for SHRP grad

Melinda Warner first recognized health care as a calling years ago, during her first stint working near caregivers. In May, she will graduate from the School of Health Related Professions with a Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences – a testament to her persistence and determination.

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

With more than two decades of experience in psychiatric care, Rebecca Winford is bringing both expertise and compassion to her role as head nurse of the new Adolescent Acute Psychiatric Unit at Children’s of Mississippi.

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

Immunotherapy is reshaping what’s possible for patients with fast‑growing blood cancers. At UMMC’s Cancer Center and Research Institute, BiTE therapy, an innovative treatment that helps the immune system lock onto and destroy cancer cells, is giving patients hope.

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

Diagnosed at age 1, Bain has gained a growing following on TikTok as his family shares his journey, helping others recognize the early signs of Type 1 diabetes in young children.

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

The Oliver family includes, from left, Annie, Candace, Kent and Charlotte.

Transforming care through laughter: Olivers make $500K gift to CCRI

Published on Monday, March 16, 2026

Dr. Caesar Alshibli, clinical research manager in the UMMC Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, helped broker cooperation between the U.S. military and Iraqi civilians while working as a surgical resident in war-torn Iraq in 2003.

Front and Center: Dr. Caesar Alshibli

Published on Monday, March 16, 2026

Anne Travis, right, president and CEO of the Bower Foundation, presents Dr. LouAnn Woodward, vice chancellor for health affairs, with a $10 million check for the UMMC Cancer Center and Research Institute.

Bower Foundation makes $10M gift to campaign for UMMC Cancer Center and Research Institute

Published on Monday, March 9, 2026

Friends of Children’s Hospital's 2025-2026 board of directors includes, from left, Byron Burkhalter, Mark Hosemann, Jordan Bryan, Katherine Woodall, Maggie West, Michael Boerner, Sanford Moore, Dr. Adam Adcock, Ben James, Kirk Sims, Meredith Aldridge, Samantha Moore, Jennifer Johnson, Mary Clift Abdalla, Caitlin Foreman, Dr. Mary Taylor and Jia Scott.

Friends of Children’s Hospital commits $1.5M to psychiatric unit renovation

Published on Monday, March 9, 2026

The long-term commitment of Dr. Caroline Compretta, assistant vice chancellor for research, to health equity, community partnerships and research has landed her in the top echelon of academic achievers.

Compretta earns 2026 SEC Faculty Achievement Award

Published on Monday, March 9, 2026

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Faculty earn national recognition in research, education

Published on Monday, March 9, 2026

Angela Masuku, a registered nurse on 5 Wiser, charts her patient care on paper.

‘This has pulled us together’: UMMC prioritizes care, learning during cyberattack

Published on Monday, March 2, 2026

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Faculty member earns exclusive distinction; future rural practice doctors rewarded

Published on Monday, March 2, 2026

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2003: The telehealth trek begins

Published on Monday, March 2, 2026