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Physician commended twice for service; UMMC named top employer

Physician commended twice for service; UMMC named top employer

Tuesday, September 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

Lloyd Gray of The Hardin Foundation

Hardin Foundation pledges $2.5M for “once-in-a-generation” UMMC cancer center expansion

Tuesday, September 2, 2025

The campaign to build a new facility for the UMMC Cancer Center and Research Institute has netted a 10-year commitment from a leading education philanthropy organization in Mississippi. Read More

Dr. Frederick Asher, professor of medicine, talks with patient, Michael Martin, as members of his team, from left, Dr. Stephen Cole, resident; Megan Walker, medical student; Dr. Hannah Bell , resident; and Kaitlyn Barber Newbaker, medical student, look on.

That’s My Job: Hospitalists

Hospitalists care for patients at their most vulnerable, whether that’s an adult facing a complex illness or a child admitted for the first time. From bedside teaching to family communication, they are the experts of inpatient care, providing a seamless experience from admission to discharge.

Published on Tuesday, September 2, 2025

Dr. Kimberly Sanford has been performing robotic surgeries for over 15 years.

Robotic surgery now available at UMMC Grenada

Patients in north Mississippi can now benefit from minimally invasive care, as surgeons at UMMC Grenada are performing robotic surgeries with the da Vinci XI system. The advanced technology means smaller incisions, faster recovery and care close to home.

Published on Tuesday, September 2, 2025

Sgt. Shanice Mays oversees officers working the night shift, a time when the Emergency Department is among the areas her unit visits.

Front and Center: Shanice Mays

Sgt. Shanice Mays’ current beat involves helping take care of the staff in the Emergency Department when needed. It’s the kind of challenge she’s been accustomed to her entire career.

Published on Tuesday, September 2, 2025

Milestones

1948: School of Nursing forerunner founded

During its 70-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 Monday, August 25, 2025

Access to care and support for rural hospitals are among the ways Mississippi’s infant mortality rate can be lowered, health experts say.

UMMC part of the solution to infant mortality public health emergency

Published on Monday, August 25, 2025

Children's of Mississippi patient Zy'ion Meardry of Waynesboro smiles for a photo with Seymour.

Photos and Video: Sports fun at Children’s of Mississippi

Published on Monday, August 25, 2025

Traditional BSN students Valerie Camargo, left, and Audrey Ezell practice clinical skills.

‘Truly life-changing’: Bedford Falls Foundation – DAF’s $2M grant opens door to UMMC School of Nursing for students in need

Published on Monday, August 18, 2025

The newest hypertension guidance calls for earlier diagnosis and treatment to reduce risk of a variety of health problems.

UMMC professor emeritus leads development of new hypertension guideline

Published on Monday, August 18, 2025

Kimberly Burt, of Jackson, walks the hallway of the clinical lab at The MIND Center as part of her participation in a study that aims to identify some of the root causes of dementia.

MIND Center research informs community understanding, treatment of brain disease

Published on Monday, August 18, 2025

New Radiological Sciences student Michelle Zhang, receives her white coat from Dr. Lee Brown, left and SHRP Dean Jay Garner, during orientation week at the school.

Photos: Students get a touch of class as school year begins

Published on Monday, August 18, 2025

Immunotherapy research led by UMMC cancer center director offers patients new hope

Immunotherapy research led by UMMC cancer center director offers patients new hope

Published on Monday, August 18, 2025

Amanda and Payton Lockey donated $1 million to the capital campaign for the UMMC Cancer Center for Research Institute.

Mississippi couple’s health care journey prompts $1M donation to transform cancer outcomes

Published on Monday, August 11, 2025

U.S. Sen. Roger Wicker and Olivia Trusty, FCC Commissioner, center, toured the Mississippi Center for Emergency Services last Wednesday. From left are Will Appleby, manager of Med-Com, Jeremy Benson, director of MCES, Marty Burgess, technical manager of MCES, and Dr. Kendall McKenzie, chair of emergency medicine.

Telehealth poised to expand in scope, benefit from federal initiative

Published on Monday, August 11, 2025

The 2029 School of Medicine Class is 170 students strong.

New medical students put on the coat with a ‘kind of deep magic’

Published on Monday, August 11, 2025

Communications leader named to national post; PhD program boosted by grant

Communications leader named to national post; PhD program boosted by grant

Published on Monday, August 4, 2025

Dr. Twila Rawson has provided care to Mississippi children for four decades.

Front and Center: Dr. Twila Rawson

Published on Monday, August 4, 2025

Liz Graves, project manager for Safe Kids Mississippi, offers school supplies to Kylie, Mikiyah and Mikel Johnson of Greenville.

Children’s of Mississippi promotes back-to-school health in Greenville

Published on Monday, August 4, 2025

Dr. Molly Ratcliff, second from left, directs the UMMC Student Recruitment Committee meeting while other members including, from left, Dr. Jan Williams of the School of Graduate Studies in the Health Sciences, Andi Cruthirds of the School of Health Related Professions look on.

That’s My Job: Admissions Counselors

Published on Monday, July 28, 2025

Milestones

2005: ‘Southern Remedy’ makes its debut

Published on Monday, July 28, 2025

Bryan Hill, a University of West Florida graduate student, works alongside Stacia Yoakam, a member of the professional archaeological crew.

Asylum Hill graves relinquish stories, surprises to field school students

Published on Monday, July 28, 2025

Yelena Neely, center, a research associate with the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, draws blood from Kevin Wilbert, director of operations for centers and cores in the department, with encouragement from Dr. Ken Butler, professor of pharmacology and toxicology and associate director of the UMMC Biobank.

UMMC Biobank may reap dividends for improved health statewide

Published on Monday, July 28, 2025

Stroke care, young leader recognized

Stroke care, young leader recognized

Published on Monday, July 28, 2025

Dr. LouAnn Woodward, vice chancellor for health affairs and dean of the School of Medicine, fourth from right, congratulates the Medical Alumni Awards honorees, from left: Dr. D. Stanley Hartness, Dr. Timothy Folse, Dr. Anthony Petro, Dr. Sharon Douglas, (Woodward), Dr. Charles O'Mara, Dr. James Dustin Gentry and Dr. G. Rodney Meeks.

Ceremony celebrates physicians whose work ‘shines a light everywhere’

Published on Monday, July 28, 2025