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Dr. William Geissler talks with Jorge Juan, a pitcher for the Mississippi Braves, about a wrist injury.

UMMC provides two decades of care to Mississippi Braves players

Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Since the first M-Braves pitch was thrown in 2005, UMMC experts have been part of the Double-A baseball team, serving as team physicians and providing sports medicine and imaging care. Read More

Registered Nurse Jessica Greer is all smiles after ringing the cancer bell at UMMC Grenada.

UMMC Grenada nurse uses cancer journey to encourage patients

Tuesday, September 3, 2024

A significant moment in Jessica Greer’s cancer journey was becoming the second person to ring the new bell at UMMC Grenada, a symbol that celebrates the end of treatment and the strength and hope of patients. Read More

Research enterprise reaches nearly $118M for fiscal 2024

Researchers received a near-record level of funding from grants and awards in fiscal 2024, thanks to more support at the federal level. It bolstered two longstanding sponsored programs vital to expanding health care access to underserved communities in Mississippi.

Published on Tuesday, September 3, 2024

1971: Medical Center takes a SHRP turn

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 Monday, August 26, 2024

Front and Center: Dr. Harrison Hicks

A few years ago, when Dr. Harrison Hicks was a college student, a rare disease overtook him, numbing his body but not his heart. In fact, it strengthened within him feelings he will hold onto for the rest of his professional and personal life.

Published on Monday, August 26, 2024

That’s My Job: Clinical Research

Medical science’s greatest advances are often the result of clinical trials meticulously organized on the front end by an often anonymous support staff. Those roles are often just as vital to successful patient outcomes as the names on printed publications.

Published on Monday, August 26, 2024

Survivor University pilot program empowers cancer patients with holistic support, education

Published on Monday, August 26, 2024

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

Published on Friday, August 23, 2024

Resident is ‘Rising Star,’ Women in Medicine group chooses board

Published on Monday, August 19, 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

More than a month old, Meyers babies are growing strong

Published on Monday, August 12, 2024

Photos: New students beginning classes at UMMC

Published on Monday, August 12, 2024

Medical Center, faculty, student and caregivers on national stage

Published on Monday, August 12, 2024

UMMC receives $1M in federal funds to combat syphilis in Mississippi

Published on Monday, August 5, 2024

UMMC researchers lead landmark inflammation study

Published on Monday, August 5, 2024

UMMC takes heart patient from lethal diagnosis back to athletic powerhouse

Published on Monday, August 5, 2024

1969: New program enables UMMC to treat young cancer patients

Published on Monday, July 29, 2024

Stroke Center, pediatric researchers cited for achievements

Published on Monday, July 29, 2024

Front and Center: Dr. Charulochana Subramony

Published on Monday, July 29, 2024

Construction of Center for Medically Fragile Children underway

Published on Monday, July 29, 2024

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

Published on Monday, July 29, 2024

Front and Center: Nechole Sullivan

Published on Monday, July 22, 2024

See, Test and Treat event in Holmes County offers free screening

Published on Monday, July 22, 2024