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Recent News Stories from UMMC News

Makayla Campbell of Jackson, with support from physical therapist Kara Hudson and dad Maris Campbell, practices climbing stairs in the new Children's Rehabilitative Services space.

Children’s Rehabilitative Services moves to Sanderson Tower

Monday, January 13, 2025

Occupational, physical and speech therapy and more relocated from UMMC’s circle tower, bringing care to a more convenient location and making room for adolescent psychiatric unit construction to begin in February. Read More

Nise Branson, a mail clerk at UMMC's post office, sorts mail for the Medical Center's many departments.

That’s My Job: Receiving and Post Office

Monday, January 13, 2025

When you have the supplies and mail you need, thank the members of the Receiving and Postal teams. An essential part of Medical Center operations is the work of these Supply Chain team members, who process hundreds of shipments and letters every day. Read More

Dr. Louann Woodward, vice chancellor of the University of Mississippi Medical Center, is joined by Alabel Wiser, widow of Dr. Winfred L. Wiser, as Dr. J. Martin Tucker receives the Wiser chair.

Dr. J. Martin Tucker named Winfred L. Wiser Chair in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Dr. J. Martin Tucker, a respected leader in women’s health care, has been named the Winfred L. Wiser Chair in Obstetrics and Gynecology at UMMC. The endowed chair honors Dr. Winfred L. Wiser, a trailblazer in the field whose leadership and vision transformed health care in Mississippi and beyond.

Published on Monday, January 13, 2025

UMMC makes strides in 2024

2024 marked a year of firsts in medicine, research and education at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. As a new year begins, take a look back at some of the progress and accomplishments of the past 12 months.

Published on Monday, January 6, 2025

Jill Bayles was recently appointed director of the Office of Patient Experience.

Front and Center: Jill Bayles

Jill Bayles is stepping into a new role as the director of the Office of Patient Experience, bringing decades of clinical experience and years of leadership to the position. With a passion for patient care and communication, Bayles aims to enhance connections between patients and providers while fostering a positive community culture at UMMC.

Published on Monday, January 6, 2025

Mississippi's 2024 Children's Miracle Network Hospitals Champion Ava Clarke Edney will serve as one of 14 National Champions this year.

CMNH selects Mississippi Champion Ava Clarke Edney for national role

Children’s of Mississippi experts have cared for Ava Clarke, a junior at Northwest Rankin, since her infancy, treating her for vision problems that stem from albinism. This year, she’ll represent the state’s only children’s hospital as one of 14 Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals National Champions.

Published on Thursday, January 2, 2025