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Standouts in family medicine, radiology, physiology in national spotlight

Standouts in family medicine, radiology, physiology in national spotlight

Monday, March 17, 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

Registered dietitian Mary Chosen Caples, left, talks with Milk Lab technician LaToya Spann.

That’s My Job: Registered Dietitians

Monday, March 17, 2025

Every hospital inpatient depends on the University of Mississippi Medical Center’s registered dietitians to keep them healthy and give them the fuel to power their healing. Read More

Recalling dedication of the respiratory therapists at UMMC, Dr. Andy Wilhelm said, "Everyone of them raised their hand when it was their turn. I don't know how many steps they got in every day." Among them, shown in this 2020 file photo, is David Mitchell, who's checking the ventilator of an ICU patient with COVID-19.

Plagued by memories: UMMC leaders reflect on COVID’s 5th anniversary

For our peace of mind, it might seem better to ignore the anniversaries of certain milestones, such as the coming of the 2020 pandemic. No one wants to watch Satan blow out his candles. But, like evil incarnate, the coronavirus lingers, and other pandemics are in the offing. Maybe it’s a good idea, then, to consider the lessons learned by some who learned them as well, or better, than anyone else.

Published on Monday, March 17, 2025

 Runners are shown at the start of Run the Rainbow's 5K course.

Photos: Run the Rainbow for Children’s

Saturday’s storms didn’t dampen enthusiasm for the third annual marathon, half marathon, 10K and 5K race to support the state’s only children’s hospital. More than 1,500 runners registered for the event, which was rescheduled for Sunday morning.

Published on Monday, March 17, 2025

 An AirCare helicopter is shown in flight in this 2021 photo.

A tragic day: AirCare accident claims three lives

The Medical Center is coping with the loss of two first responders and a pilot by honoring their memory and offering support to their families and colleagues.

Published on Monday, March 10, 2025

 Ken Gilner of Madison holds son Jackson while he and wife Courtney prepare for a radio interview.

Mississippi Miracles Radiothon raises $328,641 for children’s hospital

Two marathon days of broadcasting by 13 New South Radio stations have resulted in donations that will add to the care and comfort of patients at Children’s of Mississippi and their families.

Published on Monday, March 10, 2025

 Dr. Lei Zhang, center is joined by co-investigators on the Violence Injury Prevention program, left, and Intimate Partner Violence Initiative, right. Pictured are, front row, from left, Dr. Bill Hillegass, Dr. Laura Vearrier, Zhang, Dr. Erin Dehon and Dr. Andrew Voluse. Back row, from left, are Dr. Carl Mangum, Dr. Matthew Kutcher, Dr. Masoumeh Karimi and Tara Price.

Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research ranks School of Nursing in top quarter for research funding

Published on Monday, March 10, 2025

 Selena Daniel holds one of the medals that Run the Rainbow for Children's marathoners will receive.

Front and Center: Selena Daniel

Published on Monday, March 10, 2025

 Dr. Shannon Orr shares the 2024 findings of the Mississippi Colorectal Center Roundtable during an announcement at the Mississippi Legislature.

Mississippi coalition unites to boost colorectal cancer screenings, save lives

Published on Friday, March 7, 2025

 Breaking ground on the new UMMC School of Nursing are, from left, architect Jim Eley, principal of Eley Guild Hardy Architects; Rep. Clay Deweese, Chairman House Appropriations C; Sen. Josh Harkins, Chairman Senate Finance; Malon Stratton, a fourth-year dental student; Higher Education Commissioner Dr. Alfred Rankins Jr.; Dr. Scott Rodgers, associate vice chancellor for academic affairs; Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann; Dr. LouAnn Woodward, vice chancellor for health affairs; Dr. Pia Chatterjee Kirk, interim dean of the School of Dentistry; Rep. John Read, Chairman House Appropriations A; Gee Ogletree, School of Dentistry alumna and previous IHL board member; Sen. Briggs Hopson, Chairman Senate Appropriations; and Secretary of State Michael Watson.

UMMC School of Dentistry breaks ground for new clinical building

Published on Thursday, March 6, 2025

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Published on Monday, March 3, 2025

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Published on Monday, March 3, 2025

 Dr. Phyllis Bishop sports a baseball uniform in spirit of the 2024 Patient Safety Week theme: Cover Your Bases.

UMMC ‘Jazzed for Patient Safety’ as Annual Celebration Kicks Off

Published on Monday, March 3, 2025

 Cory Steed, field support manager for clinical health care, takes a look at one of the desktop computers at Colony Park South with Jennifer Burnell, ambulatory nurse.

Front and Center: Cory Steed

Published on Monday, March 3, 2025

 Deuce Bloodsaw tells his story on live radio as mom Dr. Nikki Cowan, director of Children’s of Mississippi’s medical-surgical and inpatient psychiatric units, looks on in this photo from 2020.

Mississippi Miracles Radiothon on the air March 6-7

Published on Monday, March 3, 2025

 Dr. Diane Beebe is a member of the 2020 Medical Alumni Chapter Hall of Fame. In this file photo, she accepts her Hall of Fame certificate from Dr. LouAnn Woodward, vice chancellor for health affairs and dean of the School of Medicine, during a formal ceremony held in 2021.

Former family medicine leader endows fund at UMMC

Published on Monday, March 3, 2025

 An artistic digital rendering depicts the future School of Dentistry clinical building.

UMMC School of Dentistry breaks ground on a new building

Published on Monday, February 24, 2025

 Among the team members who help patients and families get the care they need are, from left, Stacy Martin, associate director of ambulatory access; physician schedulers Eleanor Young, Jeremy Moore, Rhett Giordano and Kayla Taylor, associate director of ambulatory access management.

That’s My Job: Physician Scheduler

Published on Monday, February 24, 2025

 Milestones

1994: Conerly’s vice-chancellorship begins

Published on Monday, February 24, 2025

 Orthopaedic residency manager, Cancer Center recognized for excellence

Orthopaedic residency manager, Cancer Center recognized for excellence

Published on Monday, February 24, 2025

 Second quarter research grants top $22 million

Second quarter research grants top $22 million

Published on Monday, February 24, 2025

 Valerie Pettit of Saltillo listens to nurse practitioner Kari Anna Adams as Dr. Omoloro Adeleke checks the heartbeat of baby Everett Helms in the NICU at North Mississippi Medical Center Women's Hospital.

UMMC neonatal experts supporting newborn care in Greenville, Tupelo

Published on Monday, February 17, 2025

 Dr. Keisha Bell ('12), overcame a period of self-doubt and setbacks to become an esteemed physician and teacher at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.

Front and Center: Dr. Keisha Bell

Published on Monday, February 17, 2025

 Faculty honored as outstanding UM alumni, Children’s Hospital CEO chosen for patient safety panel

Faculty honored as outstanding UM alumni, Children’s Hospital CEO chosen for patient safety panel

Published on Monday, February 17, 2025

 Dakota Bibbs, medical student advising director, is framed by one of the intentionally-placed furnishings in his office: an aquarium meant to offer a soothing presence for stressed-out students. Goldfish Veronica, foreground, does her part.

Front and Center: Dakota Bibbs

Published on Monday, February 10, 2025