Dermatology Connection - Spring 2024 - University of Mississippi Medical Center

From the Chair

As spring unfolds with renewed energy and growth, I’m reminded of the remarkable momentum within our department. This season reflects the spirit of progress that defines our work, from the growth of our clinical research program to the expansion of clinical services to the accomplishments of our residents and faculty.

Faculty List

Review our most recent information for current faculty.

Alumni Focus

We are pleased to spotlight two of our UMMC residency alumni, Drs. Caroline Crabtree and Ashton Davis!

Provider Awards, Honors, and Distinguished Presentations

We are proud to announce awards, honors, and distinguished presentations received/completed by our faculty and residents over the last six months. Please join us in congratulating them for their accomplishments as well as all of the hard work that went into earning recognition!

Resident, Fellow, and Trainee Updates

We are excited to announce our new residents and fellows who will be joining UMMC Dermatology, and provide updates on our current residents and medical student trainees. Pictured is Katie Trettin, MD, chief resident for the 2025-2026 academic year.

Recent and Upcoming 2025 Grand Rounds Lectures

The Dermatology Department is extremely thankful to our recent “visiting professors” who participated and lectured at our Grand Rounds events to date, and looks forward to those visiting UMMC throughout 2025.

Research Corner

The Dermatology Clinical Trials Unit and Dermatology Research Team are blazing with productivity this year!

Support UMMC Dermatology

If you would like to be involved in supporting the UMMC Department of Dermatology, we encourage you to visit the below link and contribute to one of our development accounts.

Publications and Presentations

The UMMC Department of Dermatology faculty and residents have had a productive year publishing and teaching at national and regional conferences. Read about the articles and lectures for 2024-25, and those not previously reported.

Newsletter Editors

Editors: Dr. Stephen Helms, Dr. Amy Flischel, Dr. Josh Clark, and Olivia Hutto.

Spring 2024