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Current Residents

Tyler R. Morton, MD
Program: Orthopedic Surgery & Rehabilitation
Year: PGY I
Hometown: Madison, MS
Undergrad School: Mississippi State University
Medical School: University of Mississippi School of Medicine

Why did you choose UMMC?:
I chose UMMC for its people and culture. The residents foster a supportive yet accountable environment that pushes each other to improve. The program offers broad pathology and early autonomy in both patient care and the operating room. I am confident UMMC will prepare me to become a skilled and confident orthopaedic surgeon.

Biography Information:
Tyler is a native of the Jackson, MS metro area. He graduated from Madison Central High School and earned his undergraduate degree from Mississippi State University. Outside of medicine, his interests include spending time with his family, golf, hunting & fishing, concerts and following Mississippi State athletics.


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