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Video: NICU journey comes full circle 18 years later

Tuesday, September 8, 2026

Born nearly four months premature and weighing just 1 pound, 5 ounces, Hannah faced serious medical challenges from the start. Now 18, she and her mother join Dr. J. Mark Reed to reflect on the care, trust and pivotal decisions that helped shape her journey from the NICU to where she is today. Read More

Dr. Nick Gaouette, second from left, stands with his father, in uniform, his mother and his brother on Sept. 20, 2023, the day he was commissioned as an officer in the U.S. Navy.

UMMC graduates forge careers in military medicine

Monday, August 31, 2026

For medical students committed to military service, the path to residency follows a different timeline. Three UMMC physicians at different stages of that journey offer a glimpse into what comes before — and after — the military match. Read More

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