Ardarian D. Pierre, MD
Specialties: Family Medicine, Geriatrics
Gender: Female
Biography: Ardarian Gilliam Pierre, MD, is an Assistant Professor at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. A native of Verona, Mississippi, she was a graduate of Mississippi University for Women, and a graduate of the American University of Antigua. She completed her Family Medicine residency followed by a fellowship in Geriatrics and Gerontology at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Dr. Pierre is the chair of the Family Medicine Patient Advisory Committee and attends a host of national and local medical meetings throughout the year. She is an active member of American Academy of Family Physicians, American Geriatric Society, Mississippi State Medical Association, Mississippi Medical and Surgical Associates, Group on Women in Medicine and Science, and Mississippi Academy of Family Physicians. She is a new author of a book entitled, "Doctor Moms." Dr. Pierre enjoys traveling, bowling, and cooking with her family.
My Approach to Healthcare
As a Family Medicine physician and Geriatrician, I specialize in treating patients of all ages. I have a comprehensive approach to patient care that focuses on education, treatment, and healthy aging. I chose to specialize in Geriatrics as I've always had an affinity for older individuals' wisdom and knowledge. I aim to maintain their best quality of life, physical function, and cognitive performance as much as possible. I believe in open and honest communication welcomed by a warm and inviting environment for doing so.
Practice Locations
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Flowood Family Medicine - UMMC
2466 Flowood Drive, Flowood, MS 39232 View Location |
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UMMC Colony Park South
326 Commerce Center Drive, Ridgeland, MS 39157 View Location |
Accepted Insurance Plans
The University of Mississippi Medical Center accepts all plans, but may not be an in-network provider with your plan. We encourage you to contact your insurer and ask if the plan is in network with UMMC. Always contact your insurance carrier for specific coverage information.
*Note: Grenada and Holmes County locations have different payor contracts. Oral Surgeons are considered in-network to the medical health plans listed below NOT dental.
Medicare health insurance plans
- Humana Medicare Advantage
- Medicare - Fee For Service
- Railroad Medicare - Fee for Service
- Shared Health Mississippi
- United Healthcare (except DSNP)
- Vantage Health Plan - Medicare Advantage
- Wellcare - Medicare Advantage
Medicaid health plans
- Mississippi Medicaid
- MS CAN - Magnolia Health Plan, Molina HealthCare, United Healthcare
- Medicaid MS CHIP - Molina MS CHIP and United Healthcare
Dental plans
- Always Care
- Medicaid
- MS CAN - Magnolia Health Plan, Molina HealthCare, United Healthcare
- Ambetter - Magnolia Health Plan
Commercial, Marketplace and other health plans
- Always Care - Dental & Vision
- Avesis (Molina)
- Aetna Health Management
- Ambetter - Magnolia Health Plan
- American Life Care - PHCS/Multiplan
- Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi
- Cenpatico - Behavioral Health
- Cigna PPO and Behavioral Health (excludes transplants)
- Corvel Healthcare Corp
- First Choice Health Plan - includes Humana PPO Commercial, but not Humana Medicare Advantage
- First Health Network/Coventry - Aetna
- Government Employees Health Insurance Association (GEHA) - United Healthcare
- Hattiesburg Clinic Professional Association - MPCN
- Interlink Health Services - Transplant Services
- LifeTrac - Transplant Services
- Mississippi Department of Rehab Services (MDRS)
- Mississippi Health Partners (MHP) - Family Medicine Only
- Mississippi Physicians Care Network (MPCN)
- Mississippi State Hospital
- Mississippi State and School Employees' Health Insurance Plan (AHS Network administered by Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi)
- Multiplan - PHCS/American Life Care
- North Mississippi Health Link
- OptumHealth Care Solutions, Inc. - Transplant Services
- OptumHealth VA CCN
- PPO Plus, LLC/Zelis/Stratose
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- Tricare
- United Healthcare - PPO Commercial, CHIP, MSCAN, Behavioral Health
- Vantage Health Plan - Commercial, PPACA Plan and Medicare Advantage Plan
- Veterans Administration
Education
| Board Certification: | Family Medicine, Family Medicine, Geriatric Medicine |
| Fellowship: | University of Mississippi Medical Center |
| Medical Education: | American University of Antigua |
| Residency: | University of Mississippi Medical Center |
Experience
Specialty Certification Licensure
| Certification, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, American Heart Association | 02/2014 - 10/2017 |
| Certification, Basic Life Support, American Heart Association | 12/2023 - Present |
| Certification, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, American Heart Association | 12/2023 - Present |
| Certification, MOCA certified | 08/2021 - Present |
| DEA, Self | 03/2024 - 03/2027 |
| Licensure, Ohio | 04/2024 - 04/2026 |
| Licensure, Florida | 01/2025 - 01/2027 |
| Licensure, Mississippi | 06/2024 - 06/2025 |
| Licensure, Tennessee | 01/2025 - 01/2027 |
| Certification, American Board of Family Medicine |
Honors, Awards, and Recognition
| Fellow of American Academy of Family Physicians, The Degree of Fellow recognizes AAFP members who have distinguished themselves among their colleagues, as well as in their communities, by their service to family medicine, by their advancement of health care to the American people, and by their professional development through medical education and research. Fellows of the AAFP are recognized as champions of family medicine. They are the physicians who make family medicine the premier specialty in service to their community and profession." | 2025 |
| Physician Author Signing Event, Barnes & Noble- Tupelo hosted a "hometown book signing" to celebrate my children's book entitled Doctor Moms. During the event, families from local and surrounding areas had the opportunity to join a meet and greet session to expound on what it means to be a doctor mom. | 2025 |
| Physician Author Signing Event, Barnes & Noble- Ridgeland hosted a local book signing celebration to support my children's book entitled Doctor Moms. During the event, families from local and surrounding areas had the opportunity to join a meet and greet session to expound on what it means to be a doctor mom. In addition, a storytime session was held for families with over 40 children in attendance and participating. | 2024 |
| Classroom Mom, Mannsdale Upper Elementary- Classroom Mom is an honor as I was chosen to support the teacher by coordinating class room events and serving as a liaison between teachers and parents. I have the distinct honor of organizing and chaperoning classroom and general school events. Furthermore, this position ignites a positive relationship with each child in the classroom. | 2024 |
| Community Champion, Women for Progress- I was selected as community champion by this women’s organization as someone who volunteers and promotes the enhancement of the community. I have also been titled a “health champion” for promoting physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing to attain a better life for those in our community. | 2024 |
| Doctor of Distinction, Mississippi State Medical Association- I was awarded the honor of Doctor of Distinction after completing the Physician Leadership Academy. This project consists of in-depth program consisting of sessions that focus on advocacy training, emotional intelligence, professional development, and leadership training. | 2023 |
| American Academy of Family Physicians' Family Physician of the Year, AAFP honors all members for bravery, courage, compassion, and sacrifice in response to COVID 19 | 2021 |
| UMMC Diversity and Inclusion Champion & Professional Development, Office of Diversity and Inclusion- In this program, I learned foundational and advanced concepts essential to skill-building, cultural competency, and creating an inclusive work and learning environment. After consultations with leaders and subject matter experts, I applied this knowledge to supporting my instructional approach with learners to sustain an inclusive climate for the betterment of our institution. | 2021 |
| Basic Medical Spanish, UMMC Cultural Competency & Education-In this course, I learned information on hispanic culture, Spanish language, grammar, medical terminology, and strategies for effective communication. This has played a vital role in my ability to communicate with our growing Hispanic population in our outpatient clinics. It builds rapport and trust for me as the physician providing their care. | 2021 |
| Physician Spotlight, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc-During COVID, I was recognized by my sorority for courageous and inspiring efforts by educating the community on vaccinations and wellness during that time. | 2021 |
| Parent of the Year, McWillie Elementary- During COVID, I realized that a number of the teachers and parents at my children’s school needed education about the disease and vaccinations offered to help with prevention. I was recognized for implementing educational sessions to discuss the benefits and risks of the vaccine. | 2020 |
| Mark Pogue Award, University of Missisippi Family Medicine Residency awards one graduating resident with the humanitarian award in honor of Dr. Mark Pogue | 2017 |