Amanda R. Rice, MD
Specialties: Family Medicine
Gender: Female
Biography: Dr. Amanda Rice is native of Jackson, MS who graduated from Mississippi College in 2001. After graduation from college, Dr. Rice attended University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, KS. Due to her roots, she returned to complete Family Medicine residency at University of Mississippi Medical Center in 2011. Dr. Rice has practiced medicine in Mississippi serving patients in rural area and Jackson metro area. Dr. Rice has served as a physician in multiple compacities including private practice and as Chief Medical Officer at a Federally Qualified Health Center. Dr. Rice returned to UMMC in 2019 to become faculty in the Department of Family Medicine. Since being at UMMC, Dr. Rice has become core faculty at the residency program and continues to see her own panel of patients at the Flowood family medicine clinic. Dr. Rice is board certified in family medicine, a member of the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine, and Group on Women in Medicine and Science. She is committed to patient care and has a passion for educating patients, community health, and educating learners. Outside of Medicine, Dr. Rice enjoys spending time with her family, serves as youth mentor, and enjoys singing.
My Approach to Healthcare
As a family medicine physician, I strive to provide individualized care and treat the whole person. My goal is to be an integral part of each patient's healthcare journey by offering appropriate treatment, education and fostering a trusting patient-physician relationship while also participating in shared decision-making and understanding the impact of socioeconomical factors on a patient's health. I take pride in advocating for each patient and serving as not only their provider but also a resource for continuity of care, support through all stages life, and making an impact in their lives.
Education
| Board Certification: | Family Medicine |
| Internship: | University of Mississippi School of Medicine |
| Medical Education: | University of Kansas School of Medicine |
| Residency: | University of Mississippi Medical Center |
Experience
Current Positions
| Associate Professor, School of Medicine, Department of Family Medicine Resrch & Tching Center, UMMC, Jackson, MS | 07/2026 - Present |
| Associate Program Director, School of Medicine, Department of Family Medicine Resrch & Tching Center, University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, MS | 07/2026 - Present |
| M4 Clinical Course Director, School of Medicine, Department of Family Medicine Resrch & Tching Center, University of Mississippi Medical Center, MS | 2025 - Present |
Specialty Certification Licensure
| Re-certification, American Board of Family Medicine | 04/2013 - Present |
| Licensure, Medical, Mississippi State Medical Board | 06/2011 - 06/2026 |
Honors, Awards, and Recognition
| Early- Career Faculty Award Recipient, Group on Women in Medicine and Science (GWIMS) | 2026 |
| Early- Career Faculty Award Nominee, Group on Women in Medicine and Science (GWIMS) | 2025 |
| Trailblazer Award for Excellence in Medical Student Education, UMMC | 2025 |
| Emerging Leaders Fellowship recipient, Society of Teachers in Family Medicine | 2024 |
| GWIMS Leadership Development Program, Group on Women in Medicine and Science | 2024 |
| Executive Leadership Award, G.A. Carmichael Family Health Centers | 2023 |
| Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians, American Academy of Physicians | 2023 |