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2009
September
Helicopter crash victim's family asks for prayers
Pediatric surgery faculty welcomes Liechty
Longtime 'L and D' nurse manager to retire after 40 years at UMMC
New Chair heralds neuroscience growth
Junior League rocks as years roll
Concierge service lightens personal load for patients, staff
Jackson student earns full-tuition scholarship to UMMC
Jackson native receives full-tuition scholarship to UMMC
Madison students earn full-tuition scholarships to UMMC
Benton native receives full-tuition scholarship to UMMC
UMMC physician gets national award
Rankin County students earn full-tuition scholarships to UMMC
UNACARE clinic celebrates 10 years in midtown Jackson
Noted thoracic surgeon joins UMMC
Internal medicine specialist joins UMMC faculty
Kidney specialist joins UMMC faculty
Children's Hospital competing to win gameroom makeover
Noted thoracic surgeon joins UMMC
October
Dentistry faculty, residents bring bright smiles to local kids
Catfish anti-viral immunity study receives $370,000 federal grant
UMHC's Radiation Oncology hosts breast cancer awareness event
Butterfield introduces Pediatric Acquired Brain Injury Act along with over 30 co-sponsors
Batson one of three Children's Miracle Network hospitals to win gameroom makeover
Minority businesses fete Powe, UMMC
UMMC hosts first board meeting for new MIND Center
November
Eli Manning children's clinics partner with Scholastic Classrooms Care program to support literacy
University Heart initiates progressive approach to catheterizations
Martin president-elect of national organization
UMMC's Powe named a Paul Harris fellow
December
University of Mississippi Chancellor Dan Jones comments on Dr. Ed Thompson
Helling aims to elevate UMHC's general surgery profile
Cleland named to UHHS medical post
CDC confirms presence of amoeba in transplant donor, recipient
Statement regarding former employee Jennifer Carter
Tallulah toddler becomes 100th child to receive cochlear implants at UMMC
News Articles
2010
January
UMMC patients can check appointment status on toll-free line
Stringer, Robbins named finalists for UMMC vice chancellor
UMMC responds to city water crisis, continues patient care
UMMC to hold groundbreaking for School of Pharmacy
Waterline breaks close off-campus clinics, hospital operations continue unaffected
UMMC to hold groundbreaking for School of Pharmacy
February
Comcast foundation awards grant to Friends of Children's Hospital for the Reach out and Read program
SouthGroup sponsors 5k run/walk for friends of Children's hospital
Chancellor Taps Veteran Faculty for Leadership Roles at Medical Center
Elementary students to receive free check-up for Give Kids a Smile Day
Huckabay joins UMMC surgery faculty
Mississippi's First Lady supports Congenital Heart Awareness Week
Keeton Accepts Appointment As New Vice Chancellor at UMMC
March
Ninth annual radiothon benefits children's hospital
UMMC physiology professor's research leads national award, lectureship
UMMC physician receives AMA Foundation Leadership Award
UMMC receives perfect property audit score from state
Medical students get matched for residencies
University transplant guild to hold fund-raising event
State-of-the-art robotic surgery offers glimpse at UMMC's future
April
Salazar to direct Batson Hospital's comprehensive pediatric heart program
May
Clinton resident imparts dignity, respect in UMMC body donor program
Medical student from Pontotoc receives award for merit, character
More than 600 receive degrees at UMMC's 54th commencement
Gibson named chief business development officer of UMHC
University Sports Medicine hosts coaches conference
June
deShazo to step down as chair of the Department of Medicine
UMMC among nation's best at providing physicians to rural areas
University Physicians-Women's Specialty Care opens in Flowood
UHHS Executive Receives Health Care Management Recognition
UMMC to collaborate on mall clinics with Community Health Center
Hospital operations continue unaffected by water main break
UMMC doc helps asthmatics stay out of ER
July
UMMC, Mayo Clinic sign agreement to increase translational research and training
Brain training reverses rats' age-related cognitive decline
UMMC to take leading role in new $26 million study of Alzheimer's disease, cognitive decline
University of Mississippi Medical Center leads Alzheimer's fight with major new research center
UMMC doc offers public forum for asthmatics
Miss Mississippi, Miss Outstanding Teen Mississippi visit Children's Hospital
August
Evers honored for contributions to UMMC
University Heart earns national recognition for patient care
UMHC congenital heart surgery team makes Mississippi history
September
Holmes County hospital acquires CT scanner
School of Dentistry evacuated, no one hurt following natural gas-line break
Jackson Heart Study celebrates 10 years of improving minority health
UMMC faculty member appointed to national research institute board
October
Holmes county hospital and clinics welcomes two staff physicians
UMMC, NMMC partner for newborn with congenital heart condition
UMHC LVAD team gives gift of time to Tupelo heart failure patient
Hoover named dean of University of Mississippi School of Nursing
November
AAMC honors former UMMC anatomy chairman with national award
UMMC partners with QuantaLife in $7 million grant to develop staph bacteria detector
Global Obesity Summit in Jackson addresses growing epidemic at ground zero
Korpiel lands COO position with UHHS
December
School of Nursing receives $1.1M grant to expand partnership with Hinds Community College
UMMC to play critical role in new effort to improve treatment for wounded service members, civilians
UMMC achieves new status as accredited chest pain center
UMMC's annual 'Taste of the U' fund-raising event Feb. 19
News Archives
2011
January
UMMC'S advanced PET/CT system provides clearer picture of abnormalities
UMMC fetal medicine center gives infants best chance at life
February
University neurosciences-stroke care earns AHA bronze award
UMMC's original aircare crew celebrates 15 years of service
More than 1,000 students to receive dental exams for Give Kids a Smile Day
Hope on the horizon panel to discuss latest Alzheimer's research
UMMC sports medicine physician inducted into academy
Children's Hospital names new chief nursing officer
UMMC teams with Magnolia Speech School to boost language development
March
Tenth annual radiothon benefits Children's Hospital
Starkville infant undergoes rare Norwood procedure for heart defect at UMMC
UMMC nurses receive recognition at Nightingale awards ceremony
UMMC cardiologist implants heart valve without open-heart surgery
April
UMMC professor, grad school dean, takes helm at American Physiological Society
Natchez native joins UMMC's congenital heart surgery team
Spine surgeon joins University of Mississippi Health Care
UMMC'S Wiser Hospital offers free childbirth classes
University Physicians offers seminar on hypertension
May
University Physicians-Grants Ferry hosts free health fair
UMMC physician named president of 53,000-member group
MIGMH awarded $2.1 million, multi-year federal grant for STD/HIV regional educational center
University Sports Medicine, Medicomp sponsor "challenge and combine" for high school players
Anti-cancer drug discovery partnership formed
University Physicians offers June heart screenings in honor of fathers
UMMC part of study finding sickle cell treatment safe for young children
More than 600 receive degrees at UMMC's 55th commencement
UMMC, community colleges join forces to boost baccalaureate degrees
June
Holmes county hospital awarded accreditation from The Joint Commission
Barr tabbed to lead pediatrics department at UMMC
Mississippi charity horse show gives $35,000 donation to Children's Hospital
UMHC offers Cardiac MR for children with congenital heart defects
UMMC residency helps first-year nurses manage frontline trials by fire
UMMC responds to filing by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine
Ridgway joins University of Mississippi Medical Center
July
Jones joins University of Mississippi Medical Center
Behavioral treatment for migraines a cost-effective alternative to meds, study finds
Awareness, cost, availability of care, all hurdles to colon cancer treatment in Mississippi
UMMC neurology chair elected to academic association
UMHC ranks nationally in three specialties in U.S. News' Best Hospital Report
UMMC School of Nursing wins $450,000 grant to provide health-care services to delta schools
Genetic map, including 5,000 Mississippians, to aid study of diseases, human evolution
Jaw-extension procedure resolves toddler's obstructed breathing
University Women's care offers one-day childbirth class
Children's Hospital introduces Adopt-A-Floor program
Jones joins University of Mississippi Medical Center
August
Kidney, liver transplant surgeon joins UMMC
Incoming medical students receive white coats, prep to meet academic challenges
Mississippi cancer patients, families to benefit from ACS Patient Navigator Program at UMMC
September
University of Mississippi Medical Center welcomes IVF specialist
Bone cancer specialist joins UMMC
With donation from Warren Foundation, UMMC researchers better equipped to study cancer
UMMC graduate elected to the board of National Family Physicians Group
UMHC administrator named a 2011 'Up and Comer' in national health-care magazine
UMMC performs first pediatric heart transplant in eight years
UMHC receives national recognition for leadership in supplier diversity
Mississippi Hospital Association honors UMMC employee
University of Mississippi Medical Center welcomes IVF specialist
October
Research, sponsored projects funding at UMMC hits $85 million all-time high
UMHC cancer surgeon earns certification in breast ultrasound
Mississippi, Alabama telecommunications group donates to Batson Children's Hospital
In developing rats, antidepressants exposure linked to brain, behavioral abnormalities
November
University Women's Care offers childbirth classes in November
UMHC stroke education team wins national award
Batson Children's Hospital pediatric emergency department, trauma unit triples in size
UMMC, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of Mississippi sponsors adult cystic fibrosis education day
University Women's Care offers childbirth classes in November
December
UMMC, Health Management explore possible affiliation
UMMC, MSDH inform patients of personal health information breach
News Archives
2012
January
UMMC reducing staffing by 115 employees
Glen Campbell to perform benefit concert for the MIND Center
Dr. A. Wallace Conerly, former Vice Chancellor for Health Affairs at UMMC, dies
Medical Center's annual fundraiser event promises to be largest ever
UMHC head, neck cancer surgeons use robotic surgery to treat tumors
February
Remembrance provides support for pregnancy loss, early infant death
Clay joins UMHC as chief of plastic surgery
Preparations to begin for improvements to UMMC campus
UMMC medical team provides multidisciplinary approach to sleep apnea
Quon named UMMC's School of Dentistry alumnus of the year
School of Pharmacy debuts new education facility at UMMC
Eleventh annual radiothon benefits Children's Hospital
UMMC medical team provides multidisciplinary approach to sleep apnea
Quon named UMMC's School of Dentistry alumnus of the year
School of Pharmacy debuts new education facility at UMMC
Eleventh annual radiothon benefits Children's Hospital
March
Eleventh annual radiothon raises $381,239 for Children's Hospital
UMMC offers breakthrough drug to better diagnose Parkinson's disease
Jackson Preparatory School donates books
UMMC professor co-chairs national Medicaid/CHIP advisory group
April
Dr. Myrna Alexander Nickens joins UMMC
UMMC infertility specialist hosts informational seminar
Multi-state research consortium convenes at UMMC to fight cancer
UMMC's congenital heart surgery team bests national averages in two years
Free oral cancer screening set for Friday
May
Update On Pearl Police Officers Shooting
Batson Hospital names 2012 Children's Miracle Network "Champion"
Major donation by health management associates to aid Jackson Free Clinic
Update on Terry High School student Kaddarius Bullie
Self-harm study of Miss. youth finds highest rate in African-American males
New Research tower to boost biomedical study at UMMC, private startups
Reeves appointed School of Dentistry Dean
June
Jones elected to leadership position in emergency medicine society
UMMC Stroke Center receives recognition for stroke care
UMMC Faculty, Students Selected to Participate in First GE National Medical Fellowships
Rodriguez Joins UMMC Faculty in Pediatric Allergy, Immunology
Chen joins UMMC Faculty in Stroke, Neurocritical Care
Free HIV screening event offers chance to 'Take the test, take control'
Mississippi Marrow Donor Program Seeks Perfect Match for Patients
Stem-cell clinical trial at UMMC tests new therapy for stroke
Scotus ruling statement from the UMMC Vice Chancellor Dr. James Keeton
July
UMMC names Lehman Neurobiology and Anatomical Sciences Chair
UMMC appoints new Obstetrics and Gynecology Chair
UMMC Names new Chief for the Division of Dermatology
Brandon resident elected to National Board of Medical Honor Society
School of Medicine earns accreditation for eight years
UMMC Physician and Researcher with Jackson Heart Study Receives U.S. Presidential Career Award
Study Enrolls Children, Grandchildren of Jackson Heart Study Participants for Obesity Research
UMMC Recognized in Three Specialties in U.S. News’ Best Hospitals Report
UMMC Epilepsy Center Director Seeks to Educate Public About Largely Misunderstood Disorder
August
UMMC Names New Chair of the Department of Anesthesiology
UMMC Assistant Professor Elected to National Register Board
Ole Miss Undergrads Gain Biomedical Research Experience in Summer Program at UMMC
Marshall receives first endowed chair in allergy, immunology at UMMC
Friends of Children's Hospital pledges $2 million to new Children's Heart Center
September
Contract with UMMC for local portion of National Children's Study to end, research to continue
UMMC Aims to Raise Awareness on Alzheimer's Action Day
UMMC study in children considers how temperament can influence anxiety disorders
UMMC Student Enrichment Program Partners with City of Jackson
Clinical trial reveals pterostilbene lowers blood pressure in adults
October
Cystic Fibrosis Education Day to Update Patients, Families, Health-Care Professionals
November
Kohl’s Donates to Children’s Hospital Safety initiatives
UMMC faculty member picked to lead two otolaryngology groups
December
UMMC lab offers new concussion test for young athletes
Sleep Study in African-Americans seeks connections to heart disease, stroke
Making Strides in 2012, MIND Center Adds Researchers, Technology in Quest Against Alzheimer's
News Articles
2013
January
Gov. Phil Bryant, UM Chancellor Dan Jones break ground for new school of medicine building
BankPlus and Nickelodeon star present check to Friends of Children's Hospital
UMMC telecasts live heart-repair procedures to international conference
Members Exchange Credit Union donates to Children's Hospital
February
AAEM selects Jones for Young Physicians Board
Kidney transplants hit UMMC record in 2012, liver service to restart this year
Taste of the U to draw hundreds of revelers, dozens of competitors and one, 7-foot celebrity chef
March
Researchers describe first 'functional HIV cure' in an infant
The Band Perry to perform benefit concert for The MIND Center
Insurance company presents $23,000 to Friends of Children's Hospital
UMMC Transplant team completes first liver case in 22 years
UMMC Administration notifies patients of breach of protected health and personal information
April
Mississippi native returns home to take over rural physicians scholarship program
66 graves uncovered at UMMC linked to asylum
Woodward appointed to national school accrediting body
UMMC Pediatrician Hannah Gay named to Time Magazine's Time 100
Free oral cancer screening det for Monday, Tuesday
UMMC to host annual meeting of Society of Black Academic Surgeons
Children's Hospital Heart Surgery Program celebrates milestone 1,000 procedure
May
The Band Perry Concert raises funds, awareness for Alzheimer's research at UMMC's Mind Center
Mississippi's First-Ever Medical-Legal Partnership to empower people living with HIV/AIDS
UMMC a big part of Mission of Mercy 2013
Local students among record number of graduates at UMMC's 57th Commencement
Neuroscientist researcher and educator recognized with UMMC's first Regions Bank TEACH Prize
June
UMMC professor elected to the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
UMMC promotions and tenure
UMMC marks 50th anniversary of world's first lung transplant
Obesity research expert discusses AMA's recognition of condition as a disease
July
UMMC urges fireworks safety this fourth of July
UMMC to continue seeing all patients as negotiations over reimbursement continue with insurer
UMMC named to "Most Wired" health-care list
August
With agreement signed, UMMC patients with Blue Cross Insurance remain in network
Newly appointed chair of medicine at UMMC brings depth of experience
UMMC Graduate School's summer-research programs link local undergraduates with lab science
UMMC taps new CEO for adult hospitals
UMMC to enter lease agreement for Grenada Lake Medical Center
Mississippi's physician workforce director brings 'Passion, Vision' to new role
Statement on Aug. 21 Data Breach
September
MIND Center director to discuss findings on brain aging
UMMC appoints new associate vice chancellor of research
UMMC names new chair of Emergency Medicine
October
Child born with HIV still in remission after 18 months off treatment, experts report
Chicken nugget autopsy finds meat, bone, connective tissue, fat, and poor health implications
November
Dr. Aaron Shirley to receive national medical school award for diversity efforts
Dodge-Khatami joins UMMC Children's Heart Center
Mullen Family Foundation presents $25,000 check to Friends of Children's Hospital
UMMC establishes planned giving program
After 15 years, Jackson Heart Study leader to step away
New collaboration expanding research in world-renowned heart studies
December
UMMC joins international research effort to prevent Type 1 Diabetes
Radiation oncologist named as UMMC Cancer Institute director
Children's Hospital System receives Quality Award
Doctors at UMMC complete state's first pancreas transplant
News Articles
2014
January
UMMC PLANS TO EXPAND AIRCARE SERVICE, REACH PATIENTS SOONER, WITH NEW HELICOPTER IN GRENADA
UMMC nurse educator earns coveted leadership training slot
New telehealth program assists diabetes patients in Delta
February
Putt to lead UMMC's hospitals in Grenada, Lexington
Warm blanket, new heart for Port Gibson woman
Give Kids A Smile Day 2014
UMMC Grenada welcomed into medical center family during ceremony
Odds of four: "incalculable"
Medical Center's Taste of the U party to support patient needs with food, fun and costumes
Statement on Mr. Walter Williams
March
UMMC cardiologist leads only heart program of its kind in Mississippi
One year later, Mississippi baby remains free of HIV
HIV specialist Gay pleased Mississippi Baby case raised physician awareness
More than 38 Groups Benefit from SON Students’ 3,200 Hours of Service
NMMC, Batson Children's Hospital Collaboration Brings Pediatric Subspecialist to Tupelo
Jackson Prep seniors donate Pounding the Pavement race proceeds for cancer research at UMMC
Subaru “Shares the Love” with Friends of Children's Hospital
UMMC med students learn their future on residency Match Day
Emergency Medicine Report Card scores Mississippi as best in Southeast
USDA, ARC select UMMC for telehealth grant to serve Appalachian counties
New SHRP program looks to increase minority interest
April
Pinwheels, virtual and visual, promote child abuse prevention
UMMC to offer free oral cancer screenings April 23
Grad school to bring fun science to kids during Discovery U DAY at Mississippi Children's Museum
With Homerun Project, it’s a brand-new ballgame for science teachers
Groundbreaking partnership to transform Children's Behavioral Health
As Fugate quadruplets grow, three enjoying first bottles
Groundbreaking partnership transforms children's behavioral and mental health
New procedure at UMMC a boon for lung cancer detection
IHL approves affiliation between UMMC, Methodist Rehabilitation
Morning Update, Louisville MS storm response
Dr. John Hall named SEC Professor of the Year
Existing leukemia drug brings new hope for fighting aggressive breast cancer
New procedure at UMMC a boon for lung cancer detection
Just for women: Heart clinic a place for support, understanding
May
Third Pediatric Endowed Chair Announced
Stroke Awareness Month event on Tuesday to help educate public on signs, symptoms, prevention
Emergency teams aid in tornadoes' aftermath
New procedure at UMMC repairs heart without opening children’s chests
Jackson Surgeon named to Leadership Position
Two Fugate Quads Go Home Today
Technology, tenacity key on dance floor and in life, says UMMC prosthetics expert
Regions Bank recognizes UMMC neuroscientist with second annual TEACH prize
Private development to bring apartments, offices, retail to UMMC property on Lakeland Drive
Brother's courage inspires UMMC senior dentistry student
UMMC students help local elementary children ‘discover’ nursing
Friends of Children's Hospital receives $50,000 donation from 1st Franklin Financial
Revitalized bariatric surgery program already notching success stories
At UMMC's 58th annual commencement largest class ever receives degrees
In largest commencement ever, UMMC confers 846 degrees to health-care and science professionals
UMMC dentist's reaction to staged burglary to be broadcast nationally
Veg out for health at farmer's markets, UMMC experts say
Veg out for health at farmer's markets, UMMC experts say
June
UMMC senior leader announces transition plans
Statement on the availability of cannabidiol oil
Pump gives heart failure patients quality of life, hope for future
Myrlie Evers-Williams lends name to UMMC institute bolstering health equality
Voluntary HIV testing at Hinds County Jail part of UMMC's prevention strategy
HPV immunization given to preteens provides best cancer protection
AirCare's critical care paramedics to offer advanced life-saving care
July
UMMC leads the way in palliative care with newly accredited fellowship
Youth leader bikes to support Batson Hospital
UMMC promotions and tenure
Children’s Safety Program says new report underscores importance of buckling up
Top nursing officer named for UMMC adult hospitals
Statement on “Mississippi Baby” from Dr. Hannah Gay, professor of pediatrics at the University of Mississippi Medical Center
UMMC among "most wired" health-care facilities
Cure for prostate cancer focus of HBCU students’ research
Mannings embrace partnership with UMMC to tackle health challenges in Mississippi
Children’s hospital patient Grant Wilcher announced as BankPlus’ Orlando dream giveaway winner
Cure for prostate cancer focus of HBCU students’ research
August
UMMC stands ready to care for victims of Ebola and other communicable diseases
Friends of Children's Hospital plans for BankPlus presents, Enchanted Evening
Celebrity chef Cat Cora, eight select Jackson-area chefs to participate in culinary event to benefit nursing scholarships at UMMC
UMMC Cancer Symposium shares major advances in prevention, treatment
ALS explained: UMMC experts put patients' quality of life first
Will Rogers Institute, Variety Children's Charity award $25,000 to UMMC's NICU
September
New University Heart facility offers wide scope of care and efficiency under one roof
UMMC experts share advice on hydration during exercise-intensive sports
Run for the Ribbons raises awareness of gynecologic cancers
October
Mayo Clinic, University of Mississippi Medical Center expand relationship with formal collaboration agreement
$1M donation lifts UMMC's MIND Center above fund-raising goal
Ebola ruled out in patient at UMMC
UMMC's ACT Center helps patients kick tobacco, make homes smoke-free
Introducing (drum roll, please) eCV!
Despite cutbacks, discovery enterprise nearly doubles last year’s funding
Top nursing officer named at Batson Children’s Hospital
UMMC staff receive service recognition
Guest presentations highlight UMMC calendar
Diabetic no more: Patient gets state's first isolated pancreas transplant
Waist size tops BMI as obesity measure, experts say
New 'ears' for hearing-impaired son give Brandon family a jump-start
Colorectal cancer prevention earns UMMC accolades
Ebola at UMMC: risk low, readiness high
Stories of Hope: Breast cancer patients share their journeys
Campus Police makeover makes UMMC's finest stand out
For April Mann, new alumni director, UMMC feels more like home
2014 Volunteers of the Year put focus on UMMC patients, families
Dzielak is Graduate School top alumnus
November
Out of the Darkness, into the light of suicide awareness
Under new management: University Physicians
Critical-care designation sets AirCare paramedics apart
Flattening the flu bug: Shot campaign meeting goals
Liver allocation proposal could weaken UMMC transplant program
Looking after grieving family a priority for PICU staff
Batson Children’s Day signals new partnership with Jackson
UMMC’s new head chaplain directs comfort, caring
Contact lens care matters – better safe than sorry
More funding needed to ‘turn the tide’ of Alzheimer’s, leader says
Vacant UMMC rehab facility to be repurposed as Ebola unit
The missing link: Research weighs obesity for dementia risks
Rare pediatric heart procedure debuts at UMMC
UMMC Delta-based health educator is Rural Health Champion
Alzheimer’s care offered via UMMC’s telehealth program
Be grateful for your blessings – and your health will thank you
Researchers uncover clues to memory performance in international genetic study
Statement from Dr. James E. Keeton, UMMC vice chancellor for health affairs and dean of the School of Medicine on the passing of Dr. Aaron Shirley:
December
Art donation is one for the books
Cancer-drug delivery patent could lead to shorter chemotherapy treatments
Dr. Aaron Shirley: Champion of health care and social justice
Diabetes Telehealth Network sees early success in Mississippi
Cutting-edge heart valve repair keeps patients active
Governor, FCC Commissioner commend UMMC, partners on telehealth
Recovering from flu: Slow down, watch for danger signs
SON service surpasses $200K milestone in less than one year
UMMC, BankPlus partnership brings telehealth to workplace
Blood drive seeks to reverse alarming trend at UMMC
Researchers recognized for ‘excellence’ in procuring support
New partnership provides powerful model for neuroscience innovation in Mississippi
REACHing Mississippi’s future scientists
Dr. Hayden Perkins: ‘He’s an inspiration’
Cancer patients, families get new Hope
Graduate School leaders look to future
Black physicians’ struggle: They ‘risked life and limb’
Serving up service for the holidays
Chief financial officer to lead UMMC's hospitals, health system
Courthouse fitness centers to bolster UMMC's vision of a healthier future
New CI lab looks for ‘core’ of disease development
Psychiatry and Human Behavior under new leadership
BankPlus CEO a fan of Corporate Telehealth
News Articles
2015
January
Top UMMC stories in 2014
Fit-ting for all: Courthouse agreement ushers in medically related wellness
2015 brings New Year, new baby
Tournament hits a hole in $1M for Mississippi's children
Growing UMMC’s current, future leaders
Research as a career? Teens try it on for size
Physician, family discuss Helena White’s ‘remarkable’ recovery
2020 Vision: New strategic plan emphasizes mission integration, individual performance
MLK’s legacy honored as exemplar for care givers
Elton John AIDS Foundation renews grant with UMMC physician
Tupelo pediatric clinic offers subspecialty care near home
Two finalists named for vice chancellor post
Canvas, yes; Blackboard, no: Software switch looms
Faculty network gives postdoctoral fellows needed support
Community screening program spreads gospel of healthy habits
Students stage surprise for ‘surrogate mom’
Nursing alum's real estate gift secures endowment, seals legacy
February
Dr. Charles O’Mara: Relationship-builder on, off campus
Low-dose CT screen better pinpoints lung cancer
Researchers prove rodent brains can be rewired to treat autism-like symptoms
VC finalists give vision for Medical Center
Boot-scootin’ on a new leg: Patients travel far for prosthetic expertise
All aboard! Gladys Knight to play Jackson concert to benefit MIND Center
Bidding Adieu to Taste of the U
UMMC dons red for heart disease awareness
UMMC, researcher awarded U.S. patent for eye treatment
Give Kids A Smile puts grins on JPS students’ faces
American Physiological Society elects 9th president with UMMC ties
Mississippi native chosen to lead Medical Center
Not ready for retirement? Here's how to get on track
Patient falls: First predict, then prevent
Brunson tapped for IHL diversity educator award
Planned Jackson technology center to include new home for UMMC telehealth
Hospital expansion will 'transform' health care for Mississippi's children
Taste milestone marked by miracles, healing
Not ready for retirement? Here's how to get on track
Woodward, in driver’s seat, plans to step on the gas
Endowed psychiatry fund supports lectureship, residents
March
Class Act: Standardized patients sharpen students’ clinical skills
Health-care company invests in Jackson to fight HIV epidemic
Turning up the volume: Patient numbers reaching all-time highs
What a Night(ingale) – UMMC nurses achieve statewide stardom
Patient safety: It’s a family affair
Uniform connections: Military ranks high in these staffers’ lives
50 or older? Get screened and join the 70X2020 Initiative
SHRP: One for all, all for one
UMMC physician honored for visionary work with women
Today's dental students, tomorrow's policy makers
Array of specialty care, all under one roof
Clinics tackle children's growing problem
Hip digs to be a hop from UMMC, Fondren shopping scene
On Match Day, suspense reigns as med students reveal residency fates
MIND Center has fantastic Knight!
Sequel to Marston Symposium set, registration announced
Take a break to donate during next week's blood drive
UM, UMMC schools engage elementary students at Delta career fair
UMMC, Millsaps volunteers give students a piece of their minds
BankPlus check card raises $627,195 for Friends of Children's Hospital
Interprofessional learning focus of ASB sessions
April
Friends of Children's Hospital celebrates 25 years of giving
Research Day shines light on UMMC faculty, students
SRT nurses poised to provide world-class care for catastrophe victims
Veterinarian takes leadership role in laboratory animal care group
Numerous “spice” overdoses put health officials on high alert
‘CRITTers’ initiative bridges breach between town and gown
New law addresses HIV exposure uncertainty
Senator gets a glimpse at life-saving telecommunications
More patients treated at UMMC for ‘spice’ overdose
New CMO: A leader in patient quality outcomes
The day the residents resigned still resonates at Medical Center
UM, UMMC Research Day showcases best of scientific studies
Health-care innovator Joyce Caracci squeezes most from life, careers
Medical students are happy to 'Be The Match'
No falling down on the job: Patient care team garners safety award
Study finds gene affecting thinking skills
CSI: UMMC - Toxicologists ID'ing over-spiced drug compounds
Organ donation leaves lasting legacy
Hughes’ gift to MIND Center may help ‘save the next generation’
To care for whole patient, look at whole picture
Listeria bacteria? It’s bigger than Blue Bell
Center focuses on overlooked population
Researcher: Hyperactive movements help ADHD children learn
Batson Children’s Hospital patient surprised by former Ole Miss quarterback
Fifty livers in two years: UMMC transplant program thriving
UMMC grad returns to give distinguished lecture
Newborn screening for heart defects becomes mandatory
May
TeleMIND brings specialty health care to rural clinic
Braves game, food trucks, employee meal highlight Hospital Week
People of the U: Dr. Nina Washington
Mother’s milk remains key to child’s future health
To test, or not to test?
New peds chair celebrates honoree, recipient’s dedication to children
Family learns to live with food allergy
Medical Center's preeminent TEACHer earns singular honor
Celebrating UMMC’s 15 years with Holmes County
#UMMCGrad15: SOP's Gross sisters
#UMMCGrad15: Steele stays SHRP
#UMMCGrad15: SOM quintet is pitch perfect
Heart-health study highlights risks for African-Americans
#UMMCGrad15: From drug rep to D.M.D.
#UMMCGrad15: Grad researcher nets catfish study
#UMMCGrad15: SON grad gives props to Plum
UMMC clinicians, researchers tackle preeclampsia
When it comes to skin cancer, prevention is key
Class of 2015’s new focus: A healthier Mississippi
#UMMCGrad15: SOP's Gross sisters
June
Dan Jones will join UMMC to help lead obesity research efforts
People of the U: Dean "Miranda" James
UMMC Holmes County receives needed update
Hop on the quarterly blood drive's Road to Life
Snagging a real fixer-upper
Reluctance to see doctor among key men’s health issues
Thanks to Chen, patients see the light
UMMC honors distinguished faculty
People of the U: Alexander Soloveichik
Research, relationships road to reducing health disparities
Predicting a patient’s health path
July
Bang from fireworks just as dangerous as potential for burns, experts say
For students of psychiatry, it’s drive time
Hearing today can be gone tomorrow
People of the U: Troy Bunn
Five-year milestone at UMMC Grants Ferry
SHRP's online programs show Quality Matters
Typically disregarded brain lesions may warn of heightened stroke risk
People of the U: Marcus Blanton
Teacher's pets: Dogs help therapists mend bodies, hearts
Integrative medicine: body, mind and soul
People of the U: Dr. Larry Creswell
August
Collaborative brings state's clinicians together for mothers, babies
Specialty headache care gives patients hope
Lessons in leadership
UMMC clinics are patients’ home base for care
Hearin grants help UMMC keep ‘best, brightest’ SOD, SHRP scholars
New mental health clinic extends care, compassion to LGBT community
People of the U: Alex Mullen
Giving patient safety a voice
Medical Center celebrates distinguished alum, Hall of Famers
Research yields possible new cancer therapy
Female surgeons making a cut on the bias
Mosley tells Alzheimer’s conference what we know, what we need to know
New teeth, new jawbone – all in a day
Mann of the hour revives Department of Preventive Medicine
People of the U: Kelli Irby
Rooming-in option keeps baby by mom’s side
‘Country girl,’ city doctor
‘Golden Grads’ marvel at alma mater’s evolution
September
New grant to create one-stop shops for mental and physical health needs
Crowder shapes vision for ophthalmology
Suzan Thames surprised by tribute from Friends
A decade after the devastation, UMMC’s response still resonates
Ketogenic diet can bring success when epilepsy medications fail
Schwartz Center honors Boyte for compassionate care
People of the U: Keith Armstrong
Blood pressure: How low should you go?
Hand hygiene: every time, all the time!
Children’s Palliative Care Team brings home international award
Adolescent medicine experts ease teen transition to adulthood
Edelman lecturer explains nation’s deeper pockets, shorter lives
UMMC researcher: CT texture may improve melanoma survival predictions
UMMC Holmes County wound care program thriving
White House AIDS czar crusades for universal prevention, care
Pediatric fellowships provide home-grown solution to physician shortages
October
Jackson-Williams guides new/old Office of Medical Education
Junior League mamas keep on rockin’ in the NICU
Revised, streamlined announcements address risks, decrease confusion
Campaign helps employees contribute to UMMC's missions
Just when is it time for an antibiotic?
SurviveMiss aims to help young breast cancer survivors thrive
Mass-casualty drill tests mettle of emergency responders
Centers’ focus shifting to medically integrated wellness, fitness
Teen clinic promotes healthy choices, healthy futures
Clinical Intranet gives providers another tool to deliver quality care
People of the U: Dr. Fred Rushton
Heart is center of 'family' reunion
Addressing frailty enhances transplant success
Quality care, quality performance means better outcomes
School of Dentistry search down to two
New physical therapy program helps improve breast cancer patients’ outcomes
Students and post-docs in spotlight at Grad School Research Day
Unlocking the secrets of sepsis
Rural communities benefiting from UMMC clinics
Students teach students the importance of hand hygiene
Vitter pledges his support for UMMC, medical research
Cruse, Lewis, Corbett retire after a combined 100-plus years of service
Saving a life in nonclinical areas now within reach
November
First-time hospital collaboration puts patients ahead of competition
Not just donors, but families, make gift of life possible
Former first twin visits, reads to Batson patients
Front-line caregivers keep patients safe
State’s reduction in preterm births garners national March of Dimes award
Faculty, staff recognized for research excellence
Physiology still matters, says Mayo Clinic’s Joyner
UMMC family to get first crack at Meridian apartments
Promise of 3-D printing looms – in duplicate
Don’t let the flu shot deadline fly by
Ringing the bell: a celebration of life, family and beating cancer
SOD dean candidate's focus: collaborative leadership, dentistry's future
Departure lounge new amenity for discharged patients
Extra staff, efficiency make for shorter ED waits
Heart for service + love of people = volunteers of the year
Frankie sticks with the job – for 50 years
Pursuing the goal of zero harm
Dean candidate outlines strategy for moving SOD forward
Boyte named Schwartz Center National Compassionate Caregiver of the Year
Delta doctor is champion of rural health care
JPS students entertain a career in health care
SPRINT leads to new blood pressure guidelines
Future of alumni relations written in the STARS
People of the U: Dr. Mark Reed
Researchers, molecules team up to fight kidney disease
December
Electronic cigarettes: harmless hobby or gateway drug?
Testing, biofeedback make UMMC pediatric GI program rare in region
Felton chosen to be new dean of School of Dentistry
Study examines weight-loss surgery's potential effects on offspring
Grenada, Biloxi transplant clinics enhance access to care
People of the U: Miriam Shufelt
Recruitment day confronts drop in black male medical students
ED, rehab services updates give UMMC Holmes County patients a boost
Vitter: UM, UMMC collaboration promotes growth, success
Up in Farms Food Hub brings farm to table
New endowment to attract, retain dental hygiene students
People of the U: Dr. Mitzi Norris
UMMC education offerings grow by a few degrees
Memory serves M2 Alex Mullen, new world mental athlete champion
Elderly often haunted by ghosts of holidays past and present
UMMC security guard Mattie Amos remembered with gifts for babies
Batson Children’s Hospital to tighten security in 2016
Santa, Gov. Bryant, entourage of elves bring Christmas to Batson patients
News Articles
2016
January
UMMC’s first baby of New Year is pretty in pink
Tech advancement, steady leadership trademarks of Reeves' tenure
Top UMMC stories in 2015
UMMC emergency caregivers well prepared to handle mass-casualty shooting events
BMT Bucks help patients earn their way to health
People of the U: Christine Hayden
Mayo Clinic president, CEO gives preview of tomorrow’s health care
People of the U: Chip Thomason
Vitiligo treatments help patients get through rough patch
Mayo Clinic’s leader shares building blocks for future of medicine
Sanderson Farms Championship raises record amount for Children's, again
Veteran physician-scientist named leader of renowned Jackson Heart Study
Cancer diagnoses strengthen father-son connection
Foreign dignitaries given 'grand tour of health care' at UMMC
New kidney, new life for SOD graduate
DHA: practical, applicable skills for busy administrators
Don’t fall for a phishing scam
New procedure to gauge fertility less painful, more accurate
UMMC Holmes County refurbishments an investment in patients, community
Orthodontist parlays small town opportunities into big-time practice
Urgent Care Center new option for ob-gyn patients’ emergency needs
Vitamin, virility drug could treat preeclampsia
Parade name changes, commitment to Children's Hospital stays the same
During February, celebrate heart health with those you love
Fox-trot the night away at A Roaring ‘20s Affluent Affair
February
Pictures of (mental) health framed in art therapy
Zika virus concern for pregnant women, but not for others
Vigilance, awareness key to campus safety
UMMC health experts entertain, inform daily on Southern Remedy
New office to track service learning, community outreach
Researchers put heads together, study brain changes in depression
UMMC’s culture of caring, commitment clinches Best Place to Work win
New treatments could save the spinal cord after injury
Corinth native comes home to lead UMMC Grenada, UMMC Holmes County
Psychiatry’s new research office brings medical students, residents to mind
JPS students take a field trip to see the dentist
SGSHS students place second in statewide IHL competition
Brian Wilson brings California Sound to Jackson benefit concert for MIND Center
Physician moms find solace, support from their own Facebook group
SHRP’s Taylor recognized for diversity efforts
Meeting of the minds: UMMC goes to Mississippi Academy of Sciences
Nurses needed to fulfill calling at Medical Center
Pediatric trainees, legislators share information during AAP Capitol Day
Radiothon to tell Children's Hospital stories, encourage donations
UMMC hears hospital patients' voices through survey
'Affluent Affair' is roaring '20s success
Parents’ endowment keeps compassionate doctor’s work alive
Clinical trial turns up the heat on uterine fibroids
March
Dermatology residents 'knock out' plans for patient harm prevention
LED conversion enlightens UMMC campus
State health officer, UMMC alum reaps prominent AMA award
Synergy Science: Intercampus collaboration strengthens discovery enterprise
VC named head of medical school-accrediting body
Research Day brings together campuses, ideas
Radiothon broadcasts #WeAreFamily message, nets more than $440K
Earning an M.D. is their M.O.
Electronic health records exchange win-win for UMMC, Medicaid patients
Day care screenings only a click away with telehealth project
People of the U: Jeff Neal
CMO Henderson’s quality quest leads to national honor
Colorectal screening takes big inflatable turn
Match Day summons moments of inspiration, insight that led students here
Risky business: UMMC, Jackson Heart Study test CVD models
Bucket brigade sweeps city to haul in Batson donations
Gibbons: funding the future makes disease history
UMMC surgeons' goal: limb salvage, not amputation
Exercise helps agencies coordinate thunderous response to WMD threats
Acid reflux procedure eases years of pain
People of the U: Dr. Lishia Lee and Dr. Josie Bidwell
‘Capacity alert’ plan coordinates best use of hospital beds
Gov. Bryant, UMMC mark highpoint in School of Medicine construction
OT assists students in the occupation of learning
Granger garners SEC faculty award
New technology makes it harder for cancer to hide
Clinical trials result in more, better cancer therapies
April
UMMC expands AirCare helicopter service with northern Mississippi base
People of the U: Dr. Satya Packianathan
Zippity Doo Dah Weekend raises funds, fights cancer
SHRP Alumnus of the Year's passion: good oral health
Story of mended heart calls attention to March of Dimes event
First father, then son: Heart transplants give family second chances
Sherard Shaw Foundation gives inaugural gift to Children’s Cancer Center
Vitter champions inter-campus teamwork in inaugural meeting with faculty
School of Dentistry's future decisively positive with Felton at helm
SON alum Bidwell honored for focus on healthy living, engagement
Winning ways help elevate Jordan Morgan to Champion status
Legacy Lap unites transplant recipients, donor families
Cultivating leaders: Beech chosen ACE Fellow
Friends' Over the Edge goes over the top
Donor families, transplant patients share legacies of life
One patent, many applications
Medical Center denizens enlarge, enrich blogosphere
People of the U: Dr. John Speca
UMMC to create new School of Population Health
In a medical emergency, hospitals urge, dial 911 to avoid Saturday stadium traffic snarl
Expanded UMMC-MSU partnership tackles health disparities
$100M Children’s of Mississippi campaign starts with $10M Sanderson gift
Norman Nelson, longest-serving vice chancellor, dies at 86
Going above, beyond and to the landfill for patient care
Neuroscience Institute: Mind on the brain
Observance honors students’ 'first patients'
UMMC employees step out for National Walking Day
May
Brian Wilson plays to ‘Shut Down’ Alzheimer’s
Advocacy a priority for dentistry Alumnus of the Year
National observances salute nurses and all Medical Center employees
Jones’ 'Last Lecture': put patients, compassion first
New heights for UMMC research come with 'topping out'
Alumna returns 37 years later to bestow gift for future nurses
Day at the Derby unites transplant community, recipients
Behavioral health gets interprofessional at clinical skills assessment center
When man’s heart stops, pediatric emergency team is adult-friendly
Alumna turned assistant professor brings home TEACH Prize
COMPAREing stories, conquering fibroids
New pediatric neurophysiology lab offers child-centered care
AirCare 3 increases critical care access for north Mississippi
Patients receiving promising melanoma therapy closer to home
#UMMCGrad16: 'Can’t Block This' grad from success
#UMMCGrad16: Lyles, Clifton to be vocal pharmacy advocates
#UMMCGrad16: Nursing graduate moves forward with a purpose
#UMMCGrad16: PT graduate bridges culture, generation gap
Taking account of population health
Tackling sports injuries quickly key to recovery, UMMC experts tell coaches
Cancer patient gets Dream vacation
Clinic provides swift pain relief for sickle cell patients
#UMMCGrad16: Med school grad’s heritage, achievements food for thought
#UMMCGrad16: Third time’s the charm for SOD graduate
UMMC confers record number of degrees four years running
Advocacy a priority for dentistry Alumnus of the Year
June
Commencement marks end of era for cytotechnology program
Make no mistake, error prevention deadline approaches
New neonatal suite, simulation area give babies best possible start
American Heart Association infant CPR kits a gift of life
‘Mississippi Baby’ case offers clues in battle against HIV
Tan not worth melanoma, survivor says
The Gift of a Generous Heart: Clinton native’s estate benefits Children’s Hospital
Don’t fall prey to slips and trips
Pre-Mat should issue spoiler alert for new dental, medical students
The renal cost of tobacco
#AskTheHIVDoc campaign taps Mena’s STD expertise
FIXing genes: a first at UMMC
New pediatric clinic: Simple solution to coordinate complex cases
People of the U: Nate Hughes
July
New addiction training collaboration benefits patients, psych residents
Summer program serves up food for thought
UMMC among "Most Wired" health-care facilities
"Queen of GME" reduces hours, but not commitment
Survey seeks employee feedback on workplace engagement, culture of safety
DIS nurses get technical about health care
UMMC telemental and behavioral health programs among nation’s best
UMMC to pay penalty related to laptop disappearance
UMMC neurologists harvest low-intensity electric field to fight brain cancer
August
From Mississippi Medicine: Blistering rates of physician burnout ignite search for answers
Research finding: Over-the-water rope tree swings fraught with danger
Walmart gift makes it Christmas in July at Batson
Patient makes UMMC history as oldest TAVR recipient
Prostate screening guideline change overlooks one population's needs
SOD alumna, high school classmates tell desegregation story
Friends of Children's Hospital pledges $20 million to capital campaign
Argentina 'door to Olympics' for UMMC couple
Entering medical students urged to wear their hearts on their coats
SPARK ignites autism research
Big problem, bigger award: NIH funds UMMC obesity research
Prominent physicians feted for their ‘passion,’ ‘spirit’
UMMC’s ‘veteran’ scholars reveal institutional secrets for incoming students
From alphabet to algebra, lessons come to Batson patients
Mission work is medicine for Zika fears
CMN Champion’s big rig ride revs up excitement for Walmart drive
Gift of friendship, gift of life
Enchanted Evening gala celebrates state, raises funds for Children’s Hospital
Patients benefit from GI testing technology enhancements
New wellness center empowers students to take care of mind, body
September
Dale’s goal: Cure childhood cancers
Group meeting provides heartfelt support
Eli, Abby Manning pledge $1M to Children's of Mississippi's 'Growing' capital campaign
Mike Espy, Edelman lecturer: U.S. food policy is not health policy
People of the U: Robyn MacSorley
RESULTS-driven students unite against poverty
UMMC enrollment strong as campus construction surges
Friday football injury clinic a game-changer
LGBTQ rights champion describes victories, defeats, to Gay-Straight Alliance
Student on mend despite six-month coma, mystery disease
People of the U: Clint Sistrunk
New FASD diagnosis guidelines key to early intervention
UMMC Grenada imaging center eases mammography fears
Newest school on UMMC campus named for longtime supporter
$1.9M NIH grant to fund research in children's health at UMMC
$2M grant to fund 'first hands' communication, medical skills training
Fellowship's focus: long-term health-care quality
Prediction tool helps control pressure injuries
CF journey traveled one bead at a time
For some, transplant best liver cancer therapy
Student talks telehealth, nursing in the DPRK
October
People of the U: Nate Davis
UMMC telehealth enters next chapter of remote patient monitoring
Better images, less radiation: Children’s of Mississippi adds EOS
Breast reconstruction technique offers tummy tuck, too
Trauma first target for Neuroscience Institute
Championship spectators to get warm Children’s of Mississippi welcome
Short minutes spent on survey could equal long-term progress
On the midway, pick your poison and plan your portions
Engineering the future of medicine
New program places dental students in rural communities
Being nice, knowledgeable key to giving patients a good experience
AAP president: Pediatric screenings help alleviate poverty
Image-ine that: Married radiologists begin careers at UMMC Grenada
IDEAS, clinical trials come to MIND Center
Medical student makes pledge to new profession, new country
Handmade, heartfelt: Groups stitch with love for Batson patients
VAD program expansion saving more lives
Adult hospitals CEO's goal: Make a difference for those we serve
Comedy, pro golfers, hospital visits all part of championship week
Psychiatry program harbors homeless, uninsured
Patient-athlete among those greeting Sanderson Farms Championship fans
M.D./Ph.D. program trains physician-scientists of tomorrow
Scholarship commemorates 'great surgeon, dear friend'
November
New chief builds framework for diversity, inclusion
Unique surgery gives Mississippi man second chance
Cochlear implant enhances adult patient's quality of life
SGSHS distinguished alum shows public health passion
Record numbers earn 2016 Excellence in Research Awards
100-Day Workout fixes issues weighing down health system
IMPLICIT training to boost healthy births by reaching moms before pregnancy
OpenNotes promotes transparency in medical records
Practice makes pitch perfect
Hospitalist’s devotion to patients key to national accolade
Jackson Heart Study dives into genetics of disease
Flipping out for STEMI
Gifts of life stretch definition of "family" at UMMC’s Wall of Heroes
Merry Miracles radiothon to broadcast from Batson Dec. 1
People of the U: Jackie Robinson
Dentistry, dental hygiene students create smiles in Belize
UMMC, MIND Center announce $10 million Ford Foundation gift
December
Champion of rural health promotes farming fresh veggies, fruits
Down to a science: Base Pair turns 25
Thigpen leaves immeasurable impact on cancer patients, research
Dental community remembers couples lost in crash
UMMC scientists, leaders praise 21st Century Cures Act
UMMC experts hold court on health during Medical Monday
Nursing students lend artistic hand to scout's project
Gift of life: Transplants in 2016 at record high
Employee focus groups to ponder meaning of respect
Sex, drugs and brains: probing the origins of addiction
UMMC access to Medicaid patient health records enhances care
MDWFP officers, Santa wrap up Christmas for Batson
Three generations forge family tradition in medicine
Palliative care has new champion for adults facing serious illness
Top UMMC Stories of 2016
People of the U: John Clark Packer
News Articles
2017
January
New SHRP faculty digs big data
UMMC earns human research accreditation
New guidelines call for more non-opioid pain relievers
Prognosis good for Gov. William Winter following fall, head injury
Sanderson Farms Championship donation to Friends of Children's Hospital sets record
Ruckdeschel brings problem-solving skills to state’s cancer puzzle
No getting ‘round it: Employee voices need to be heard
Ruckdeschel takes lead role in UMMC’s cancer fight
Specialty care closer to coast families thanks to Children's of Mississippi
New neonatal ambulance commissioned for life-saving work
Federal grant fuels first responder training
Pediatrician’s healing touch transcends miles to war-torn Syrian homeland
Dental students follow in families' footsteps for 'Best Job'
UMMC, partners unite to screen women for cancer
UMMC makes the most of research money
New health risk assessment further gauges employee wellness interests
February
Higher cervical cancer death rates equal bigger need for screening, HPV vaccines
Volunteers help Scouts be 'Always Prepared'
Career fair ignites opportunities for nursing students
‘Little Hats’ raise awareness of big cause: healthy hearts
UMMC gastro, endoscopy services to get new off-campus home
NFL selects Manning as Man of the Year co-winner
Dental Mission Week participants care for state’s underserved
Sickle cell trait could alter diabetes test results
These RNs have nursing careers as doctors
Mentors aid in career advancement, networking opportunities
Researcher’s goal: Find the best chemo for each patient
2003 SOD graduate named Dental Alumnus of the Year
Increased testing, awareness make ground in HIV infection battle
Value Analysis promotes culture of savings, efficiency
Facebook group debuts just for People of the U
Students sink teeth into dental research
End to cancer treatment rings true for Yazoo City native
It's 'all hands on deck' at the UM School of Dentistry for Give Kids A Smile
Dental Hygiene move promotes interprofessional education
New heart surgery leader put gloves on right after Batson arrival
Does an 'app' a day keep the medical textbook away? Not yet
March
Coffee, conversation connect international community
School of Nursing earns Governor's Award for JPS partnership
Home visits help babies transition from NICU
Group wants Mississippians to #GetScreened4Dak
People of the U: Adam Dungey
Students self-prescribe healing language in Spanish, French
Improved family time among CAY interaction therapy goals
Dr. Sasser goes to Washington
Epic’s vital sign capture saves caregiver time
Thankful Triplett siblings make $1 million gift to children's campaign
UMMC financial action plan addresses revenue shortfall
People of the U: Camille Richards
Game, set, Match Day: big finish for med students’ hopes
Researcher’s goal: Putting an end to diabetes epidemic
Texas surgeon breaks silence on racial disparities
Whack a hacker before they sink your security
Bailey is SHRP pick for alumna of the year
UMMC philanthropist among Children’s of Mississippi campaign supporters
Learning through play part of Doctors’ Day celebration
SNDA Impressions Program courts prospective dental students
Advanced nursing programs meet provider shortage head-on
April
AirCare trio is cornerstone of UMMC’s medical air transport
WHO: more drugs, fewer superbugs
New study: More Americans are giving up on losing weight
School of Nursing faculty named alumna of the year
Emotional health, not just physical fitness, necessary for wellness
Cancer diagnosis creates challenge for expectant mother
Dermatologist, native son returns to rural roots
Learn resiliency to handle life’s stresses
People of the U: Carrie Dean
Rare procedure splits donor liver between two women
Legacy Lap honors those who gave gift of life
M.D. brings health care perspective to CIO/CMIO roles
Grenada's The Viper Room safe zone for solving problems, conflict
Respect, compassion key to religion in workplace
Study: healthy heart now, healthy brain later
Cancer screening deemed life-changing for Brandon woman
Electrical device eases gastroparesis symptoms
Jackson Heart Study names Sims chief science officer
School of Nursing faculty named alumna of the year
May
Learn more about UMMC with monthly CONSULT
'100-day Workout' puts employee input into action
Ingram shares life lessons during Last Lecture
UNACARE Mobile Clinic to take health care directly to Midtown patients
Longtime Grenada nurse reflects on lifetime of nursing
UMMC evaluates options to memorialize asylum patients buried on campus
Code You: chaplains, colleagues help UMMC's healers find healing
Med school latecomer defies doubters, wins TEACH Prize
Great patient experience requires patient-centered care
Interpreter-patient relationship translates into trust
#UMMCGrad17: Lockhart’s patients can expect compassionate care with a smile
#UMMCGrad17: Sollis goes from cheerleader to leader in School of Pharmacy
EversCare seeks root causes of illness in children
#UMMCGrad17: DeRussy takes M.D./Ph.D. path to pathology
At Batson Hospital’s 20th anniversary, Children’s of Mississippi reaching to future with construction
#UMMCGrad17: Milan overcomes odds through determination
Burnout chatter kindles task force action
#UMMCGrad17: Moore adopts full-court press towards peds career
#UMMCGrad17: Gray brothers carry on family tradition
UMMC confers record number of degrees five years running
Junior League shows support with $400,000 gift to Children's of Mississippi campaign
National shortage spurs new histotechnology program in SHRP
June
Tools of the trade help mid-career women faculty advance
UMMC surgeons share transplant insight with rural students for international stage
ARIC celebrates 30 years of community, research
State-of-the-art ambulances boost UMMC Grenada’s fleet
Federal grant to support Belzoni after-hours clinic
Farm-fresh fruits and veggies on sale Thursday
Psychologist, neurologist offer state’s only multidisciplinary Tourette’s clinic
Woodward wields national influence as accreditation chief
Doobie Brothers to play concert benefitting MIND Center
Rayner's 'wonderful life' inspires $1M scholarship
Surgery uses body's own fat to reconstruct cancer survivor's breasts
GWIMS honors women faculty achievements with new awards
UMMC staff receive service recognition
Events
NIH taps neurobiology chair for study section post; pathology residents cop research honors
UMMC Recognition 6/26
Retiree ceremony, visiting lectures top upcoming events list
Nursing professor, instructor join UMMC faculty
July
Promotion and tenure
Opinion survey puts faculty in poll position
People of the U: Miles Backstrom
Video: Miss Mississippi gets creative in first visit with Batson patients
New redesign streamlines navigation, combines umc.edu, ummchealth.com
Surveys seek frank feedback from employees on workplace, safety
Madison teen puts coloring books, local artist’s work, into patients’ hands
Fitch-Swiney gift establishes Schools of Medicine, Nursing scholarship
Decades go by, yet child hunger and poverty endure in the Delta
UMMC’s sophisticated lab identifies most baffling opioids, street drugs
Perinatal center to boost basic, clinical research
Health care provider visit just clicks away with UMMC telehealth benefit
Video: Bulldogs, Eagles team up to cheer on Batson patients
People of the U: Dr. LaToya Mason Bolden
Math, medicine converge with HumMod
News Articles
August
People of the U: Dr. LaToya Mason Bolden
UMMC Telehealth to offer mental health services to McComb district students
Creation of ’55 medical school due to spine-tingling courage
Dedication of new medical school building bodes well for health care's future
Video: Medical school's legacy is a roadmap to a healthier Mississippi
Dermatology residency partnership addresses rural specialty needs
‘Stubborn,’ ‘grateful,’ ‘humbled:’ Six medical school alumni lionized
Photos: A new year in building a healthier Mississippi
Elkins to head UMMC hematology-oncology division
Junior League of Jackson’s efforts for UMMC span decades
Portraits unveiled for two big-picture leaders
Mena, expert panel champion first-ever MSM care standard
UMMC adopts education innovation with digital credentialing
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