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Surgeon, public safety chief and peds resident earn acclaim

Surgeon, public safety chief and peds resident earn acclaim

Monday, June 23, 2025

Medical Center faculty and staff often are recognized regionally, nationally and internationally for their academic or medical achievements. These accolades place UMMC among health science centers worldwide. Read More

When present, preeclampsia begins after about 20 weeks of pregnancy and involves high blood pressure and high protein levels in the urine. UMMC researchers emphasize keeping doctor visits and monitoring all vital health statistics from the start of pregnancy.

Preeclampsia’s cause, treatments fuel UMMC research

Monday, June 23, 2025

Sudden spikes in blood pressure during and sometimes after a pregnancy are signs of preeclampsia, which claims the lives of about 70,000 women worldwide. In recent years, UMMC researchers have rushed to find causes and treatments for the condition. Read More

Milestones

1999: SHRP gets a new home

During its 69-year history, the University of Mississippi Medical Center has made contributions to the state, and the world, in medicine, science and education. Each month, we’ll recognize at least one of these major accomplishments.

Published on Monday, June 23, 2025

Dr. Rachael Morris coaches Lieutenant Nathaniel Nichols of the Vicksburg Fire Department through hands-on training.

UMMC’s STORK Program delivers lifesaving emergency obstetrics training

Now in its fifth year, a UMMC-led training program designed to prepare frontline health care providers for obstetric and neonatal emergencies has reached nearly 1,000 participants across Mississippi. As access to maternity care continues to decline statewide, the STORK program is helping bridge critical gaps with life-saving education and hands-on simulation.

Published on Monday, June 23, 2025

On her way to a residency in OB-GYN, Dr. Adrian Oudomrath Speyrer lines up to receive her medical degree during May's Commencement ceremony. Perhaps she is remembering her first OB-GYN shift as a medical student, when "it felt like stepping onto the field for the Super Bowl."

UMMC battles barriers to training more OB-GYNs

More medical students than ever want to become OB-GYNs, but a large percentage of them won’t find a place for their residency training. Overcoming maternal health challenges means, in part, putting more of these specialists in places that need them most. Why is that easier said than done, and how is the University of Mississippi Medical Center confronting this challenge?

Published on Monday, June 23, 2025

Members of the gravestone crew gather on a Saturday morning in April for a cleaning session led by Dr. Jennifer Mack, center, holding a container of the same stain remover that "keeps the White House white." Some of the UMMC volunteers' family members even pitched in. (Photo courtesy of Dr. Norma Ojeda)

A grave reminder: Refurbished cemetery does honor to those remembered there

The gravestones and markers in the memorial park located in the northeast corner of the campus may be from a long-gone era, but many look almost new, thanks to a beautification project that included the ground they rest on.

Published on Monday, June 23, 2025

Traci Wilson is an inpatient RN and preceptor for nurses in training.

Front and Center: Traci Wilson

Published on Monday, June 16, 2025

Dr. Rachael Morris talks with a patient at UMMC's Center for Maternal Fetal Medicine in a file photo.

Early detection, multidisciplinary care saves patients with life-threatening condition

Published on Monday, June 16, 2025

Dr. Ira Holla, left, and Dr. Mobolaji Famuyide are pictured at the Children's of Mississippi neonatal intensive care unit at Wiser Hospital for Women and Infants.

NICU’s team of specialists care for rising numbers of low birthweight babies

Published on Monday, June 16, 2025

Brianca King knew her pregnancy with son Parker Rowen King would be difficult -- and it was. But she reduced those risks by seeing a maternal fetal medicine specialist at UMMC. High-risk pregnancies in Mississippi, especially among Black women, don't often end so well.

Expecting better: Mississippi’s record on maternal health is a reversible tragedy

Published on Monday, June 16, 2025

Registered nurse Caroline Meyers adjusts the AngelEye camera at patient Deuce Matthews' bedside.

Thanks to philanthropy, NICU families stay connected with AngelEye

Published on Monday, June 9, 2025

Dr. Laura Fincher, hospitalist and assistant professor of medicine, uses stethoscope to listen to patient Ronnie Green's heart and lungs.

UMMC expands health care access with UMMC Madison

Published on Monday, June 9, 2025

UMMC Gurney Race competitors

Video: 2025 Gurney Races

Published on Monday, June 9, 2025

Genetic counselors Emily Boothe, second from left, and Laura Hendon, right, are joined by School of Medicine Assistant Professor Dr. Laura Coats, left, and Assistant Professor Dr.Maryam Syed at a Rare Disease Day poster symposium at the School of Medicine.

UMMC genetic counselors: New licensing law benefits patients, providers

Published on Monday, June 2, 2025

Phi Kappa Phi announces inductees; researchers published in prestigious journal

Phi Kappa Phi announces inductees; researchers published in prestigious journal

Published on Monday, June 2, 2025

In this 2024 photo, Clinical Research coordinator Thomas Hudson draws blood from Jacqualine Ellis of Flora, a participant in three long COVID clinical trials.

That’s My Job: Research Recruiters

Published on Monday, June 2, 2025

Once young patients at UMMC, registered nurses and sisters Logan, left, and Erin Dorsey are part of the care team at Children’s of Mississippi.

Nursing at Children’s of Mississippi ‘dream come true’ for former patients Logan and Erin Dorsey

Published on Monday, June 2, 2025

Cutting the ribbon on Monday for the opening of the new burn unit are, front row from left, Kayla Hubbard of Magee; Dr. Juvonda Hodge, director of the Mississippi Burn Center; Dr. LouAnn Woodward, vice chancellor for health affairs; Dr. Alan Jones, associate vice chancellor for health affairs; Kenneth Clark of Waynesboro. Behind are, Dr. Daniel Edney, state health officer; Dr. Peter Arnold, chief of the Division of Plastic Surgery; Dr. Al Rankins, IHL commissioner; Sherry Riser, nursing director; Gee Ogletree, IHL president; and Senator Walter Michel.

UMMC makes Burn Center opening official with a ribbon-cutting ceremony

Published on Monday, June 2, 2025

Milestones

2005: Mississippi physician leads American Medical Association

Published on Tuesday, May 27, 2025

Doctor of Medicine graduate Boris Kuyeb.

Photos: UMMC Commencement 2025

Published on Tuesday, May 27, 2025

Graduates from the schools of Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, Graduate Studies in the Health Sciences, Population Health and Health Related Professions were applauded by friends and family during ceremonies at the Mississippi Coliseum.

UMMC celebrates the graduating class of 2025

Published on Friday, May 23, 2025

Congratulating 2025 Project SEARCH participant Karliyion Price, center, are Tommy Burnham, job skills trainer and Jasmine Lee, teaching assistant and job skills trainer.

Project SEARCH a safe place to thrive for graduates

Published on Monday, May 19, 2025

Women’s leadership members collect honors; two departments recognized for patient care standards

Women’s leadership members collect honors; two departments recognized for patient care standards

Published on Monday, May 19, 2025

Taylor Lefler enjoyed working closely with other graduates during her School of Population Health PhD biostatistics and data science studies as seen in this 2022 photo during a student body meeting.

#2025UMMCGrad: Love of games, puzzles lead to student’s future career

Published on Monday, May 19, 2025

School of Nursing Alumna of the Year Heather Pierce, left, is joined by Dr. Chelsea Andries, 2025 School of Nursing Early Career Achievement Award winner.

Pierce, Andries win UMMC School of Nursing alumni honors

Published on Monday, May 12, 2025