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Dr. Manju George, assistant professor of population health science, encourages roundtable members to sign pledges noting how they will work to increase colorectal cancer screenings by 2030.

80x2030 Colorectal Cancer Screening Initiative targets cancer detection, prevention

Tuesday, September 8, 2026

Mississippi’s high rate of colorectal cancer makes increasing screening a critical statewide priority, prompting the launch of the 80x2030 initiative to save lives through earlier detection. Read More

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

MD-PhD student Jack Berman, left, reviews research data with Dr. Lee Bidwell, associate vice chancellor for research, whose mentorship allows Berman to explore pharmacology and new therapeutics alongside his cardiovascular research.

Federal award brings prestige to UMMC physician-scientist training in Mississippi

A prestigious National Institutes of Health designation is putting UMMC among a distinguished group of institutions training the next generation of physician-scientists. The Medical Scientist Training Program award brings national recognition and support to an MD-PhD program poised to improve health challenges in Mississippi.

Published on Tuesday, September 8, 2026

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

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.

Published on Monday, August 31, 2026

Research assistant Rian Young studies the relationship between insufficient sleep and methamphetamine addiction, including how sleep disruption may contribute to drug use and relapse. The research aims to identify new treatments that address addiction and related sleep problems.

From saddle to science: Horseman conducts drug addiction research

A lifelong love of animals led Rian Young toward veterinary medicine. Today, that same compassion and curiosity are helping the UMMC research assistant explore how insufficient sleep influences addiction.

Published on Monday, August 31, 2026

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UMMC named among nation’s top performing hospitals for heart attack treatment

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.

Published on Monday, August 31, 2026

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Heart health docs receive regional appointments; resident honored by national organization

Published on Monday, August 24, 2026

Noah Dodson, 8, of Byram poses with his new foam finger at Tailgating with Friends.

Photos and video: Game day spirit comes to Children’s of Mississippi

Published on Monday, August 24, 2026

Dr. William Campbell examines patient Steven Wood during a follow-up visit at Colony Park North. Campbell received a Purks scholarship from the Vicksburg Medical Foundation in 2001.

Vicksburg Medical Foundation a steady supporter of medical education at UMMC

Published on Monday, August 24, 2026

The Center for Optimizing Maternal Outcomes will focus on addressing barriers to care and improving health outcomes for expectant and new mothers in Mississippi.

New UMMC partnership targets Mississippi’s maternal health crisis

Published on Monday, August 24, 2026

The first cohort of the CRNA program at the School of Nursing. Back row, from left, Joya Johnson, Rachel Franklin, Alan Gray, Hunter Patterson, Matthew Burnham; middle row from left, Anna Grace Putnam, Lillie Mckay, Kylie Hawkins, Katie Fisher, Reagan Bryant, Mabry Mayfield; front row, from left, Mary Jane Collins (faculty), Abbie Hanna, Brittany Wall, Clair Shirley, Katie Shelton, Whitney Noble , Julie Bonom (faculty) and Jonathan Vaughn (faculty).

Nurse anesthetist program at UMMC welcomes first students

Published on Monday, August 17, 2026

Director of Student Services Dr. Jonathan Nutt and senior administrative assistant Anna Vancor unload boxes into the Student Food Pantry. An Amazon wishlist was made available to employees or students that wish to donate.

New UMMC food pantry to be available to students

Published on Monday, August 17, 2026

Children's of Mississippi Draw Station Clinical Lab phlebotomist LaTasha Lewis restocks a cart of blood vials and other items.

That’s My Job: Pediatric phlebotomists

Published on Monday, August 17, 2026

Lynleigh Grace Brown celebrates at the 25th Mississippi Miracles Radiothon with her mom, Jacqueline.

Mississippi Miracles Radiothon raises nearly $300,000 for Children’s of Mississippi

Published on Monday, August 17, 2026

Dr. Jawed Siddiqui examines prostate cancer cells.

UMMC Cancer Center and Research Institute gains nearly $2.6M from NCI for metastasis research

Published on Monday, August 10, 2026

UMMC medical students Allie Koenig, Alexisa Woodard and Rohinton Dossabhoy are among the inaugural cohort pursuing UMMC's new MD-MPH pathway. The program combines medical education with advanced training in population health.

UMMC’s inaugural MD-MPH students aim to transform health beyond the exam room

Published on Monday, August 10, 2026

Geneva Lindsey has been the unit secretary for the surgical ICU for over 20 years.

Front and Center: Geneva Lindsey

Published on Monday, August 10, 2026

Medical students welcome first-year student Akshar Brahmbhatt as he enters the School of Medicine during Welcome Week celebrations.

Photos: UMMC welcomes students for a new academic year

Published on Monday, August 10, 2026

Ashley Castle shares a laugh with her transplant team, from left, Dr. Chris Anderson, Dr. Praise Matemavi and Dr. Mark Earl.

A first for Mississippi, a second chance for UMMC patient with rare type of cancer

Published on Monday, August 3, 2026

Before competing for the Miss Mississippi title, Morgan Nelson was crowned Miss Starkville 2026. She has also held the titles of Miss Vicksburg 2023 and 2025, and Miss Mississippi State University 2024, representing her communities and university throughout her pageant journey.

UMMC student connects beauty pageants to medicine

Published on Monday, August 3, 2026

The former Greenwood Leflore Hospital now bears the UMMC Greenwood name following its Aug. 1 changeover to UMMC, becoming part of Mississippi's only academic medical center and expanding access to health care throughout the Delta.

UMMC Greenwood preserves access to health care in the Delta region

Published on Monday, August 3, 2026

Nurse practitioner Barbara Herring talks with patient Fershurn Stanford of Canton at the UMMC Cancer Center and Research Institute's high-risk breast cancer clinic.

High risk for breast cancer calls for increased screening at CCRI clinic

Published on Monday, July 27, 2026

Wesley Smith, chief nursing officer at Children's of Mississippi, poses for a photo in the Children's executive suite.

Front and Center: Wesley Smith

Published on Monday, July 27, 2026

Medical Hall of Fame inductees, from left include Stephanie Chapman (wife of Dr. Stanley Chapman), Dr. Fred Ingram, Dr. Michael Mansour, Dr. James (Jim) Rayner and Dr. Hannah Gay.

School of Medicine honors alumni leaders during 2026 reunion weekend

Published on Monday, July 27, 2026

Every year, members of the School of Medicine incoming class receive their white coats, marking a significant milestone in their medical education and symbolizing their commitment to patient care, professionalism and the journey ahead as physicians-in-training.

UMMC School of Medicine grows class size to address physician shortage

Published on Monday, July 20, 2026