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Dr. Bill Pierce's sons, from left to right, Dr. Sam Pierce and Dr. Paul Pierce; his wife, Patricia Pierce, Dr. LouAnn Woodward and Dr. Calvin Thigpen are present at the chair-naming ceremony.

UMMC Honors Thigpen with Pierce Chair in Internal Medicine

Monday, December 8, 2025

Dr. Calvin Thigpen has been selected as the Dr. Paul W. Pierce III Chair in Internal Medicine, recognizing his commitment to training tomorrow’s physicians and the legacy of Dr. Bill Pierce. Read More

Photos: Holiday cheer lights up Children’s of Mississippi

Photos: Holiday cheer lights up Children’s of Mississippi

Monday, December 8, 2025

Children’s of Mississippi is aglow with holiday cheer. Friend’s of Children’s Hospital hosted Santa’s Workshop, where patients filled stockings with toys and treats. With help from BankPlus, the fun continued with Light-a-Light and Winter Wonderland. Read More

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