Residents practicing in the surgical simulation lab

The Department of Surgery offers many accredited residency programs

A patient actor with a student in a simulation lab

Patient actors give students a chance to put their newfound skills into practice

Medical students chatting with School of Medicine faculty member

Our goal is to train 1,000 additional doctors by 2025 to meet our state’s critical shortage

Residents making rounds with School of Medicine faculty

Rounding with faculty gives the opportunity to experience what is learned in the classroom

Medical students reciting Hippocratic oath

The short white coats worn by medical students symbolize physicians-in-training

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School of Medicine

Commitment to Excellence in Education

The University of Mississippi School of Medicine is committed to the education and training of skilled, compassionate, considerate, and competent physicians who provide the highest-quality health care to all residents of the state of Mississippi.

We strive to foster a climate of excellence where each student can reach their full potential and develop the knowledge, professionalism, and clinical expertise necessary to succeed in the academic learning environment and to care for every patient with integrity, dignity, and respect. Our comprehensive academic program is designed to create a physician workforce dedicated to improving patient care and health outcomes to create a healthier Mississippi.

We are committed to maintaining an academic community where all students, faculty, and staff are valued and supported. This commitment includes ensuring a professional and respectful environment conducive to excellence and success.

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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

 TEACH Prize honoree Dr. Katie Barber, center, receives congratulations and a $10,000 facsimile check from Regions Bank officials LoRose Moore, far left, and Myer Mack, far right. Between them are, from left, Dr. Donna Strum, dean of the School of Pharmacy; Dr. Scott Rodgers, associate vice chancellor for academic affairs; and Dr. LouAnn Woodward, vice chancellor for health affairs and dean of the School of Medicine.

With TEACH Prize win, Katie Barber reaches ‘pinnacle’ of profession

Published on Monday, May 12, 2025

Welcome!

The UMMC School of Medicine is committed to the work of creating A Healthier Mississippi, including educating and training physicians for our state. You, our students, are critical in achieving that goal. Here, you will find excellent and highly skilled faculty prepared to lead you, teach you and walk with you on the journey to becoming a physician. Here, you will find dedicated and compassionate support staff who are committed to your success. Here, you will find fellow students who will greet you with open arms and share the path with you. Here, you will grow into the physician you have dreamed of becoming. And in Mississippi, you will make a difference.

LouAnn Wodward, SOM dean
"My husband and I decided to have a baby; I got pregnant at the end of my M1 year, and had her during my M2 year, so having family nearby in Mississippi was definitely a blessing. I feel like if I had gone anywhere else, I would have a drastically different life, and I wouldn't have had the successes I've had at UMMC."
—Meredith Cobb, MD/PhD
SCHOOL OF MEDICINE

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