Department of Surgery
Welcome from Our Chair
Our mission is surgical excellence through action, innovation, education and research. Chaired by Dr. Christopher Anderson, the department is advancing the field of surgery through compassionate patient care, clinical training, research opportunities and education in the state’s only academic medical center.
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A first for Mississippi, a second chance for UMMC patient with rare type of cancer
Monday, August 3, 2026
Ashley Castle’s successful liver transplant — believed to be the first in Mississippi for hilar cholangiocarcinoma, a rare form of cancer — reflects the strength of UMMC’s expertise. Read More
2025-2026 UMMC Promotions and Tenure
Monday, July 13, 2026
More than 70 current Medical Center faculty will begin the new academic year with a promotion in rank, newly granted tenure, or both. Faculty are listed alphabetically, by school, in rank order of professor with tenure, associate professor with tenure, professor, and associate professor. Read More
Latest News
New lectureship honors Dr. Michael Jabaley’s legacy in hand surgery
Published on Monday, May 4, 2026
Advanced 3D technology and interdisciplinary care restore quality of life for Mississippi patient
Published on Monday, April 20, 2026
UMMC delivers life-saving transplant during system outage
Published on Monday, March 16, 2026
Cancer journey extends UMMC professor’s lessons beyond classroom
Published on Monday, December 29, 2025
