Joe Ellis, Photographer

04/26/2026

09/17/2025

Charlie Swearingen has lived a life of remarkable service, from competing as a Paralympian to saving lives in the AirCare flight suit. This year, he added another honor: the Tim Hynes Award, given to an outstanding paramedic who exemplifies leadership, education and service. Learn how his journey has inspired colleagues and advanced critical care. https://umc.edu/news/News_Articles/2025/09/Charlie-Swearingen.html

09/02/2025

Domo arigato, Dr. Roboto.

Patients in north Mississippi now have access to advanced robotic surgery at UMMC Grenada. The da Vinci XI system allows doctors to perform minimally invasive procedures with greater precision, less pain and faster recovery. One longtime teacher said her surgery and recovery were so smooth, she barely felt like she had undergone an operation. Learn how this technology is changing patient care in north Mississippi: http://umc.edu/news/News_Articles/2025/09/Grenada-Robotic-Surgery.html

07/16/2025

03/25/2025

Match Day 2025 marked a milestone for future doctors at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. For some students, their decision to pursue medicine was deeply rooted in experiences with compassionate physicians. Read how three medical students' encounters with doctors inspired them to follow their passion and continue the cycle of care: https://umc.edu/news/News_Articles/2025/03/Match-Day.html

02/05/2025

02/05/2025

UMMC is expanding access to specialty care with the opening of the new Colony Park South clinic in Ridgeland. With multiple specialties under one roof, patients will experience a more streamlined and convenient approach to care. Learn more about the new location and the services available: https://www.umc.edu/news/News_Articles/2025/02/NEWSColonySouth02032025.html