Let’s go behind the scenes with one of the many who work to make it all happen – Christy Taylor. Christy shares about her role at UMMC. Thank you Christy for all you do!
Category: Faculty and Staff
Welcome new faculty to the Department of Medicine this month!
Sandhya Bogi, MD (Hospital Medicine)
Ashish Gummadi, MD (Hospital Medicine)
Congratulations to Dr. Katharine “Kathy” Gregg on celebrating 25 years at UMMC!
The Dialysis Center at Jackson Medical Mall underwent an unannounced successful state survey in July with no deficiencies found! Congratulations to the staff and providers at this location!
Welcome new faculty to the Department of Medicine!
Hanan Ibrahim, MD (Rheumatology)
Rose Tiangco, MD (Hospital Medicine)
Department Awards
Dr. Hall presented the 2023 Department Awards at the annual State of the Department Grand Rounds. Congratulations to all the winners!
Dr. Marion Wofford Retires after 30 years at UMMC
Dr. Marion Wofford, a beloved primary care physician, teacher, and colleague, retired from UMMC this month as Professor Emeritus. Here, Dr. Wofford shares some memories and lessons learned at UMMC.
Longtime leader and physician Dr. John Spurzem retires
Dr. John Spurzem retired this month as Professor Emeritus after 18 years at UMMC. A native of California, Dr. Spurzem shares his plans to return “home” after his exemplary career.
Welcome New Faculty this month to UMMC!
Dr. Kimberly Dobbs,
Dr. Yang Guo
Dr. Laura Fincher
Dr. Meagan Robbins
Dr. Carrie Wynn
Dr. Katrina Johnson is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Hospital Medicine. Here, she shares a bit about her path to medicine and what she does at UMMC.
Twelve members of the Department began the academic year with a promotion in rank. Congratulations to all!
Dr. Yoshitsugu Obi is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Nephrology. Here, he shares his path to medicine and what he does at UMMC.
Progress Notes 