UMMC Neurology

11/21/2025

We are proud to share that one of our Clinical Research nurses, Charlene Usry, has been nominated for the DAISY Award. 🤩

The DAISY Award recognizes nurses who provide extraordinary, compassionate care—those who go above and beyond to support their patients, their families, and their care teams. Being nominated is a meaningful honor and a testament to Charlene’s dedication, empathy, and commitment to excellence in clinical research and patient care.
Please join us in celebrating Charlene for this well-deserved recognition! 💛

11/15/2025

Our team was proud to participate in the 2025 Heart Walk this morning! ❤️
It’s always an honor to support a cause that aligns with our mission to improve community health and wellness.

We’re grateful for our colleagues, families, and friends who showed up, stepped up, and walked with purpose. Together, we’re making strides toward a healthier Mississippi. 🧠❤️

11/14/2025

We are proud to recognize our outstanding Nurse Practitioners during NP Week.

From clinic to consults to continuity of care, our NPs play a vital role in advancing neurological health across Mississippi. Thank you for your dedication, skill, and teamwork!

11/13/2025

Today, we welcomed one of our amazing administrative assistants back to work after her recent breast cancer diagnosis, and our team showed up in pink to honor her journey and support her continued healing.

We also took time to recognize two incredible breast cancer survivors at one of our clinics. Their courage inspires us daily.

We are proud to stand together in support of those fighting and those who have overcome. 💗🎗️

10/29/2025

🧠 Today is World Stroke Day — a reminder that recognizing the signs early can save a life.
Remember to BE FAST:
Balance, Eyes, Face, Arm, Speech, Time.
If you notice these symptoms, call 911 immediately. Every minute counts. ⏱️

10/29/2025

🌟 We are excited to welcome Dr. Jordan Armstrong *back* to the Department of Neurology 🌟

Dr. Armstrong earned her medical degree and completed her neurology residency here at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, where she also served as Academic Chief Resident. She recently completed her Sleep Medicine Fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation.

Dr. Armstrong will be seeing general neurology patients and providing care in our Sleep Clinic.

Throughout her training, Dr. Armstrong has been recognized for her leadership, academic excellence, and dedication to patient care. She has received multiple honors, including the James Corbett Excellence in Neurology Award and the AAN Medical Student Excellence in Neurology Award.

Please join us in giving her a warm UMMC welcome! 💙

10/28/2025

250 reasons to celebrate! 🎈

Our Neurology Clinical Research team leads the nation in enrollment for the DISCOVERY trial with 250 participants! This is a true testament to their hard work, teamwork, and passion for advancing science. 🧡

10/24/2025

The future of neurology looks bright with this group 🤩🥼🧠

We had our yearly Neurology Meet and Greet at Aplos with our amazing students with UMMC SIGN Group. It was attended by UMMC Neurology attendings, residents, and fellows discussing the various aspects of our amazing Neurology program and the opportunities provided here.
This event is always so fun and gives a broader perspective to promote Neurology as a career choice.

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10/15/2025

Mark your calendars! 🗓️

We’re excited to announce the 4th Annual UMMC Neurology Symposium happening May 16, 2026, at the Sheraton in Flowood.

We can’t wait to welcome clinicians, learners, and partners from across the state for another great year of learning and collaboration! Stay tuned for more information 🤩

Save the Date for the Neurology Symposium 2026!

UMMC Neurology
UMMC Academic Affairs
Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education - ACCME

10/13/2025

🎧 New Podcast Episode!
Our very own Dr. Courtney Huval, Associate Professor of Neurology, recently joined Dr. Jasmine Kency, Associate Professor of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, on Southern Remedy for Women to talk about Multiple Sclerosis — Dr. Huval’s specialty.

They shared great insight into understanding and managing MS. You can listen to their conversation here 👇
https://shows.acast.com/5c82f1828aad6b8827ee23a0/episodes/68e96d4ad8c631bb50b605ee?

10-10-2025

10/08/2025

🧠 We are excited to welcome Dr. Syed Hussain to the Department of Neurology at UMMC, where he joins our Stroke Division as a Vascular Neurologist. 🧠

Dr. Hussain earned his medical degree from Ziauddin Medical College in Karachi, Pakistan. He went on to complete his neurology residency at the University of Kansas Medical Center, where he served as Chief Resident. Dr. Hussain then pursued further subspecialty training as a Vascular Neurology Fellow at the same institution, where he served in a junior attending role, leading inpatient stroke services and mentoring residents and medical students.

We are thrilled to have him join our team and look forward to the expertise and leadership he brings to the Stroke Division.

Please join us in giving him a warm UMMC welcome!

10/06/2025

✨ Help us welcome Dr. Kholoud Altarazi ✨

Dr. Altarazi joined our Epilepsy Division last week and brings an impressive background in neurology and epilepsy care. She completed her Adult Epilepsy Fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine and her Neurology Residency at CHI Health Creighton University. Her training also includes a Neurophysiology Fellowship at Wayne State University, a Neurology Residency at King Abdullah University Hospital, a Clinical Internship at Jarash General Hospital in Jordan, and her medical degree from Jordan University of Science and Technology.

We are thrilled to have her expertise on our team! Dr. Altarazi will be seeing patients at both our Colony Park South location in Ridgeland and Riverchase Medical Suites in Flowood.

👏 Join us in giving her a warm welcome!