UMMC Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology

09/25/2025

ICYMI — Dr. Martin Tucker, Chair of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Dr. Rachael Morris, Maternal-Fetal Medicine specialist, joined 𝑴𝒐𝒓𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈𝒔 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝑹𝒊𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒓𝒅 𝑪𝒓𝒐𝒔𝒔 on SuperTalk Mississippi to discuss the state’s alarming infant mortality crisis, recently declared a public health emergency by State Health Officer Dr. Dan Edney.

On Mornings with Richard Cross, Dr. Martin Tucker, Chair of Obstetrics and Gynecology at UMMC, and Dr. Rachael Morris, a Maternal-Fetal Specialist at UMMC, j...

09/23/2025

📍St. Louis, MO | ACOG Districts VI & VII Annual District Meeting

Several of our Department of OBGYN faculty and residents along with medical students had the opportunity to attend this year’s meeting, where they connected with colleagues, gained new insights and represented UMMC OBGYN.💙

09/16/2025

Join us tomorrow for Grand Rounds featuring Dr. Miriam Hankins, PGY7 Maternal-Fetal Medicine Fellow.🎤💙

09/11/2025

Our friends at the Hope Lodge need help stocking their pantry!

We need your help!

All donation can be dropped off anytime at the Hope Lodge located at:
2615 N. State St.
Jackson, MS 39216

09/04/2025

We are thrilled to have Dr. Olivia Giles join us a faculty!! Let's give her a warm welcome (back😜)!💙

🎉 Meet our newest OB-GYN, Dr. Olivia Giles!

Dr. Giles recently completed her OB-GYN residency right here at UMMC, and we’re excited to have her join us as faculty! 💙
From training to practice, she is dedicated to caring for the women of Mississippi.
Please help us welcome Dr. Olivia Giles to the team! 👏

09/04/2025

We know her!!🤩
Proud grandmother and Department of OBGYN employee, Gaye Joiner, poses with her grandaughter, Iva Lindsey- a true inspiration to us all!!💙

09/02/2025

Grand Rounds tomorrow with Dr. Dobbs! We will be back in R354-upper amphitheater.

08/29/2025

We are proud to congratulate Dr. Christy Haygood, Gynecologic Oncologist and Affiliate Faculty with the UMMC Department of OB-GYN, on receiving the 2025 Hope Ball Excalibur Award.

This award honors her dedication, passion, and commitment to providing exceptional care for her patients. A well-deserved recognition of her impact and leadership in women’s health. 👏

08/26/2025

The Mississippi State Department of Health has declared a public health emergency as infant mortality reaches its highest rate in more than a decade. UMMC is working to change the numbers by expanding access to maternal care, training providers and supporting families statewide. Learn how these efforts aim to give every baby a healthy start in life: https://umc.edu/news/News_Articles/2025/08/infant-mortality.html

08/23/2025

Congratulations Lauren!!! We are lucky to have you!!💙

🎉 Employee of the Month: Lauren Macoy, BSN, RN 🎉
Please join us in celebrating Lauren, a dedicated nurse with our GYN Oncology team, as this month’s Employee of the Month!
Lauren’s commitment to patient care, proactive mindset, and willingness to learn have made her an invaluable part of the team since joining in January 2023. She consistently goes above and beyond — whether it’s problem-solving for patients, lending a hand to a coworker or building meaningful relationships with those in her care. Thank you, Lauren, for your outstanding service and the heart you bring to your work every day!

08/18/2025

Join us Wednesday for Grand Rounds!!🥼🎤
*Note the location change- N716-A*

08/15/2025

🎉 Happy GME Professionals Day! 🎉

Today, we celebrate and recognize the incredible Graduate Medical Education (GME) professionals who are the backbone of our residency and fellowship programs. From coordinating schedules and accreditation requirements to supporting residents and faculty every step of the way—you make a difference every single day.

Your dedication, organization, and passion help shape the future of medicine, and we are so grateful for all that you do for our department and trainees.

Thank you! 💙