UMMC Center for Telehealth and Emerging Technologies

03/07/2026

‼️ Upcoming COE Webinar
🗓 March 20th | 11:30 AM–12:30 PM CST

Register Here: e01835cc-4ce3-45a7-9be9-5fe9d8c12a10@78a0681e-f0be-47e2-8049-8616858818a5?fbclid=IwY2xjawQYEwpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFZblBaN1cyVUdLV1JidHBqc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHjbNjBkYiYHGgR6z_HmYMBYyFjEh2zXUFmm7u7ln-zJakZVv_vaZ2jWXx6LA_aem_Pjv8EG513Ns-DCDOc4bWNg" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/e01835cc-4ce3-45a7-9be9-5fe9d8c12a10@78a0681e-f0be-47e2-8049-8616858818a5?fbclid=IwY2xjawQYEwpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFZblBaN1cyVUdLV1JidHBqc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHjbNjBkYiYHGgR6z_HmYMBYyFjEh2zXUFmm7u7ln-zJakZVv_vaZ2jWXx6LA_aem_Pjv8EG513Ns-DCDOc4bWNg

03/06/2026

‼️ Upcoming COE Webinar
🗓 March 18th | 12:00 PM–1:00 PM CST | Virtual

Register Here: 96f5df1e-dbdd-43d3-86b8-2737a6ef76dd@78a0681e-f0be-47e2-8049-8616858818a5" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/96f5df1e-dbdd-43d3-86b8-2737a6ef76dd@78a0681e-f0be-47e2-8049-8616858818a5

📣 Upcoming COE Webinar
🗓 March 18th | 12:00 PM–1:00 PM CST | Virtual

“Virtual Nursing,” presented by invited speakers, Brian D'Anza and Colleen Mallozzi.

This presentation will describe several key steps in development of a virtual nursing program to address patient fall risks and discuss the infrastructure and teams needed to implement a virtual nursing program.

📌 Register using this link: 96f5df1e-dbdd-43d3-86b8-2737a6ef76dd@78a0681e-f0be-47e2-8049-8616858818a5" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/96f5df1e-dbdd-43d3-86b8-2737a6ef76dd@78a0681e-f0be-47e2-8049-8616858818a5

03/05/2026

📣 TODAY
Project ECHO | STDs in the Community Session
Wednesday, March 5th, 2026 | 12:00–1:00 PM CST

📣 TOMORROW | Project ECHO | STDs in the Community Session
Wednesday, March 5th, 2026 | 12:00–1:00 PM CST

📌 Mississippi continues to experience the highest rates of STIs in the nation, including a dramatic rise in congenital syphilis. This initiative is designed to equip community healthcare providers across Mississippi with the latest evidence-based strategies for the diagnosis, prevention, and management of sexually transmitted infections.

📌 Topics include congenital syphilis, adult syphilis management, gonorrhea and chlamydia, HIV prevention (PrEP), DoxyPEP for STD prevention, and other infections such as trichomonas, M. genitalium, and bacterial vaginosis.

Register here: https://iecho.org/public/program/PRGM17017185624068GG64QJQSU

03/05/2026

In celebration of National Nutrition Month, we’re excited to welcome Dr. Josie Bidwell, DNP, FACLM as an invited expert for our Telehealth Center of Excellence (COE) Webinar Series!

🗓 March 20, 2026
⏰ 11:30 AM CST

💻 Topic: Lifestyle Medicine: The Foundation of Chronic Disease Management

Lifestyle medicine plays a critical role in preventing and managing chronic disease through evidence-based approaches including nutrition, physical activity, sleep, and behavior change. Join us as Dr. Bidwell shares insights on how lifestyle interventions can transform long-term health outcomes.

Register here: e01835cc-4ce3-45a7-9be9-5fe9d8c12a10@78a0681e-f0be-47e2-8049-8616858818a5" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/e01835cc-4ce3-45a7-9be9-5fe9d8c12a10@78a0681e-f0be-47e2-8049-8616858818a5

03/05/2026

We're proud to announce our participation in the National Specialty Care Access Coalition as a founding member, bringing together health systems and strategic partners to address widening gaps in access to medical specialists, especially in rural communities and underserved urban neighborhoods.

Specialty shortages are creating real delays in care. Closing those gaps requires more than isolated pilots or single specialty solutions. Through this Coalition, we’re collaborating on multispecialty, tech enabled care models that can be standardized, supported by policy reform, and implemented at national scale.

Learn more: specialtycareaccess.org

03/05/2026

📣 Upcoming COE Webinar
🗓 March 18th | 12:00 PM–1:00 PM CST | Virtual

“Virtual Nursing,” presented by invited speakers, Brian D'Anza and Colleen Mallozzi.

This presentation will describe several key steps in development of a virtual nursing program to address patient fall risks and discuss the infrastructure and teams needed to implement a virtual nursing program.

📌 Register using this link: 96f5df1e-dbdd-43d3-86b8-2737a6ef76dd@78a0681e-f0be-47e2-8049-8616858818a5" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/96f5df1e-dbdd-43d3-86b8-2737a6ef76dd@78a0681e-f0be-47e2-8049-8616858818a5

03/04/2026

📣 TOMORROW | Project ECHO | STDs in the Community Session
Wednesday, March 5th, 2026 | 12:00–1:00 PM CST

📌 Mississippi continues to experience the highest rates of STIs in the nation, including a dramatic rise in congenital syphilis. This initiative is designed to equip community healthcare providers across Mississippi with the latest evidence-based strategies for the diagnosis, prevention, and management of sexually transmitted infections.

📌 Topics include congenital syphilis, adult syphilis management, gonorrhea and chlamydia, HIV prevention (PrEP), DoxyPEP for STD prevention, and other infections such as trichomonas, M. genitalium, and bacterial vaginosis.

Register here: https://iecho.org/public/program/PRGM17017185624068GG64QJQSU

03/04/2026

Join us for an in-depth discussion on AI-Enabled Virtual Nursing, featuring insights from UMMC leadership and rural hospital partners!

This session will explore real-world implementation of a virtual nursing model, including operational challenges, technology considerations, workflow impact, and lessons learned for replication across health systems. We’ll also hear a rural critical access hospital perspective and discuss future collaboration and research opportunities.

🖥 Hosted via Zoom (calendar invite with join link sent upon registration)
⏰ Please log in 10–15 minutes early for audio checks and pre-session questions
💬 Moderated Q&A included

We look forward to an engaging conversation on innovation, implementation, and the future of AI-enabled care delivery!

Register Now via Luma: https://luma.com/usalfzac

03/04/2026

📣 TODAY
Project ECHO | Pediatric Dermatology Session
Wednesday, March 4th, 2026 | 12:00–1:00 PM CST

📣 TOMORROW | Project ECHO | Pediatric Dermatology Session
Wednesday, March 4th, 2026 | 12:00–1:00 PM CST

📌 Pediatric skin concerns account for a significant portion of primary care visits—yet access to pediatric dermatologists remains limited across many rural communities in the Upper Midwest. This Project ECHO connects primary care clinicians with board-certified pediatric dermatologists to strengthen the diagnosis and management of common pediatric skin conditions.

📌 Through expert-led mini-lectures and case-based discussions, participants gain practical, evidence-based strategies to improve care for conditions such as atopic dermatitis, acne, seborrheic dermatitis, molluscum contagiosum, impetigo, and more.

Register here: https://iecho.org/public/program/PRGM1701792008640ZWOPNQ6LUA

03/04/2026

In celebration of National Nutrition Month, we’re excited to welcome Dr. Josie Bidwell, DNP, FACLM as an invited expert for our Telehealth Center of Excellence (COE) Webinar Series!

🗓 March 20, 2026
⏰ 11:30 AM CST

💻 Topic: Lifestyle Medicine: The Foundation of Chronic Disease Management

Lifestyle medicine plays a critical role in preventing and managing chronic disease through evidence-based approaches including nutrition, physical activity, sleep, and behavior change. Join us as Dr. Bidwell shares insights on how lifestyle interventions can transform long-term health outcomes.

🔗 Join the webinar: e01835cc-4ce3-45a7-9be9-5fe9d8c12a10@78a0681e-f0be-47e2-8049-8616858818a5" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/e01835cc-4ce3-45a7-9be9-5fe9d8c12a10@78a0681e-f0be-47e2-8049-8616858818a5

03/04/2026

📣 TOMORROW | Project ECHO | Pediatric Dermatology Session
Wednesday, March 4th, 2026 | 12:00–1:00 PM CST

📌 Pediatric skin concerns account for a significant portion of primary care visits—yet access to pediatric dermatologists remains limited across many rural communities in the Upper Midwest. This Project ECHO connects primary care clinicians with board-certified pediatric dermatologists to strengthen the diagnosis and management of common pediatric skin conditions.

📌 Through expert-led mini-lectures and case-based discussions, participants gain practical, evidence-based strategies to improve care for conditions such as atopic dermatitis, acne, seborrheic dermatitis, molluscum contagiosum, impetigo, and more.

Register here: https://iecho.org/public/program/PRGM1701792008640ZWOPNQ6LUA

03/03/2026

Happy Birthday, Christina! 🎉 Your energy, passion, and dedication as our Director of Outreach and School-Based Telehealth make such a difference for the communities we serve.

Thank you for the heart and leadership you bring to expanding access to care for students and families.

Our team and the communities we serve are better because of you. Hope your day is filled with celebration and joy!