Mississippi Baptist Medical Center

01/03/2026

Learn more about Dr. Adam Smitherman with Baptist Orthopedics. Visit Dr. Smitherman for any issues with your bones, muscles, joints, ligaments, tendons, and cartilage that allow you to move, work, and be active. He is accepting new patients. To schedule an appointment, call 601-973-1571.

01/02/2026

Recognizing the signs of a heart attack can help you prevent serious damage and even save your life. Some of the most common symptoms include:

• Crushing pain in the center of the chest
• Shortness of breath
• Nausea and vomiting
• Clammy skin
• A feeling of dread or anxiety
• Loss of consciousness
• Jaw, shoulder, or neck pain
• Headache
• Pain radiating down either arm

Note that signs sometimes differ for men and women. Take control of your heart health and get complete heart care from our team of cardiologists and surgeons at Baptist Heart. Baptist was awarded the American College of Cardiology NCDR Chest Pain MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award in 2025.

01/01/2026

Congratulations to Shakerria Burns and Josh Collins on the birth of their new baby boy Joshua Maurice James Collins, who weighed 7 pounds, 10 ounces. JJ's what he's called, and his mom said JJ's already a blessing to them, even though he wasn't due today—he was just ready to be born!

"It's always a blessing to welcome the first baby of the year at Mississippi Baptist Medical Center," said Bobbie Ware, CEO/administrator. "It fills us with hope and excitement for the year ahead. Congratulations to the family!"

01/01/2026

From all of us at Mississippi Baptist Medical Center, we wish everyone a blessed and healthy New Year!

12/31/2025

Congratulations to Angel Cockrell, Patient Care Assistant, for being selected Service First 4th Quarter Champion by her peers.

12/30/2025

Baptist Medical Group clinics will be open regular hours on Wednesday, December 31, and our after-hours clinics will be open for walk-ins from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

All clinics will be closed on Thursday, January 1, for New Year’s Day, but will resume regular business hours on Friday, January 2. Call our FastPass at 855-733-8863 for an appointment at the clinic nearest you.

We wish everyone a safe and Happy New Year!

12/30/2025

Mississippi Baptist Medical Center presented Hillary Carr, RN with the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses for October. Hillary works in PACU and was nominated by one of her patients. The nominator encountered Hillary in recovery following surgery when complications delayed her being moved to a room. The nominator stated that Hillary communicated with her family about her situation and kept them updated. She praised Hillary stating, “she was always smiling… and never complained about how long she had to care for me and my situation”. She concluded by stating that “nurses like Hillary are few and far between.” Congratulations Hillary!

12/30/2025

Cold season is upon us, and it is critical to focus on your health during this time. At Mississippi Baptist Medical Center, we prioritize our health by being especially careful in the winter. Here are five simple tips to ensure your wellbeing this winter.

1. Bundle up! Wear protective layers to prevent hypothermia and frostbite. Even in short ventures such as grabbing the mail.
2. Stay hydrated. The dry air can be deceptive. Make sure you’re drinking plenty of water, even when you might not feel thirsty.
3. Practice good hygiene. Wash your hands frequently to reduce the risks of the cold and flu. Consider getting your annual flu shot.
4. Stay active. Regular exercise boosts your immune system, so find indoor activities that will keep you mobile.
5. Monitor your mental health. Short days, cold weather, and gray skies can affect mood. Stay connected with loved ones and seek support if needed.

Though it is impossible to prevent everything, these five suggestions will certainly help. Mississippi Baptist Medical Center is a designated Level III trauma and burn center. This means patients of all ages in central Mississippi, as well as across the state and beyond, can be treated at Baptist for a wide range of trauma and burns.

12/28/2025

In preparation for New Year celebrations, Mississippi Baptist Medical Center wants to remind everyone to use precautions with fireworks. Take the advice of Dr. Derek Culnan, medical director for the MBMC Burn Center that there are no safe fireworks and when possible, use of any fireworks should be handled by professionals.

If an accident occurs, Mississippi Baptist Medical Center is a designated Level III trauma and burn center. This means patients of all ages in central Mississippi, as well as across the state and beyond, can be treated at Baptist for a wide range of trauma and burns.

Source: Mississippi Burn, Hand, and Reconstructive Centers, P.C.

12/27/2025

The Birthplace at Mississippi Baptist Medical Center is here to help our patients have the smoothest pregnancy and delivery possible. Our board-certified OB/GYNs, OB hospitalists, maternal-fetal specialists and our nursing staff manage moms and babies’ health during pregnancy and through labor and delivery.

Listen as Jodi Jackson shares some of her pregnancy and delivery journey.

12/26/2025

Hunting season is in full swing and that means riding ATV vehicles. According to the Mississippi Department of Health, Mississippians are 3.5 times more likely to die from an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) accident compared to the 2010 national average. Below are some precautions for ATV riders, especially younger ones.

• Be sure to wear the right equipment: Head injuries are the deadliest consequence of ATV accidents. Helmets can reduce the severity of head injuries and save a life. Arms, legs and eyes are also exposed to injury from rocks, trees and other debris, so protect them by wearing gloves, long shirts and pants, and over-the-ankle boots.
• Be sure the ATV is right for the rider: ATVs for adults and children are not the same. For riders under 16, the chance of injury doubles if riding an ATV made for an adult. Follow manufacturer's recommendations for weight and size of the rider, and don't carry passengers unless your ATV is specifically designed to do so.
• Avoid paved roads: Paved roads may seem like a safer choice for ATV riding, particularly for new learners. But ATVs are not designed to make quick turns on pavement and are likely to roll over.
• Be sure to prep before riding: Studies show that formal, hands-on ATV training lowers the risk of injury for adults and children.

Mississippi Baptist Medical Center is a designated Level III trauma and burn center. This means patients of all ages in central Mississippi, as well as across the state and beyond, can be treated at Baptist for a wide range of trauma and burns.

Source: MS Department of Health

12/25/2025