Memorial Health System

Men will spend hours fixing things around the house, helping friends move, and tackling projects that nobody else wants to do. But when it comes to scheduling a doctor's appointment, many men keep pushing it to another day. This Men's Health Month, make yourself a priority. A routine physical can help catch potential health concerns early and keep you healthy for the people who depend on you.

Learn more about primary care: https://wearememorial.com/service/primary-care/

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Thomas Blackledge to Memorial Physician Clinics Community Care Reynoir in Biloxi!

With nearly 30 years of experience in family medicine, Dr. Blackledge is dedicated to helping patients stay healthy through preventive care, wellness services, and personalized treatment plans. He provides care for a wide range of adult health needs and is also experienced in treating pediatric patients.

Learn more about Dr. Blackledge and the services he offers: https://wearememorial.com/2026/06/memorial-physician-clinics-welcomes-thomas-blackledge-md/

Many of our patients and team members use Broad Avenue, traveling north from Hwy 90, as the entry point to the Gulfport location. Please note the closure of the railroad crossing starting tomorrow for the next couple of days.

🚧 Traffic Alert: Broad Avenue Closure Next Week! 🚧

CSX Railroad has scheduled a Road Closure on Broad Avenue between Central Street and West Railroad Street for railroad crossing maintenance. Central Street, 42nd Avenue, and West Railroad Street will serve as the designated detour route to accommodate traffic.

Closure Begins: Wednesday, June 17 at 8:00 AM
Closure Ends: Saturday, June 20 at 8:00 AM

For questions or further information, please contact Geoff Reeder of Safety Services & Supply at (330) 749-1906.

🌼 Congratulations to Melinda Keely, RN, MSN, Professional Development Coordinator, on being named Memorial’s inaugural DAISY Nurse Leader Award recipient!

This prestigious award recognizes nurse leaders who create an environment where compassionate, patient-centered care can thrive. Through her dedication, mentorship, and commitment to supporting our nursing teams, Melinda exemplifies what it means to lead with excellence and compassion.

Thank you, Melinda, for the impact you make every day on our nurses, patients, and community.

Read more about Melinda’s recognition, learn about the DAISY Nurse Leader Award, and view this month's nominees:
https://wearememorial.com/2026/06/inaugural-daisy-nurse-leader-award-melinda-keely-rn-professional-development/

Memorial Rheumatology is now welcoming patients at our new Gulfport location, making it easier to access specialized care for arthritis, lupus, osteoporosis, autoimmune diseases, and other rheumatic conditions.

Our experienced providers are dedicated to helping patients manage symptoms, improve mobility, and live healthier lives through personalized treatment and compassionate care.

Learn more about our providers, services, and new location:
https://wearememorial.com/locations/rheumatology/

Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death in the United States, but advanced cardiac care is now closer to home than ever.

Memorial Hospital Biloxi is now offering the Impella CP, an innovative heart pump designed to support blood flow during complex cardiac procedures and emergencies. This advanced technology can help patients with severe coronary artery disease, heart failure, and other serious cardiac conditions by providing temporary circulatory support when the heart needs it most.

Through the continued partnership between Memorial and South Mississippi Heart Center, patients on the Mississippi Gulf Coast have access to leading-edge cardiovascular treatments without having to travel far from home. ❤

Learn more about this innovative procedure and what it could mean for heart patients in our community:

Memorial Hospital Biloxi Introduces Advanced Heart Pump Technology for Cardiac Patients - WXXV News 25 Biloxi, Miss. (WXXV) — There is good news for people living with heart disease on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Memorial Hospital Biloxi is now offering an advanced treatment designed to help improve blood flow to the heart and support patients suffering from severe coronary artery disease and other...

Please join us in congratulating four outstanding members of the Memorial family on being recognized as Gulf Coast Woman’s 100 Successful Women to Know!

👏Dr. Andrea Barker, Vascular Surgeon
👏Dr. Marcella Valderrama, Primary Care Physician at Broad Avenue Family Practice
👏 Phyllis Tran, Pharmacy Department
👏 Giselle Sturm, Pharmacy Department

These remarkable women exemplify leadership, excellence, compassion, and a commitment to serving our community every day. Their dedication to improving the health and well-being of those along the Mississippi Gulf Coast makes us proud to call them part of the Memorial team.

Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition! Your impact reaches far beyond the workplace, inspiring patients, colleagues, and future generations of women leaders.

Join us in celebrating Dr. Barker, Dr. Valderrama, Phyllis, and Giselle in the comments below!