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FROM THE editor’s desk What I
About This Issue
Each June we publish our Meet the Doctors issue to honor the medical professionals who keep our Coast healthy. This edition goes beyond credentials and clinic hours to reveal the personalities, passions, and quiet commitments that define their work—both inside the exam room and out in the community.
We’re continually impressed by how these providers serve: volunteering, advocating, mentoring, and offering small acts of kindness that ripple through our coastal communities. This issue is our chance to spotlight that service and to encourage readers to say thank you— whether with a note, a shared meal, or a simple word of recognition.
Inside you’ll find practical health features— how to choose the right doctor for your healthcare needs, anxiety-relief tips, and fascinating body facts—alongside an in-depth profile of Bienville Orthopaedic Specialists, who graciously hosted our cover shoot and welcomed us into their state-of-the-art surgical center.
This team is not only professional and beyond knowledgeable, but a blast to be around. Who knew a fake surgery could be so fun?
Also in this issue, head to our Arts section to read all about the creative and innovative ways Coast residents are improving their mental health and well-being—one brush stroke at a time.
As always, this edition of South Mississippi Living includes your favorites: People, Shopping, Dining, Sports & Outdoors, Homes and
more. Join us in celebrating the doctors—and people—of the Coast, this month and every month.
Kelsey Sunderman-Foster (center) behind the scenes of the cover photo shoot with Team SML
“Wherever the art of Medicine is loved, there isalsoalove”of
Humanity.
– Hippocrates
Kelsey Sunderman-Foster
Editor
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