Dr. Teri Oakes Dyess, MD, FHM, FACP

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Enhancing Patient Care and Advancing Healthcare Practices at St. Dominic’s Hospital

Teri Oakes Dyess, MD, FHM, FACP, a distinguished physician and healthcare leader, has made significant strides in the field of hospital medicine over her impressive three-decade career. Currently serving as the Director of Hospital Medicine and a hospitalist at St. Dominic’s Hospital in Jackson, Mississippi, Dr. Dyess has been instrumental in enhancing patient care and advancing healthcare practices since joining the institution in 2013. In addition to her primary role, she serves as Chief Medical Officer and previously as Co-Chief Medical Officer from 2021 to 2023.

A proud graduate of the University of Mississippi School of Medicine in 1987, Dr. Dyess completed her residency in internal medicine at Carney Hospital from 1987 to 1990. Her commitment to excellence in healthcare is underscored by her recognition as a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine. Furthermore, she holds prestigious fellowships with both the Society of Hospital Medicine and the American College of Physicians, affirming her dedication to the medical profession.

Dr. Dyess’s contributions extend beyond her clinical responsibilities. She is an active member of the Mississippi Obesity Society and has played pivotal roles in various healthcare institutions throughout Mississippi. Her passion for improving community health is evident in her involvement in state-level initiatives aimed at promoting physical fitness and overall well-being.

“I’ve committed my life’s work to healthcare as a physician in hospital medicine. As a doctor dedicated to caring for patients during their time in the hospital, I see firsthand the impact that heart disease and lifestyle choices have on our loved ones,” said Dr. Dyess. “I also see the potential to find new ways to prevent and treat these conditions through research and education offered by organizations like the American Heart Association.”

Dr. Dyess’s unwavering dedication to her patients and commitment to advancing healthcare in Mississippi positions her as a leading figure in the medical community. Her work emphasizes the importance of integrating clinical expertise with community health initiatives, ultimately striving to improve healthcare outcomes for all Mississippians.

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