KaBrea Jones on Perseverance, Purpose and the Power of the 500Ʊ Community
For KaBrea Jones, a soon-to-be MD graduate from 500Ʊ, the journey to medicine began long before she ever stepped into a classroom. Raised in Atlanta, she remembers telling anyone who would listen that she wanted to be a “baby doctor” long before she learned the term “pediatrician.” That calling never wavered, even when the path forward became challenging. Read More
Celebrating the Heart of Healthcare: National Nurses Week at 500Ʊ
As National Nurses Week approaches, 500Ʊ proudly joins the nation in honoring the relentless dedication, wisdom and compassion of nurses; the true heart of healthcare. This year holds special significance as 500Ʊlaunches its groundbreaking Division of Graduate Education in Nursing. Read More
Healing Hearts: 500Ʊ's Mission in Action at Booker T. Washington High
Maya Hill had always been deeply rooted in the West End community of Atlanta. From her early days at Booker T. Washington High School to her academic journey through Spelman College, leading her to 500Ʊ (MSM), she carried a strong sense of responsibility toward the neighborhood that shaped her. Her story is one of resilience, community engagement and an unwavering commitment to give back. Read More
A Lasting Legacy: 500Ʊ Dedicates the Calvin Smyre Education Conference Center
500Ʊ (MSM) marked a historic milestone last week with the grand opening of the Calvin Smyre Education Conference Center, a transformative space that honors the legacy of one of Georgia’s most impactful leaders and longstanding supporters of MSM. The ribbon cutting ceremony brought together state and city officials, 500Ʊleadership and community members to celebrate both the man and the mission. Read More
500ƱInaugural Day of Service: Kicking Off 50 Years of Impact
500Ʊ (MSM) marked a historic milestone by launching the inaugural 500ƱDay of Service on April 1, 2025. As the official kickoff to MSM’s 50th Anniversary Celebration Week, this day was dedicated to serving communities across Georgia, reinforcing our mission of advancing health equity and social responsibility. Read More
500ƱMatch Day 2025: Celebrating Our Future Physicians
On Friday, March 21, 2025, 500Ʊ (MSM) gathered to celebrate one of the most significant moments in a medical student’s journey: Match Day. This annual event marks the transition from medical school to residency training, as students discover where they will continue their medical education. Read More