Kind words can be short and easy to speak, but their echos are truly endless. Lackey Memorial focuses on you as if you were our own family.
Lackey Memorial Hospital is more than just a healthcare institution; it is a haven of compassion and healing. From the moment you step through its doors, you can sense the warmth and dedication that permeate the atmosphere. It’s a place where lives are not just saved, but where the human spirit is nurtured with empathy. Lackey is a cornerstone of our community, a beacon of hope, and a testament to the power of kindness and expertise coming together to create a haven of healing for those in need.
"The care and attention I received at Lackey Memorial Hospital were truly exceptional. From the friendly staff to the state-of-the-art facilities, I felt supported every step of the way. I couldn’t have asked for better treatment!"
— Sarah T., Forest, MS
"Lackey Memorial Hospital made a stressful situation so much easier. The nurses were compassionate, the doctors were knowledgeable, and the entire team treated me like family. I’m so grateful for their care!"
— James P., Lake, MS
"I’ve been to many hospitals over the years, but none compare to Lackey Memorial. They go above and beyond to make sure patients feel comfortable and well-cared for. They truly have a heart for the community."
— Linda M., Morton, MS
"The team at Lackey Memorial Hospital is outstanding. Whether it’s a routine check-up or an emergency, they’re always ready with a smile and expert care. I trust them completely with my family’s health."
— Robert C., Pelahatchie, MS
Lackey Memorial Hospital is more than just a healthcare institution; it is a haven of compassion and healing. From the moment you step through its doors, you can sense the warmth and dedication that permeate the atmosphere. It’s a place where lives are not just saved, but where the human spirit is nurtured with empathy. Lackey is a cornerstone of our community, a beacon of hope, and a testament to the power of kindness and expertise coming together to create a haven of healing for those in need.
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A little encouragement for our hardworking, compassionate LMH team. Healthcare isn’t always easy… but it’s worth it. 💙 And it’s your ministry field. You’re here for a reason. In EVERY position. EVERY department. You MATTER. We SEE you.
Even on the hard days, you’re doing Kingdom things with purpose. 💙
THANK YOU!
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Meet Christy Smith, one of our 2026 LMH PINK Ambassadors.
This year, Lackey Memorial Hospital wanted to put real faces and real stories behind breast cancer awareness. We invited breast cancer survivors from across our LMH family… both employees and immediate family members of employees… to become our first-ever PINK Ambassadors.
These women are more than a pink ribbon. They are survivors, daughters, mothers, sisters, friends and coworkers whose lives have been touched by breast cancer in very personal ways. Leading up to our “Pearls for the Girls” Ladies Night on October 1, we’ll be sharing their stories of HOPE in Pink & Pearls.
Because behind every ribbon is a real woman. Behind every survivor is a story. And sometimes, hearing someone else’s story is exactly the hope another woman needs.
Christy Smith, Director of Clinic Services throughout the Lackey Memorial Hospital Network, was first diagnosed with Stage III, triple positive invasive breast carcinoma in March 2022 after discovering a knot on the outer side of her right breast. She began treatment with oral chemotherapy.
Then, in January 2025, Christy discovered another knot in the same breast. When this one did not respond to the oral chemotherapy, her treatment plan changed. A port was placed in June 2025, and she began receiving chemotherapy infusions every 21 days.
In the middle of all of this, life was still happening… and there was joy, too. Christy married a wonderful man in April 2025, gaining two precious daughters and adding to a family she already treasures, including her two children, two grandchildren and daughter-in-law.
On October 30, 2025, Christy underwent a double mastectomy. She was told that the cancer was successfully removed during surgery, but her treatment journey continued. In all, Christy completed 18 chemotherapy treatments.
Today, those chemotherapy treatments are FINISHED.
Christy has also completed her recent scans and is now waiting for her follow-up appointment with Dr. Craft in October, when she is prayerfully hoping to hear the words she has been waiting for… ALL CLEAR.
That part of Christy’s story matters, too. Sometimes HOPE doesn’t come after everything is completely settled. Sometimes hope is what carries you through the waiting.
Christy’s journey has stretched across years, treatments, surgery, changes and uncertainty… but cancer is only one chapter of her story. She is a wife, mother, grandmother, coworker, leader and friend. And today, she stands with our PINK Ambassadors as a reminder that there can be strength in the treatment, gratitude in the milestones and hope even while you’re still waiting for the next good report.
Christy, we’re celebrating 18 treatments completed, a major surgery behind you, and the HOPE that carries you forward. We’ll be cheering you on all the way to October… and beyond. 💗
Real Stories. Real Women. A Brighter Tomorrow.
HOPE in Pink & Pearls. 🩷🎀🤍
🎀 Pearls for the Girls: A Night of Hope 🎀
Join us Thursday, October 1st at LMH’s Medical Arts Complex for an evening of fun, fellowship and important conversations about women’s health.
We’ll have a Women’s Healthcare Q&A Panel of Experts, drawings and giveaways, heavy hors d’oeuvres…and our Pink Carpet Fashion Show featuring some very special ladies and plenty of PINK and PEARLS!
Doors open at 5:00 p.m. and the program begins at 6:00 p.m.
Grab your girlfriends…wear your pink, add your pearls and come spend the evening with us. 💗
Because women’s health is about more than appointments and screenings. It’s about education, encouragement, community…and HOPE.
We’ll see you on the PINK carpet!
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