CCE Cardiometabolic disorders: University of Mississippi by the numbers

The following data were evaluated to determine the University of Mississippi's standing as a Clinical Center of Excellence for cardiometabolic disorders:

2007: Year founded

8: Faculty

8: Research protocols annually

6: Annual faculty publications

75 percent: Patients reaching target LDL levels

50 percent: Patients reaching all target lipid levels

1.5 percent: Average HbA_1C reduction

90 percent: Achievement of quality assurance treatment markers such as annual monofilament foot examinations, aspirin therapy, and vaccinations