Wayne S. Orr

Wayne S. Orr, MD, is an Associate Professor at the University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC) School of Medicine, Department of Surgery. Since 2015, he has served as faculty and clinical innovator in surgical oncology, with leadership roles as Division Chief (2019-present) and Associate Director (2016-present). His practice locations include UMMC Jackson, Madison Medical Clinics, and Cancer Center locations.

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Delta State University
• MD, University of Mississippi Medical Center School of Medicine
• General Surgery Residency, University of Tennessee Health Science Center
• Research Fellowship, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
• Complex General Surgical Oncology Fellowship, M.D. Anderson Cancer Center

Specializing in surgical oncology, hepatobiliary/pancreatic surgery, and minimally invasive techniques, Dr. Orr focuses on treating sarcomas, gastrointestinal cancers, and melanoma. His clinical expertise spans pancreatic, liver/bile duct cancers, and soft tissue malignancies.

Dr. Orr has received numerous accolades including multiple Carl G. Evers, MD Society All-Star Attending Awards, Department of Surgery Teaching Awards, and early career recognition from UMMC. He maintains certifications in surgery, surgical oncology, and life support protocols, along with active medical licenses in Mississippi and Texas.