Dr. Manisha Sethi

Born and raised in Mississippi, Dr. Manisha Sethi is extremely proud to be a member of her community and gives back at every opportunity. She is active in the Jackson and Madison communities with involvement in the Junior League of Jackson, the Mississippi Symphony Orchestra Board of Directors and the Ronald McDonald House Board of Directors. She has served on numerous advisory committees such as United Healthcare CHIPS and MACM. She was appointed by the governor to serve on the Medicaid Advisory Committee. She has been recognized as one of Mississippi’s Top 4o Under 40 for the last 5 years in a row.

Education
Dr. Sethi is a graduate of Milsaps College in Jackson, MS. She earned her medical degree from the University of Mississippi Medical Center and subsequently completed a residency in the fields of both Internal Medicine and Pediatrics. She holds board certification in both fields. After her residency, she had the distinct privilege of serving as Chief Resident of the Department of Pediatrics and has remained on staff as an Instructor of Pediatrics at the Blair E. Batson Children’s Hospital.

Additional Certifications and Training
Dr. Sethi is a diplomat of the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Board of Internal Medicine. She is a member of the Mississippi State Medical Association as well as an officer of the Central Medical Society.

Dr. Courtney Convertino

Dr. Rey is our newest Pediatrician. She is originally from Ocean Springs, Mississippi. She received her medical degree at University of Mississippi Medical Center and her training as a Pediatrician at the Blair E Batson Hospital for Children. She is Board Certified in Pediatrics. Her focus is on the complete wellness of children, including nutrition and exercise. She treats all areas of general Pediatrics, from well-child check-ups to same day illnesses. She is presently accepting new Pediatric patients and is excited to be starting her career in medicine in Ridgeland, MS.

Education
She received her medical degree at University of Mississippi Medical Center and her training as a Pediatrician at the Blair E Batson Hospital for Children. She is Board Certified in Pediatrics.

Additional Certifications and Training
She is Board Certified in Pediatrics

Dr. Jason Hicks

Dr. Hicks has been with us since 2006. He is a graduate of Mississippi State University. He earned his medical degree from the University of Mississippi Medical Center and subsequently completed a residency in the fields of both Internal Medicine and Pediatrics. He is board certified in both fields. He enjoys providing medical care to patients of all ages with a wide spectrum of medical conditions. This includes physicals, health screenings, well-child exams and same day sick visits. He performs comprehensive evaluation and management of medical conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and much more. He provides acute care for all ages.

Education
He is a graduate of Mississippi State University. He earned his medical degree from the University of Mississippi Medical Center and subsequently completed a residency in the fields of both Internal Medicine and Pediatrics.

Additional Certifications and Training
He is board certified in both Internal Medicine and Pediatrics. He is a member of the American Medical Association, the American Academy of Pediatrics, and the American College of Physicians. He is active in the residency training program for the University Medical Center Internal Medicine and Pediatric Residents.

Amanda Boyanton, CFNP

Mandy is a native of Vicksburg, Mississippi. She and her husband are the proud parents of a beautiful two-year old daughter. She is committed to the people of Mississippi and has a special interest in preventative medicine. She enjoys spending time with her family, running, water sports, volunteer work, and church activities.

Education
She received her Bachelor of Nursing from Mississippi College in 1993. In 1999, Mandy continued her studies at the University of Mississippi Medical Center where she received her Master’s in Nursing and her degree as a Family Nurse Practitioner.

Additional Certifications and Training
She began her nursing career in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at the Blair E. Batson Children’s Hospital. She has further developed her clinical skills through her additional training and hands on experience in a fast paced emergency room setting as well as in a busy primary care practice in rural health clinic in Mississippi. She is able to serve the medical needs of both adults and children and her skills encompass providing care for acute, chronic and preventative health needs.