Alcorn alumna Jacqueline Walters to speak to Alcorn graduates at commencement

Prominent physician Dr. Jacqueline Walters will be giving the commencement speech to more than 700 Alcorn State University graduates May 9th at 8:30 a.m. in the Davey L. Whitney HPER Complex in Lorman, Miss.

Dr. Walters, who’s also known as Dr. Jackie, earned dual bachelor’s degrees from Alcorn State University and the University of Mississippi. She later earned her medical degree from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine. In 1997, Dr. Walters completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology from the Medical Center of Central Georgia and Mercer University. After residency, she started in private practice where she also became affiliated with Northside Hospital in Atlanta. As a nationally celebrated board certified obstetrician and gynecologist, Dr. Walters’ high profile clientele consists of the Braxton’s, rapper T.I., and singer Usher. She has remained in private practice for 18 years.

Dr. Walters, who is a two-time breast cancer survivor, understands the effects of personal health challenges. As a dedicated teacher, she has assimilated a women’s Wellness Program into her practice to help eradicate the increasing number of heart disease cases amongst women.