Dr. Jacob R. Moremen

Doctor Overview

Dr. Jacob R. Moremen is a thoracic surgeon at The University of Mississippi Medical Center. He treats patients with lung cancer, mesothelioma and gastrointestinal cancers. He believes open communication between doctor and patient is essential to finding the right treatment approach.

Dr. Moremen also holds an associate professor position at the University of Mississippi. In this role, he facilitates cardiothoracic training. He has co-authored several medical publications related to lung cancer and thoracic surgery. Dr. Moremen also participates in professional societies that aim to improve thoracic surgery techniques and outcomes.

Doctor Fast Facts

Main Specialty: Thoracic Surgery

Other Interests & Specialties: Gastrointestinal cancers, lung cancer, mesothelioma and thoracic surgery.

Certifications, Awards & Accolades: Board Certified in Surgery and Thoracic Surgery

Education & Experience:

• Medical Degree from the University of Kentucky College of Medicine
• Internship at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine
• Residency in Surgery at Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center/Mercer University School of Medicine
• Fellowship in Thoracic Surgery at Indiana University School of Medicine

Publications

Safety of same-day discharge after gastric peroral endoscopic myotomy in patients with refractory gastroparesis: an international multicenter study. Gastrointest Endosc. 2025 Oct;102(4):595-599.e1.

Comparative effectiveness of perioperative physical activity in older adults with lung cancer and their family caregivers: design of a multicenter pragmatic randomized trial. BMC Cancer. 2024 Aug 8;24(1):976.