Deadra Thomas

About Us

In the state of Mississippi, Journey Medical Training Center, LLC holds a Certificate of Approval from and is regulated by the Mississippi Commission on Proprietary School and College Registration to operate a proprietary school and is approved to provide a Phlebotomy Program and a Medical Assistant Program.

Our mission is to empower and equip individuals with the tools and education to provide competent and quality care to patients and others within healthcare and the community.

About Our Medical Training Center

Journey Medical Training Center, LLC, was founded in 2018 by Deadra Thomas, MHA, BSN, RN. It is Mrs. Thomas’ vision to open a vocational school to help others enter the healthcare profession and provide continuing education to healthcare professionals. to Journey Medical Training Center, Tupelo, was founded in 2024 by Deadra Thomas and Robert Hall. It is their vision to open a vocational school to help others enter the healthcare profession and provide continuing education to healthcare professionals.

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Our Mission Statement

Journey Medical Training Center, LLC’s mission is to empower and equip individuals with the tools for a successful practice in the healthcare setting.

Our Core Values

Empowerment, Excellence, Compassion, Integrity, and Trustworthiness

Our Vision

To be the preferred community partner for equipping healthcare professionals in delivering compassionate care with excellence and integrity.

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The Journey Medical Training Center Advisory Board

Deadra Thomas, MHA, BSN, RN - CEO/Program Director	Pamela Green - Operations
Robert Hall - Business Development	Cheryl Rainey - Nursing
Kelvin Monroe - Financial Advisor	Sharon Gardner-Joyner, ASCP PBT - Phlebotomy Instructor
Jessie Shackleford - Education Advisor	Deundra Poole - Community Advocate
Destini Hodges - School Representative

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Meet Deadra Thomas, MHA, BSN, RN

Owner/Program Director/Instructor

Deadra Thomas brings over 34 years of unique experience in healthcare that includes leadership, education, and clinical expertise. Her clinical experience includes both adult and pediatric care in the acute and post-acute settings, nursing education, nursing administration, and healthcare leadership.

Thomas earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Concordia-West Suburban College of Nursing and a Master of Arts in Healthcare Administration from Ashford University. She has received numerous awards for nursing excellence and leadership including Baylor Healthcare System’s President and CEO Award, D Magazine’s Excellence in Nursing finalist, and the prestigious DFW Great 100 Nurses.

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Deadra Thomas, MHA, BSN, RN