UAMS West Regional Campus - Fort Smith

08/09/2025

08/09/2025

07/23/2025

Virtual health care is helping new moms get the support they need—right from home.

Our latest research shows that digital tools like virtual doctor visits are making it easier for postpartum mothers to access care for important issues like mental health, substance use, and intimate partner violence.

LITTLE ROCK — Digital health care, such as virtual doctor’s appointments, could fill gaps in care services for postpartum mothers and help their doctors identify critical needs earlier, according to researchers at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Institute for Community Hea...

07/16/2025

Expecting a baby before Dec. 1? You could receive FREE doula support!

We are looking for expecting moms in Conway, Faulkner, Franklin, Johnson, Pope, Yell, and Saline counties to connect with doulas-in-training who can provide emotional, physical, and informational support during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.

This is a great opportunity to receive extra care for you while providing our doulas with the hands-on experience as they work towards certification.

👉Learn more at: uams.health/doula
📩Or email communityhealth@uams.edu to get started.

LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Institute for Community Health Innovation is looking for expectant mothers in 41 Arkansas counties to receive free services from doulas-in-training. The institute is seeking mothers who are expected to give birth before Dec. 1. A...

04/30/2025

Congratulations to our Honors in Underserved Primary Care seniors on matching! Our students matched into five different specialties in four different states! And seven are staying right here in Arkansas. We could not be more proud!

04/28/2025

Dr. Dominguez at the Obesity Medicine Association Conference in Maryland this weekend! Primary care is the frontline in the fight against obesity. From early screening and diagnosis to ongoing support and lifestyle counseling, we're uniquely positioned to create meaningful, long-term change

04/18/2025

🎉 Big congrats to our newest group of CHWs and pharmacy techs who just wrapped up the Diabetes Empowerment Education Program (DEEP) training!

DEEP gives you the tools to support others in managing diabetes with confidence and care. Join us for the next DEEP training, June 18-20, in Little Rock.

📍 Hotel accommodations available!
✅ Check with your supervisor before registering
🔗 Reserve your spot: https://redcap.link/Deeppeertraining

04/04/2025

What an incredible event our UAMS Hands-On Healthcare turned out to be Thursday in partnership with the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith! We had around 70 high school students complete the program which helps better prepare our future health care workforce!

03/22/2025

03/19/2025

We’re excited to introduce our new Chief Residents for this year, Dr. Hinton and Dr. Mefford! With their leadership and dedication, we’re confident they’ll continue to inspire and guide our team to new heights. Join us in welcoming them to this important role!

03/18/2025

✨ Exciting News! ✨

We are beyond thrilled to announce that our Family Medicine program has matched all 9 slots this year! 🙌🏼🎉 It’s a huge accomplishment and a testament to the hard work and dedication of everyone involved. We can't wait to welcome our new residents and continue providing exceptional care to our community. 💙

03/18/2025

Family medicine is about more than just patients — it's about supporting each other through life's challenges, big and small. On Match Day, we’re reminded of how lucky we are to have a Program Director who’s always there for us, whether it's for residency guidance or helping with a broken outlet or setting up the washer/dryer. Here are Dr. Irish and Dr. Clardy (ninja'ing behind the dryer) helping one of our new homeowner residents with some electrical help. True support, in and out of the clinic!