UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

02/03/2026

This marks the first time the program has received this extended accreditation, a testament to its record of achievement and stability since welcoming its first students in 2020.

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Nursing is celebrating a significant achievement as its Nurse Anesthesia Program has been awar

02/03/2026

About 290,000 adults in Arkansas — or 12% of the population — have diabetes. From 2020-2024, the Institute for Community Health Innovation and food pantries worked together to provide education and nutritious food deliveries to Arkansans with diabetes in Benton and Washington counties.

FAYETTEVILLE — Through a Food Is Medicine intervention delivered in collaboration with food pantries and partners in Northwest Arkansas, researchers at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Institute for Community Health Innovation found improved blood sugar outcomes for nearly 60...

02/02/2026

UAMS Mohs surgeon Dr. Justin McLawhorn joined KATV Channel 7 on Saturday Daybreak to share information on skin cancer and the specialized, microscopic technique he uses to remove skin cancers with a 99% effective cure rate.

KATV ABC 7 in Little Rock, Arkansas covers news, sports, weather and the local community in the city and the surrounding area, including Hot Springs, Conway, Pine Bluff, Jacksonville, Sherwood, Stuttgart, Benton, Bauxite, East End, Scott, Pinnacle, Maumelle, Gibson, Landmark and Hensley.

02/02/2026

Don't ask about the different colored letters. The Groundhog does what he wants.

But what are your guesses? Early Spring or 6 more weeks of Winter?

01/31/2026

📣 Whether you’re a new grad, early in your career or a seasoned professional, working at UAMS is different from anywhere else! In addition to our nine clinics across Arkansas, we now are hiring in Little Rock, AR. https://bit.ly/3ZIGgVT

Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.Microsoft.com, then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions. Students at University of Arkansas System will also vie...

01/30/2026

Jennifer Freeman thought the email she received in late 2023 from the DNA testing firm 23 & Me alerting her that she has “a greatly increased risk of developing breast and ovarian cancer” was a mistake. It wasn’t. After confirming she had the BRCA1/BRCA2 gene, Freeman met with Dr. Daniela Ochoa, a surgical oncologist at the UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute, and decided to have a preventive double mastectomy and hysterectomy. Following the double mastectomy by Dr. Ochoa, Dr. David Sterling at the UAMS Health Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Clinic performed several reconstructive surgeries. With a new golden retriever to help with the emotional roller coaster of recovery, she is looking forward to rebuilding her life without having to worry about cancer.

“One thought of my children growing up without me, and I immediately scheduled the consultation for my first surgery. While this may not be for everyone, for me it was about taking the reins and saying, ‘Not today, cancer!’ I had an opportunity to decrease my risk by 60%, and I took it.” – Jennifer Freeman, Greenbrier

01/30/2026

The COA is the only organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and the U.S. Department of Education to accredit the 154 nurse anesthesia educational programs located in the United States.

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Nursing recently received notice that its Nurse Anesthesia Program was awarded continued accreditation for a 10-year term through the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA).

01/29/2026

Congratulations to Donna Malone our January 2025 MVP of the Month! Donna is a registered nurse in Utilization Review. Hear from her & her nominator! https://bit.ly/4sKDfl6

01/29/2026

This contribution marks a significant milestone in the program’s history because the students have now raised more than $100,000 total for the Arkansas Food Bank’s Food for Kids program since the collaboration began. UAMS Physician Assistant Program

Students from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Physician Assistant (PA) program celebrated a decade of service and another record-breaking year of fundraising for the Arkansas Food Bank during a Dec. 12 check presentation ceremony.

01/28/2026

The REAL (Respect, Empowerment, Awareness, Life) Deal program will help students learn and practice communication skills to help navigate friendships, dating, family dynamics and their future careers.

LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences’ (UAMS) Institute for Digital Health & Innovation has received a five-year, $3,183,174 grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to create a program in Little Rock schools to help students learn better communication ...

01/28/2026

Vanessa Rogers-Wright, Office and Postdoctoral Affairs education coordinator, said the scholars wanted to do something to benefit the UAMS community.

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) theme of “UAMS for UAMS” was front and center during an initiative led by the recently established Office of Postdoctoral Affairs.

01/28/2026

UAMS Lifts Inclement Weather Policy Declaration, Effective at 7 a.m., Today, Jan. 28

Effective 7 a.m., today, Jan. 28, UAMS is lifting its inclement weather declaration for its main campus in Little Rock.

Campus critical employees will be allowed a 2-hour delayed arrival time. Clinics will open at 10.

Express shuttle service will start at 9 a.m. from the Ray Winder lot. Parking lots at War Memorial and Rick’s Armory will be closed due to icy surface conditions. Gates on employee parking decks will remain up for parking.

Any campus non-critical employee who has the ability to work from home should work from home today.

UAMS campuses or facilities outside of the Little Rock area have their own protocol regarding activation and lifting of this policy. For sites outside of Central Arkansas, please check with your supervisor. The UAMS Child Development Center is closed today.