10/21/2025
Congratulations to Vickie Wingfield, Community Relations Director at Arkansas Heart, for receiving the Jean C. McSweeney, Ph.D., RN Women in Medicine Award from the American Heart Association - Arkansas!
As one of the first employees at AHH, Vickie has spent nearly 30 years of her career here. In each of her roles, Vickie has made it her mission to connect individuals, families and organizations with vital cardiovascular resources and education. From leading blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar screenings to speaking publicly on heart health with clarity and warmth, Vickie’s approach is both medically sound and deeply relational.
One of her most impactful initiatives is her oversight of the hospital’s corporate heart screening program. Through strategic partnerships with employers across Central Arkansas, Vickie ensures working professionals gain access to potentially life-saving heart risk assessments.
Vickie’s influence also extends to her role as a part-time chaplain, helping to counsel and support patients and their families. Whether regularly representing Arkansas Heart on television segments or offering guidance to someone who just received unexpected health news, she consistently delivers messages of hope, encouragement and transformation. Community members regularly comment on her professionalism, uplifting presence and the way she speaks from the heart.
We are so proud of and thankful for you, Vickie!
