Arkansas Medical Society

03/10/2026

Important information from Scott Ferguson-AMA Board of Trustees, a dedicated national healthcare advocate, former Arkansas representative, and a past president of the Arkansas Medical Society.

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03/10/2026

SVMIC's Risk Reduction Services empower physicians and practices with proactive tools, expert guidance, and hands on support to help reduce risk and prevent potential challenges before they impact patient care. From risk consulting to virtual resources, SVMIC offers the support you need to strengthen patient safety and protect your practice.

To learn more, visit https://heyor.ca/mPJiEl.

03/06/2026

Natalie Burr, MD, is one of seven pediatricians at Little Rock Pediatric Clinic. She champions child health advocacy and children’s oral health.

LRPC is proud to be a group member of the Arkansas Medical Society.

“The Society’s educational programs and legislative work greatly benefit Arkansas physicians and practices like ours,” said Dr. Burr. “We also appreciate AMS Benefits for its support with employee benefits and advocacy with payers on behalf of physicians.”

Thank you, Dr. Burr, for your commitment to supporting patient health. Please enjoy and SHARE this post that begins our new "Friday Member Feature" series on AMS socials.

03/05/2026

The Society is excited to recognize this year's 2026 Annual Meeting Silver Sponsor. Sponsorship opportunities are limited but still available—learn more at arkmed.org/2026-annual-meeting/ or call 501-224-8967 today to reserve your spot!

03/05/2026

Arkansas AMA delegates advocating for patients and physicians with U.S. Senator John Boozman.

(L-R): Scott Ferguson, MD; Deborah Ferguson, DDS; Senator Boozman; Alan Wilson, MD (Past President, Arkansas Medical Society); and Dale Blasier, MD.

When physicians have a seat at the table, patients win.

03/03/2026

For more than 35 years, SVMIC has proudly stood behind Arkansas physicians – defending, protecting, and advocating when it matters most. Discover how SVMIC can support you and your practice at https://heyor.ca/jfEzut

03/02/2026

Physicians are called to medicine to be their patients’ strongest allies, providing the expertise and information patients need to make informed decisions.

Their years of education and training make physicians well-equipped to provide high quality healthcare decisions, yet prior authorization undermines physicians’ treatment decisions.

AMS has helped pass legislation that simplifies the prior authorization process here in Arkansas. We will continue to advocate for physicians and patients. Learn more: https://heyor.ca/imaiZP

03/02/2026

This important campaign rolls on. Thanks again to AMS member Sam Taggart, MD, for drawing attention to the important bond between physicians and patients. , , ,

Physicians are our patients’ biggest allies. Our commitment to connecting and caring for patients pushed us through medical school, which didn’t come cheap. Yet, today, our core mission is disrupted...

02/28/2026

1 in 10 people live with a rare disease. On we lift up those patients who are on a rare medical journey, and we celebrate the physicians who are there every step of the way, empowering their patients with the knowledge to make the health care decisions that are right for them. More: https://heyor.ca/imaiZP

02/27/2026

Keeping physicians at the center of the conversation.
AFMC is proud to partner with the Arkansas Medical Society to support Arkansas physicians and the communities they serve. Learn more: afmc.org | arkmed.org

02/24/2026

SVMIC supports physicians and practice leaders with far more than malpractice coverage, they help strengthen the entire practice. SVMIC’s Medical Practice Services team delivers hands-on guidance to partners and practices of all sizes to navigate challenges, uncover opportunities, and build long term success. Strong practices strengthen communities, and SVMIC is here to equip yours with the insight and support you need to thrive.

02/20/2026

93% of patients say it’s important for their physician to be involved in diagnosis and treatment decisions! Yet increasingly, bureaucratic red tape is leaving physicians out of healthcare decisions. https://heyor.ca/xHZ91t

AMS has helped pass legislation that simplifies the prior authorization process here in Arkansas. We will continue to advocate for physicians and patients. Learn more at https://heyor.ca/imaiZP