Mena Medical Associates

08/08/2025

08/01/2025

Starting soon, Sydney Ford, APRN will be available for same-day appointments at our clinic!

If you're feeling under the weather or need to be seen quickly, come see us—Sydney is here to provide prompt, professional care when you need it most.

📞 Call us to find out more!
📍 Mena Medical Associates

07/30/2025

🚨 Big News for Expecting Mothers and Families in Our Community! 🚨

We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Amanda Paramore, DO to Mena Regional family this August!

Dr. Paramore is a female physician specializing in FMOB (Family Medicine with Obstetrics) — which means she can:
👶 Provide prenatal care
👩‍🍼 Deliver your baby
💞 Care for both mom and baby after delivery
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Continue seeing the entire family
She brings more options, comfort, and continuity of care for families in our area.
We’re proud to have her joining our team!

07/29/2025

We're excited to welcome Dr. J.J. Williams to Mena Medical Associates. Starting next week, he will bring focus in family medicine and is a great addition to our growing team.

Dr. Joseph J. Williams is a board certified Family Physician through the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians and specializing in Primary Care. He earned his medical degree from the New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine in Jonesboro, Arkansas and completed residency in Southaven, Mississippi at Baptist Memorial.

Dr. Williams has a special interest in rural medicine, as he was raised in Southeast Arkansas. As an Air Force veteran, he served 10 years as a Search and Rescue Specialist with medical capabilities and became a Pararescueman (PJ).

In his spare time, Dr. Williams enjoys spending time with his wife and two boys outdoors hunting, fishing and hiking.

Please help us welcome him to our community!

07/28/2025

Join us in welcoming Sydney Ford, our newest Nurse Practitioner!

Sydney spent most of her childhood in a small town outside of Dallas, TX then moved to New Boston for high school, where she graduated in 2016. She studied for 2 semesters at UT Tyler before transferring to the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2020. Sydney began her nursing career with nearly 2 years working on the oncology floor of Cox South Hospital in Springfield, MO. She then gained experience in the clinic setting at an outpatient behavioral health clinic before relocating to Northwest Arkansas in 2022. Once back in Arkansas, Sydney spent another two years in the clinic setting at Highlands Oncology in Springdale working as the clinic nurse for a surgical gynecologic oncology team. It was during this time that Sydney decided to further her education and apply to the Harding University Family Nurse Practitioner program. Sydney enrolled in the Harding FNP program in 2022 while working full time and earned her Masters of Science in Nursing and Family Nurse Practitioner certification in 2025.

Sydney joined the Mena Medical Associates family in July of 2025. She moved to Mena from Northwest Arkansas with her husband Luke, who is a Physical Therapist at Mena Regional’s outpatient clinic. Sydney is a proud pet mom of her two doodles, Jackson and Remi, and her black cat, Blue. She enjoys reading, drinking coffee, riding bicycles, playing pickleball, decompressing with retail therapy, indulging in the occasional reality tv show, and exploring the outdoors.

Sydney pursued a career in nursing with the hope that she could make meaningful differences in people’s everyday lives.

“My journey in healthcare has already been so fulfilling, and has allowed me to combine my love for science and my passion for providing patient-centered care into one career”.

Sydney is looking forward to serving the community of Mena and is excited to be joining the MMA team!

07/23/2025

🧠 Mental Health Support, Close to Home

If you're feeling overwhelmed, struggling with your mood, or just not quite yourself, you're not alone. Mental health is an important part of your overall well-being, and support is available right here in Mena.

At Mena Regional Health System, Doris Hastey, APRN, offers compassionate, professional care for mental and behavioral health needs at every stage of life. Whether you're seen through Mena Medical Associates, Senior Behavioral Health, or during a hospital stay, Doris is here to listen, evaluate, and help you find the support that fits your needs.

Everyone deserves to feel heard, understood, and cared for.
Call today to learn more or schedule an appointment.

07/22/2025

Not quite ready to go home after a hospital stay? That’s where Swing Bed comes in.

It’s short-term rehab care right here at Mena Regional Health System — no need to move to a nursing home or out-of-town facility.

Patients get the extra recovery time they need with access to:

💪 Physical Therapy (PT)

✋ Occupational Therapy (OT)

🗣️ Speech Therapy (ST)
All right here, under one roof.

Perfect for recovering after:
✔️ Surgery
✔️ Illness
✔️ Injury
✔️ Extended hospital stay

Swing Bed is the bridge between hospital and home — local care, less stress, better healing.

07/22/2025

This October, we’ll be wishing a heartfelt goodbye to Dr. Unruh. Her dedication to pediatric care has made a lasting impression on so many families in our community, and we are incredibly thankful for her time with us. While her departure is bittersweet, we’re also looking ahead with hope and excitement.

Stay tuned for a sneak peek in August as we begin a new chapter in care. (Hint: We’re growing and expanding our ability to serve families of all ages—from delivery to lifelong care!)

We can’t wait to share more soon.

07/17/2025

Back-to-School Health Check Time
A new school year is almost here — make sure your child is ready to start strong!

Schedule their annual well-child visit at Mena Medical Associates today. Dr. Aldrich, who focuses on pediatrics, is here to help your child stay healthy and thrive.

We offer:
• Routine physicals
• Required immunizations
• Vision & hearing screenings
• Sports physicals
• Developmental checkups

Appointments fill up fast — don’t wait!
Call 479-394-1414 to schedule your child’s visit.

06/30/2025

🇺🇸 Fourth of July 🇺🇸

Mena Medical Associates and Mena Surgical Clinic will be closed on Friday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day. 🎆

We hope you have a safe and happy holiday as we celebrate the birth of our nation! Normal business hours will resume on Friday, July 5th.

Thank you for letting us be a part of your healthcare journey — and Happy 4th of July from all of us! ❤️🤍💙

06/27/2025

06/23/2025

Get to know some of our providers!

At Mena Medical Associates, our providers are more than just healthcare professionals — they’re your neighbors, friends, and partners in wellness. 💙

We’re proud to have a caring, experienced team here to support you and your family at every stage of life. Follow along as we spotlight each of our incredible providers in the coming weeks!

📍 Compassionate care, right here at home.
📞 Call 479-394-1414 to schedule your visit today!