May 8, 2009

UAMS Sees Ophthalmic Med Techs Stature Raised

Chadley Uekman

For a profession listed as one of the fastest growing in the nation, Suzanne Hansen, chairman of the UAMS ophthalmic medical technology program says it sometimes struggles to recruit students.

“Many people still are not aware of the profession,” said Hansen, who leads the program in the UAMS College of Health Related Professions. It’s one of only five in the United States accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Ophthalmic Medical Programs.


May 6, 2009

Public Invited to Free Senior Housing Fair, Lunch at Bella Vista Schmieding Center

Jon Parham

<span class=”content”>LITTLE ROCK – The public is invited to learn about building, downsizing, finding and financing senior housing on Wednesday, May 20, from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Riordan Hall in Bella Vista. </span>


Byrd, Franks Join UAMS

David Robinson

LITTLE ROCK – The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Office of Communications and Marketing has hired directors to lead its Web Center and clinical communications.  <span class=”content”></span>


UAMS Research Lab Named for Grateful Patient

ChaseYavondaC

In 2004, Greg Pacheco’s life took an unexpected turn when he was diagnosed with a very rare and incurable condition known as Castleman’s Disease. Pacheco has since become an advocate for discovering why the disease occurs and how it can be stopped.


May 5, 2009

UAMS Research Lab Named for Grateful Patient

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  Research assistant Emily Woods examines Castleman’s Disease research data on a flow cytometer purchased with money raised by patient Greg Pacheco and his wife, Charlyn. The flow cytometer is a powerful instrument used to identify and characterize cells. Greg Pacheco (left) was instrumental in raising funds to buy equipment for the Castleman’s Disease research…


UAMS Research Lab Named for Grateful Patient

ChaseYavondaC

In 2004, Greg Pacheco’s life took an unexpected turn when he was diagnosed with a very rare and incurable condition known as Castleman’s Disease. Pacheco has since become an advocate for discovering why the disease occurs and how it can be stopped.


May 4, 2009

Baptist Health in Arkadelphia Joins UAMS-Led Stroke Program

Nate Hinkel

LITTLE ROCK – A new University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) program that provides life-saving emergency care for stroke patients now includes Baptist Health Medical Center-Arkadelphia.  <span class=”content”></span>


May 1, 2009

UAMS Offers Free Hearing Screenings on May 14, 28

Jon Parham

<span class=”content”>LITTLE ROCK – Free hearing screenings will be offered by appointment from 8:30-10 a.m. and 1-3 p.m. May 14 and 28 in the Audiology Clinic at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). </span>


April 30, 2009

Inpatient Mental Health Unit Opens in Northwest Arkansas

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(Left to right) Smith, Doug Arnold, Northwest Medical System chief executive officer and Gov. Beebe in a discussion following the ceremony. Michael Hollomon, M.D., medical director at the UAMS Psychiatric Research Institute – Northwest, speaks at the April 29 ceremony. G. Richard Smith (right), M.D., director of the UAMS Psychiatric Research Institute and Gov. Mike…


Inpatient Mental Health Unit Opens in Northwest Arkansas

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A new 28-bed adult mental health unit is now open to serve Northwest Arkansas as a result of a venture between six regional partners, including the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS).



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