October 26, 2018

After Mammogram Reveals Cancer, Mom of 3 Fights Back

Susan Van Dusen

Abby Ellington (left) dons her pink boxing gloves for her ongoing fight against breast cancer. She is pictured with her surgeon, Ronda Henry-Tillman, M.D.

When Abby Ellington got the call about a suspicious spot on her mammogram, she wasn’t worried. She had a scare seven years earlier, before a biopsy revealed her to be cancer free.

October 15, 2018

After 57-Year Respite, Little Rock Woman Beats Breast Cancer a Second Time

Susan Van Dusen

After being diagnosed with breast cancer at age 84, Joyce Faulkner of Little Rock encourages women to continue receiving annual mammograms throughout their lifetime.

The year was 1961, and football season was in full swing. With her tickets in hand, University of Arkansas alumna Joyce Faulkner headed to Fayetteville to watch her beloved Razorbacks take the field. But first, she had one stop to make.

October 2, 2018

UAMS, Arkansas Children’s Announce Updated Research Collaborative Agreement and College of Medicine Affiliation Agreement

Susan Van Dusen

UAMS Chancellor Cam Patterson, MD, MBA, and Arkansas Children’s President & CEO Marcy Doderer, FACHE, describe the new agreements between the institutions as enhanced strategic partnerships .

Arkansas’ children have a healthier tomorrow before them, after the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) and Arkansas Children’s today signed updated research collaborative and affiliation agreements.

October 1, 2018

Diagnosed with Breast Cancer While Pregnant, Young Mom Puts Her Trust in UAMS

Susan Van Dusen

Carley Neill shares a joyful moment with her daughter, Emory, and newborn son Eli.

Carley Neill was 16 weeks pregnant when she felt the lump. The busy mom of an active toddler, Neill knew this was something she could not ignore.

September 28, 2018

Tiny Hands Monster Bash Costume Party Oct. 26 to Benefit Family Home, UAMS Preemies

Susan Van Dusen

LITTLE ROCK — Scare up some fun this Halloween at the Tiny Hands Monster Bash, a costume party fundraiser scheduled for 6:30-11 p.m. Oct. 26 at Next Level Events, located at 1400 W. Markham St. in Little Rock’s Union Station.

September 26, 2018

UAMS to Offer 7-Week Freedom from Smoking Group Starting Oct. 10

Susan Van Dusen

LITTLE ROCK –A free seven-week program sponsored by the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is ready to help smokers kick the habit.

September 24, 2018

UAMS to Offer Free Estate Planning Assistance for Cancer Patients Oct. 18

Susan Van Dusen

LITTLE ROCK – Cancer patients and survivors are invited to receive free legal assistance on important personal documents Oct. 18 at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS).

September 19, 2018

New Program at UAMS Offers Support to Children of Cancer Patients

Susan Van Dusen

LITTLE ROCK — A new group to help children cope with a parent’s cancer diagnosis is set to begin Oct. 2 at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS).

September 6, 2018

Gov. Asa Hutchinson Lends Support to UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute

Susan Van Dusen

Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute Interim Director Laura Hutchins, M.D., (center) leads Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson (right) and UAMS Chancellor Cam Patterson, M.D., MBA, on a tour of the Cancer Institute.

Sept. 6, 2018 | A 10-minute drive from the Arkansas State Capitol on Sept. 5 brought Gov. Asa Hutchinson face to face with the future of cancer research.

August 15, 2018

UAMS Sets September Computer Classes for Adults

Susan Van Dusen

LITTLE ROCK — Two computer class — Computer Basics and Intermediate Computers — and four computer workshops — One-on-One Computer Support, Acquiring Your Enhanced Driver’s License, Google Photos and Genealogy Jumpstart— will be taught in September for adults at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging. The courses…


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