Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging


November 26, 2025

Deanna Cochran, M.D., Joins UAMS’ Thomas and Lyon Longevity Clinic

Chris Carmody

Deanna Cochran, M.D., is accepting patients at the Thomas and Lyon Longevity Clinic in Little Rock.

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has welcomed Deanna Cochran, M.D., as a new physician at the Thomas and Lyon Longevity Clinic in the UAMS Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging.


November 25, 2025

UAMS Hosts Lecture on Warning Signs of Dementia

Chris Carmody

Courtney Ghormley, geropsychologist at the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System, gave a presentation about the warning signs of dementia.

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) recently hosted a virtual lecture that focused on the warning signs of dementia and offered suggestions on the next steps for people who recognize those symptoms in themselves or others.


October 27, 2025

Geriatrics Update Session Examines Lewy Body Dementia, Parkinson’s Disease, Alzheimer’s

Linda Satter

Denise Compton, Ph.D., geriatrics neuropsychologist, discusses differences between Lewy body dementia, Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's.

October 27, 2025 | Health professionals and community members gathered Oct. 9-11 at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging to learn about a wide range of topics and the latest developments in the care of older adults. The 29th annual three-day conference, “2025 Geriatrics Update: Living and…


September 30, 2025

Lecture Series Begins with Look at Breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s Research

Chris Carmody

This portrait shows two older women smiling in a garden.

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) recently welcomed David Cook, director of public policy and governmental affairs for the Arkansas chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association, for a virtual lecture about the latest frontiers in Alzheimer’s diagnosis and treatment.


September 29, 2025

UAMS Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging to Host Geriatric Care Conference Oct. 9-11

Chris Carmody

A group of seniors smiling together while in a retirement home

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging will host its 2025 Geriatrics Updates conference Oct. 9-11, providing an opportunity for health professionals, patients, caregivers and community members to learn about the latest findings in geriatric care.


July 22, 2025

Alexis House, D.O., Joins UAMS’ Thomas and Lyon Longevity Clinic

Chris Carmody

Alexis House, D.O., is accepting patients at the Thomas and Lyon Longevity Clinic in Little Rock.

Alexis House, D.O., has joined the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) and will treat patients at the Thomas and Lyon Longevity Clinic in the Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging. She also serves as an assistant professor in the UAMS College of Medicine’s Department of Geriatrics. House earned her Bachelor of Science in…


June 5, 2025

Gifts from Walker Foundation, Jane Lyon Honor UAMS’ Jeanne Wei, M.D., Ph.D., Create Distinguished Chair

Andrew Vogler

Wei Chair press conference

LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) received gifts totaling more than $2.1 million to create the Jeanne Wei, M.D., Ph.D., Distinguished Chair for Leadership in Geriatric Medicine, an endowed fund in the Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging. The Willard & Pat Walker Charitable Foundation made a $1 million donation…


May 15, 2025

Taylor Foundation Awards $100,000 Grant to Support Alzheimer’s Work of Sue T. Griffin, Ph.D.

Andrew Vogler

Griffin

LITTLE ROCK — The Charles M. and Joan R. Taylor Foundation Inc. awarded the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) a $100,000 grant to support the Joan Richards Taylor Alzheimer’s Disease Endowment Fund in the UAMS Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging. The grant was given in recognition of the work and dedication of Sue…


May 6, 2025

UAMS Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging Hosts Drug Takeback Day

Chris Carmody

Randy Henderson, clinical research associate in the College of Medicine’s Department of Geriatrics, and Regina Gibson, program manager for the OPAL Program, distribute naloxone kits during the Drug Takeback Day event at the Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging.

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging hosted a Drug Takeback Day on April 25, inviting patients and employees to safely discard unused medications and learn about the dangers of opioid abuse. Throughout the day, people stopped by the Institute on Aging’s lobby to deposit bottles of medication…


April 21, 2025

UAMS’ AGEC, Community Groups Present ‘Disaster Preparedness for Older Adults’ on May 7

News Staff

The UAMS Arkansas Geriatric Education Collaborative (AGEC) and community partners will present “Disaster Preparedness for Older Adults,” on May 7.

LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Arkansas Geriatric Education Collaborative (AGEC) and community partners will present “Disaster Preparedness for Older Adults,” on May 7 from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Patrick Hays Senior Citizens Center, 401 W. Pershing, in North Little Rock.



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