College of Medicine


October 9, 2023

Urologic Reconstruction Specialist Brian Langford, M.D., Joins UAMS Department of Surgery

Linda Satter

Brian Langford, M.D.

LITTLE ROCK — Brian Langford, M.D., who specializes in urologic reconstruction, joined the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Department of Surgery as an assistant professor in the Division of Trauma. Langford received his medical degree from UAMS, where he also completed a general surgery internship and urology residency. He received advanced training in…


October 3, 2023

NIH Awards UAMS $606,274 to Research Cardiovascular Risks Associated with Kidney Disease

Benjamin Waldrum

Pathak, Jain and Ware

LITTLE ROCK — A team of three researchers at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) will use a recent $606,274 grant to investigate how the body’s natural defense mechanisms contribute to cardiovascular risks for patients with kidney disease. The one-year grant is an administrative supplement to the Arkansas IDeA Network for Biomedical Research…


September 28, 2023

UAMS, Arkansas Children’s Celebrate Three Honorees at Investiture

News Staff

(From left) Mario G. Ferruzzi, Ph.D., Peter Mourani, M.D., and William J. Steinbach, M.D., were honored at an investiture ceremony Sept. 27.

Arkansas Children’s and the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) celebrated the investiture of three health care professionals in a ceremony at CALS Ron Robinson Theater on Sept. 27.


September 26, 2023

UAMS’ Simon Mears, M.D., Ph.D., Named to Prestigious Knee Society

Linda Satter

Simon Mears, M.D., Ph.D.

LITTLE ROCK — Simon Mears, M.D., Ph.D., a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), has been elected to the prestigious Knee Society. The academic, invitation-only national organization represents the world’s most influential surgeons and researchers in knee replacement. It is committed to advancing the care of patients with knee…


September 25, 2023

UAMS Otolaryngologist Patrick Fraley, M.D., Recognized for Expertise in Sleep Apnea Implant

Linda Satter

white-coat portrait of Patrick Fraley, M.D.

LITTLE ROCK — Patrick Fraley, M.D., a board-certified otolaryngologist at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), has been recognized as an Inspire Physician of Excellence. He is the only physician in Arkansas and one of only 50 surgeons nationwide to receive the designation by Inspire Medical Systems, Inc., the maker of a small…


September 21, 2023

Sickle Cell Disease Symposium Looks Ahead to “New Era”

Benjamin Waldrum

Sunny Singh speaking on sickle cell panel

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) hosted its annual Sickle Cell Symposium on Sept. 12, bringing together leading researchers, clinicians, patients and community advocates to share the latest advancements in sickle cell disease and treatment. The fall event, held in the 12th floor auditorium of the Jackson T. Stephens Neurosciences & Spine Institute…


September 19, 2023

Medical Student’s Two-Year Detour through NIH Reinforces Chosen Career Path

Linda Satter

Mason Belue

| Two years after taking a break from medical school at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) to participate in the prestigious Medical Research Scholars Program (MSRP) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Mason Belue is more excited than ever about their future as a clinician-scientist. Instead of being away from UAMS…


September 18, 2023

UAMS Adds Second Girlology® Puberty Session on Oct. 8

Yavonda Chase

Girlology sessions are for girls ages 8-14, accompanied by a parent or other caregiver, and are intended to help tween and teen girls face puberty with greater confidence.

LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is offering a morning Oct. 8 session of the popular Girlology® puberty program after the afternoon session sold out.


September 15, 2023

UAMS Breaks Ground in Springdale for Orthopaedics & Sports Performance Center

David Wise

Members of UAMS, the UA and Marlon Blackwell Architects break ground at the site of the new UAMS Health Orthopaedics and Sports Performance Center

FAYETTEVILLE — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) broke ground today on the UAMS Health Orthopaedics & Sports Performance Center in Springdale.


September 12, 2023

Vascular Surgeon Andre Ramdon, M.D., Joins UAMS

Linda Satter

Andre Ramdon, M.D. - white coat portrait with UAMS logo

 LITTLE ROCK — Andre Ramdon, M.D., a fellowship-trained, board-certified vascular surgeon, has joined the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) as an associate professor in the College of Medicine’s Department of Surgery, Division of Vascular Surgery. He is seeing patients in the vascular and endovascular surgery clinics at UAMS and Baptist Health. “Dr. Ramdon…



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