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Neurosurgeons Dagoberto Estevez-Ordonez, M.D., Ph.D., and Hussam Abou-Al-Shaar, M.D., Join UAMS

LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) recently welcomed neurosurgeons Dagoberto Estevez-Ordonez, M.D., Ph.D., and Hussam Abou-Al-Shaar, M.D., to the UAMS College of Medicine Department of Neurosurgery. Estevez-Ordonez is the assistant director of UAMS’ neurosurgical skills laboratory and specializes in surgery for brain and skull-base tumors. He uses open and minimally…

Older adults talking and laughing in a park.

Healthy Aging: Simple Steps for a Healthier Future

Growing older is a natural part of life, and healthy aging can, and should be, an important part of that process. Healthy aging is about taking care of your health, staying independent, maintaining relationships, and continuing to enjoy the people and activities that matter to you most.

Four women who are on a panel on reproductive health sit in chairs onstage discussing ways to improve access and health outcomes. Keesa Smith-Brantley, executive director of Arkansas Advocates for Children and Families, holds the microphone and is speaking.

UAMS Co-hosts Fourth Maternal Health Roundtable

Healthcare providers, policy makers, and community partners with a shared interest in improving maternal and infant health in Arkansas recently gathered at the William J. Clinton Presidential Library to assess ongoing efforts and set future priorities. The Arkansas Maternal Health Roundtable, hosted by the Arkansas Center for Women and Infants’ Health at the University of…

MVP for September: Jordan Gall

Jordan Gall

Meet Jordan, the university’s MVP for September, and a patient experience specialist – education in the UAMS Office of Patient Experience.

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