Northwest Regional Campus


September 3, 2026

Jennifer Ivy Named Director of UAMS Schmieding Kids First in Springdale

David Wise

Headshot of Jennifer Ivy

UAMS Schmieding Kids First in Springdale has a new leader. Jennifer Ivy has stepped into the role of director, bringing nearly a decade of experience with the Kids First program and a career-long passion for early childhood development.


September 2, 2026

Expansion of Doula Workforce, Statewide Collaboration Leading to Positive Impact on Maternal Health in Arkansas

David Wise

Doula speaking with a pregnant woman.

The rapid expansion of Arkansas’ doula workforce is playing a vital role in improving maternal and infant health outcomes across the state, according to researchers from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Institute for Community Health Innovation.


September 1, 2026

UAMS to Host Popular Girlology® Puberty Session in Northwest Arkansas on Sept. 20

David Wise

UAMS is bringing Girlology® back to Northwest Arkansas on Sept. 20.

FAYETTEVILLE — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) will host Girlology® on Sept. 20 to help girls face puberty with greater confidence. Girlology® will be held from 1-3:30 p.m. at Asbell Elementary School, 1500 N. Sang Ave., in Fayetteville.


August 24, 2026

UAMS and NWACC Partner to Support Health, Safety of Eagles Student-Athletes

David Wise

NWACC Eagles sports logo

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) and NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) today announced a new agreement under which UAMS Health will provide pre-participation physical examinations and injury-assessment screenings for NWACC Eagles student-athletes as part of UAMS’ community health mission.


August 20, 2026

Brenda and Robert Gullett Jr. Gift Supports UAMS Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Facility

Andrew Vogler

Robert and Brenda Gullett

LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) received a $1 million gift from Brenda Gullett and Robert R. Gullett Jr., M.D., associate professor and orthopaedic surgeon at the UAMS Northwest Regional Campus, to benefit the UAMS Health Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Hospital in Springdale.


August 19, 2026

Breastfeeding and Vaccines: Better Together

David Wise

A smiling woman is shown breastfeeding her baby.

Breastfeeding is one of the most effective ways to promote good health for your baby. When combined with recommended childhood vaccines, breastfeeding can create a strong foundation for lifelong health.


August 7, 2026

UAMS Northwest Regional Campus Helps Bilingual Students Bridge Healthcare Language Gap

Andrea Hooten

Student acts surprised at something Ana Sanchez is teaching them.

Ana Sanchez, an education coordinator for UAMS Northwest Regional Campus, is in her 18th year of teaching medical interpretation to Northwest Arkansas high school students. She was inspired to create the class after struggling to interpret for her father when he suffered a heart attack 25 years ago.


July 20, 2026

Enjoy Summer Safely with Smart Sun Protection

David Wise

Photo of sunscreen bottles and sunglasses sitting on a blanket at the beach

Summer is the perfect time to enjoy the outdoors. Whether you’re swimming, biking, gardening, walking, or playing sports, spending time outside is a great way to stay active, reduce stress, and improve your overall well-being. As you enjoy the sunshine, it’s important to take steps to protect yourself from harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. The sun emits UV rays, a type of radiation that can damage skin cells. UV rays are present even on cloudy or cool days and can reflect off surfaces such as water, sand, concrete, and snow.


July 13, 2026

UAMS Doctor of Physical Therapy Program Ranked No. 1 in First-Time National Board Pass Rates

David Wise

The UAMS Doctor of Physical Therapy class of 2026 poses in their regalia on the UAMS Northwest Campus lawn.

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Doctor of Physical Therapy Program is ranked first in the nation for First-Time National Board Pass Rates, as reported by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy.


July 9, 2026

UAMS Trains Huntsville High School Students with Community Health Worker Training

David Wise

Students from Huntsville High School pose with their CHW training certificates

Eight students from Huntsville High School are on the path to become certified community health workers (CHWs) after completing the inaugural high school-based training program from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Institute for Community Health Innovation.



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