Regional Campuses


September 10, 2026

Healthy Aging: Simple Steps for a Healthier Future

David Wise

Older adults talking and laughing in a park.

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.


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 21, 2026

MASH Camps Fuel High School Students’ Interest in Healthcare

Andrea Hooten

Two MASH students learn how to draw medicine from a vial from an instructor.

More than 450 high school students explored healthcare career paths this summer at one of 29 statewide Medical Applications of Science for Health (MASH) camps, sponsored by the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Regional Campuses and Arkansas Farm Bureau.


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.


August 6, 2026

Family Medicine Physician Dylan Fedor, D.O., Joins UAMS Family Medical Center in Jonesboro

Andrea Hooten

Dylan Fedor, D.O. portrait

Dylan Fedor, D.O., has joined the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Family Medical Center in Jonesboro, where he will offer comprehensive care for all ages.



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