Regional Campuses


October 29, 2025

UAMS Study Links Molecular Markers to Chronic Health Conditions in Marshallese

David Wise

Scientific illustration of a Micro RNA

LITTLE ROCK — Differences in molecules that help build DNA could be the key to explaining why the Marshallese community faces high rates of Type 2 diabetes and related chronic health conditions, according to researchers from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Institute for Community Health Innovation and the UAMS Donald W. Reynolds…


October 23, 2025

UAMS Presents Research Findings Involving Marshallese Community at Town Hall

David Wise

Members of the Marshallese community and the UAMS Institute for Community Health Innovation shown at the town hall.

Ongoing studies into health challenges faced by Marshallese populations continue to show the impact of innovative approaches to community health, researchers and staff at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Institute for Community Health Innovation recently told community members. The institute presented progress reports and findings from several key research studies involving the…


October 17, 2025

Samantha Crouch, DNP, Garners National Recognition for Efforts to Advance Nurse-Midwifery Profession

Chris Carmody

Samantha Crouch (left), director of the UAMS College of Nursing’s Nurse-Midwifery Program, is shown at the nurse-midwifery clinic at the Northwest Regional Campus in Fayetteville.

When Samantha Crouch enrolled at the Oregon Health and Science University to pursue an advanced degree in nurse-midwifery, the Fayetteville native understood that she faced an uncertain future in her home state.


October 15, 2025

UAMS Brings Popular Girlology® Puberty Session to Northwest Arkansas on Nov. 2

David Wise

Four adolescent girls sitting in row and smiling

FAYETTEVILLE — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is bringing Girlology®, an educational program for tween and teen girls to learn about health and social topics they may experience during adolescence, to Northwest Arkansas on Nov. 2. Held from 1-3:30 p.m. at the Schmieding Center for Senior Health & Education, 2422 N. Thompson…


October 10, 2025

Fayetteville Physical Therapist Displays Passion for Neurologic Care

David Wise

Photo of Sean Stone, Austin Miller, and Jesse Edwards in the UAMS Health Outpatient Therapy Clinic in Fayetteville

When Austin Miller, PT, DPT, walked across the stage to receive his doctorate in physical therapy, he knew he wanted to dedicate his career to helping patients with neurologic conditions. His passion became deeply personal years earlier, when his best friend was left paralyzed after an accident. Miller served as a caregiver during his friend’s…


October 9, 2025

Protecting Your Health: The Importance of Breast Cancer Screenings

David Wise

Woman getting a breast scan

    By Sheldon Riklon, M.D. Every October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month reminds us that breast cancer remains one of the most common cancers in women. While survival rates have improved, disparities remain, especially in rural and other underserved communities. One of the most effective ways to reduce risk and save lives is through regular…


October 8, 2025

UAMS’ Sheldon Riklon, M.D., Appointed to Arkansas Minority Health Commission

David Wise

Sheldon Riklon, M.D.

LITTLE ROCK —Sheldon Riklon, M.D., a professor with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Department of Family and Preventive Medicine, was named recently to the Arkansas Minority Health Commission, where he will help bridge gaps in health across the state.


September 26, 2025

UAMS Northwest Hosts 2025 ‘Equipped to Care’ Neurodiversity Conference

David Wise

Mary Borman and Marie Wood participate in the family panel at the 2025 UAMS Northwest Neurodiversity Conference.

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Northwest Regional Campus hosted its second annual Neurodiversity Conference on Sept. 18 at the Schmieding Center for Senior Health and Education in Springdale, drawing health care professionals, students, families, advocates and community members. This year’s theme, “Equipped to Care: A Toolkit for Neuro-Inclusive Practice,” guided a full…


September 25, 2025

UAMS College of Nursing Earns Preaccreditation to Establish State’s First Nurse-Midwifery Program

Chris Carmody

Abby Nichols (from left), CNM, doula Sondra Rodrocker, and Laurel O'Neal, CNM, are shown during a break in their clinical work. UAMS’ new Nurse-Midwifery Program will help students reach the workforce as certified nurse-midwives (CNMs) after two and a half years of graduate training.

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Nursing has received preaccreditation status from the Accreditation Commission of Midwifery Education to establish the state’s first nurse-midwifery program, which will launch in fall 2026.


September 17, 2025

UAMS Kidney, Liver Transplant Programs Receive National Honors for Improving Rural Access

Kate Franks

UAMS' Katelyn Faust (right) accepts the John M. Eisenberg Award from Dana Gelb Safran, president and CEO of the National Quality Forum and chief scientific officer of the Joint Commission.

LITTLE ROCK — The kidney and liver transplant programs at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) were honored with the prestigious John M. Eisenberg Award for Local Achievement in Patient Safety and Quality from The Joint Commission and National Quality Forum.



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