UAMS News
May 8, 2009
Cooks Tour Events Raise Funds for Patient Services
About 200 people turned out for the April 17 Cooks Tour Patrons’ Cocktail Buffet, while about 500 guests attended the tour of homes April 19. The events raised about $50,000 for the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute Auxiliary at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). Maria Furcron and Jenny Moss Brungart were co-chairwomen.
UAMS Sees Ophthalmic Med Techs Stature Raised
For a profession listed as one of the fastest growing in the nation, Suzanne Hansen, chairman of the UAMS ophthalmic medical technology program says it sometimes struggles to recruit students.
“Many people still are not aware of the profession,” said Hansen, who leads the program in the UAMS College of Health Related Professions. It’s one of only five in the United States accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Ophthalmic Medical Programs.
May 6, 2009
Public Invited to Free Senior Housing Fair, Lunch at Bella Vista Schmieding Center
<span class=”content”>LITTLE ROCK – The public is invited to learn about building, downsizing, finding and financing senior housing on Wednesday, May 20, from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Riordan Hall in Bella Vista. </span>
Byrd, Franks Join UAMS
LITTLE ROCK – The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Office of Communications and Marketing has hired directors to lead its Web Center and clinical communications. <span class=”content”></span>
UAMS Research Lab Named for Grateful Patient
In 2004, Greg Pacheco’s life took an unexpected turn when he was diagnosed with a very rare and incurable condition known as Castleman’s Disease. Pacheco has since become an advocate for discovering why the disease occurs and how it can be stopped.
May 5, 2009
UAMS Research Lab Named for Grateful Patient
In 2004, Greg Pacheco’s life took an unexpected turn when he was diagnosed with a very rare and incurable condition known as Castleman’s Disease. Pacheco has since become an advocate for discovering why the disease occurs and how it can be stopped.
May 4, 2009
Baptist Health in Arkadelphia Joins UAMS-Led Stroke Program
LITTLE ROCK – A new University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) program that provides life-saving emergency care for stroke patients now includes Baptist Health Medical Center-Arkadelphia. <span class=”content”></span>
May 1, 2009
UAMS Offers Free Hearing Screenings on May 14, 28
<span class=”content”>LITTLE ROCK – Free hearing screenings will be offered by appointment from 8:30-10 a.m. and 1-3 p.m. May 14 and 28 in the Audiology Clinic at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). </span>
April 30, 2009
Inpatient Mental Health Unit Opens in Northwest Arkansas
A new 28-bed adult mental health unit is now open to serve Northwest Arkansas as a result of a venture between six regional partners, including the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS).
Inpatient Mental Health Unit Opens in Northwest Arkansas
A new 28-bed adult mental health unit is now open to serve Northwest Arkansas as a result of a venture between six regional partners, including the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS).
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