UAMS News
November 10, 2021
UAMS Centers for Simulation Education Holds First Research Day
The UAMS Centers for Simulation Education held its inaugural Research Day on Nov. 2. The half-day conference, with a theme of “Modern Interprofessional Simulation Education” featured 14 UAMS employees each giving a six-minute presentation followed by a two-minute Q&A session. There was a mid-morning break for the viewing of 24 posters with both in-person and…
October 6, 2021
International Fest, Jeopardy Close Out Diversity and Inclusion Month
Students and employees at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) were transported around the world one week and into the throes of a UAMS trivia competition the next as they virtually participated in lunchtime events in late September to top off celebrations of UAMS Diversity and Inclusion Month. On Sept. 24, those who…
September 27, 2021
Primary Care Topics Highlight Virtual Family Medicine Update
The 25th Annual Family Medicine Update with Free Tobacco and Disease Symposium at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) will offer up to 16 hours of online continuing education October 26 – 29 for primary care physicians, doctors of Osteopathic Medicine, advanced practice registered nurses, registered nurses, pharmacists, physician assistants, physical therapists, respiratory…
September 14, 2021
Virtual Family Medicine Update with Free Tobacco & Disease Symposium Oct. 26-29
The 25th Annual Family Medicine Update with Free Tobacco & Disease Symposium Oct. 26 – 29 offers up to 16 hours of content in a 4-day, virtual format. Primary care physicians, PAs, APRNs, nurses, physical therapists, respiratory therapists, CHES, social workers and pharmacists may receive credit. Topics include colorectal cancer screening, food as medicine, Covid-19…
August 10, 2021
Samer Al Hadidi, M.D., Joins the UAMS Myeloma Center
LITTLE ROCK — Samer Al Hadidi, M.D., has joined the Myeloma Center in the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), where he will treat patients with myeloma and other plasma cell disorders. “I’m very happy to welcome Dr. Al Hadidi to our staff,” said Frits van Rhee,…
July 22, 2021
UAMS Expands Koru Mindfulness Program to Public
LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Mindfulness Program is offering the Koru Mindfulness Program online for the public. The first course will start Aug. 3. The four-week class meets weekly at 7 p.m. on Tuesdays from Aug. 3-Aug. 24. Koru Mindfulness is an introduction to mindfulness meditation and stress-management skills….
June 4, 2021
UAMS Aortic Center Uses Advanced Treatment to Save LR Artist
Linda Yates has long found comfort in her art, and one of her latest creations holds a particularly special meaning. Before she retired, the Little Rock woman spent years as a graphic artist and ran her own business for 17 years. “I thought I’d paint a lot more once I retired, but then things started happening,” Yates said.
May 31, 2021
June S.A.F.E. Newsletter Available
The June S.A.F.E. newsletter is available. The subject is The Joint Commission Survey Readiness. UAMS is in the window for The Joint Commission Survey. Here are some reminders for Team UAMS of some actions and procedures which we need to do every day regardless of whether or not The Joint Commission is here
May 18, 2021
Free UAMS Summer Science Activities Go Virtual Statewide
LITTLE ROCK –Arkansas students from 6th through 12th grades will have plenty of opportunities this summer to participate in interactive science programs through UAMS.
April 28, 2021
UAMS Cancer Institute’s Volunteers, Paused by the Pandemic, Ready to Return
(UAMS) The UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute’s nearly 70 volunteers may have been out of sight for more than a year thanks to COVID-19, but they have remained close at heart to the Cancer Institute’s staff. For employees of Cancer Institute’s Volunteer Services and Auxiliary department, time and distance has not diminished their appreciation…
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