Oct. 20, 2023 | Alberto Ramirez, Ph.D., was excited to attend Research Expo 2023, with its 50 research services and resources on display. “As an early-career researcher, the event proved to be remarkably valuable as it allowed me to gain insight into the numerous resources offered by UAMS, including TRI, Research & Innovation, and more, which have the potential...
Oct. 20, 2023 | The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Nursing recently held a reception to recognize more than a dozen scholarship recipients as well as the donors who made the awards possible. Patricia Cowan, Ph.D., RN, dean of the College of Nursing, thanked attendees for providing support at a time when the nationwide shortage...
Oct. 19, 2023 | FAYETTEVILLE — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is hosting a physical therapy screening event on Oct. 27 in Fayetteville aimed at helping individuals of all ages regain their mobility, reduce pain and enhance their overall wellness. Faculty and students from the UAMS Department of Physical Therapy on the UAMS Northwest Regional Campus...
Oct. 19, 2023 | Members of the Lions Eye Bank and Lab Board, composed of Lions from various clubs around Arkansas, recently made a $10,265 gift to the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Harvey & Bernice Jones Eye Institute, in support of its ongoing work restoring sight to Pacific Islander patients across the state. Arkansas Lions Clubs...
Oct. 18, 2023 | The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Pharmacy acknowledged graduating classes past and present this year with the creation of three new scholarships. They recognize the unique contributions of each class and will help support students in the future. Dean Cindy Stowe, Pharm.D., announced in April the creation of three new scholarships:...
Oct. 18, 2023 | FAYETTEVILLE — Matt Kern, M.D., and Andrea McMahon, M.D., have joined the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Psychiatric Research Institute - Northwest as outpatient psychiatrists.
Oct. 17, 2023 | LITTLE ROCK — Baptist Health, in support of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Milk Bank, has opened milk depots at two of its medical centers in Conway and Stuttgart. The Conway Baptist Health Milk Depot and the Stuttgart Baptist Health Milk Depot are designated spaces for women to donate milk, which will...
Oct. 17, 2023 | LITTLE ROCK — Todd Brinkley, M.D., has joined the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Psychiatric Research Institute as an outpatient psychiatrist.
Oct. 13, 2023 | Holly Maples, Pharm.D., a national expert on pediatric infectious diseases and antimicrobial stewardship, was recently named a fellow of the Pediatric Infectious Diseases Society (PIDS). PIDS is the world’s largest organization of professionals dedicated to the treatment, control and eradication of diseases affecting children. Fellows are those who have achieved professional excellence and provided significant...
Oct. 13, 2023 | The Blue & You Foundation for a Healthier Arkansas announced a series of grants totaling $5.9 million targeting trauma, substance use and suicide among youth and adolescents at a press conference held Oct. 5 at the Clinton Presidential Center, including two to develop and expand programs at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS).