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Webinar Focuses on Asian Americans’ Experiences in South


May 25, 2022 | The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion hosted a virtual event May 18 during which panelists shared their experiences growing up as Asian Americans in the South. The panelists were Dora Smith, M.D., director of inpatient obstetric services and an associate professor in the…

The virtual event featured a video of Chinese families who grew up in the Mississippi Delta.

May 25, 2022


Researchers Find Links between Sociodemographic Factors, COVID-19 Preventative Efforts


FAYETTEVILLE – During the COVID-19 pandemic, most Arkansans wore masks and washed their hands regularly to prevent the spread of COVID-19. However, fewer Arkansans limited social interactions, according to a study conducted by the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Office of Community Health & Research. The study, “Relationship Between Sociodemographic Factors, Perceived COVID-19…

COVID-19 Preventive Measures Signs

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UAMS Dental Hygiene Program Offers Free ‘Summer of Smiles’ Clinic for Children on June 10


The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Department of Dental Hygiene is offering a free Summer of Smiles clinic from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 10 at Freeway Medical Tower, 5800 W. 10th St., Suite 501.

May 24, 2022


Kalaivani Sivakumar, M.D., Joins UAMS as Medical Director of Heart Restoration Program


Kalaivani Sivakumar, M.D., has joined the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) as medical director of the heart restoration, mechanical circulatory support and cardiac transplant program.

Kalaivani Sivakumar, M.D., in white coat


UAMS Graduates 942 Health Care Professionals


LITTLE ROCK — Degrees and certificates were conferred to 942 graduates of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences’ (UAMS) five colleges and graduate school today. Degrees were awarded to 162 in the College of Medicine, 182 in the College of Nursing, 91 in the College of Pharmacy, 67 in the Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health, 382…

Degrees and certificates were conferred to 942 graduates of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences' five colleges and graduate school on May 21.

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May 23, 2022


Geoffrey M. Curran, Ph.D., Receives Fulbright Specialist Award


The U.S. Department of State and the Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board awarded a Fulbright Specialist Grant to University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Pharmacy professor Geoffrey M. Curran, Ph.D. He will pursue research opportunities in Ireland. The grant is a reflection of Curran’s leadership and contributions to society, according to the Fulbright…

Geoffrey Curran, Ph.D.


UAMS Begins Final Study of First Rapid Test for Acetaminophen Toxicity with $3.2 Million Grant


The first rapid diagnostic test for acetaminophen toxicity has cleared a major hurdle on its long road to the marketplace from UAMS.

Laura James, M.D., hopes the final phase of research will lead to FDA approval of the rapid test for acetaminophen toxicity.


ARresearch Study Participants Celebrated on Clinical Trials Day


As part of international Clinical Trials Day 2022, research leaders saluted the more than 8,400 Arkansas volunteers in the ARresearch registry at UAMS.

Nathaniel Noble, an ARresearch volunteer, discusses a study with UAMS' Giuseppina “Giusy” Dusio, Ph.D., in this file photo.

May 20, 2022


Ahmed A. Sallam, M.D., Ph.D., Honored at Harvey & Bernice Jones Eye Institute Investiture Ceremony


May 20, 2022 | In a May 17 ceremony honoring recent investitures in the Harvey & Bernice Jones Eye Institute, Ahmed A. Sallam, M.D., Ph.D., was recognized as the holder of the John W. Nutt Chair in Ophthalmology. A renowned eye inflammation and retinal specialist at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), Sallam…

Ahmed A. Sallam with guests.


UAMS Invests Paul H. Phillips, M.D., in the Pat Walker Chair in Ophthalmology


LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine invested Paul H. Phillips, M.D., in the Pat Walker Chair in Ophthalmology during a ceremony on May 17. “I am thankful for the honor of the Pat Walker Chair in Ophthalmology, which supports the mission of education, research and clinical care…

Paul H. Phillips with wife


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