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Wally Smith, M.D., at Haut lecture

Wally Smith, M.D., Calls for More Resources for Treating Patients with Sickle Cell Disease

Oct. 19, 2026 | Progress made in treating sickle cell disease over many decades has stalled, and more awareness, education, and research funding are needed to bring better results to more patients. That was the message on Oct. 2 from Wally Smith, M.D., the guest lecturer for the 15th annual Arthur Haut Lectureship in Internal Medicine at UAMS.

Benjamin Waldrum
Marcelo Bigarella, M.D., urologic oncologist and assistant professor in the UAMS College of Medicine’s Department of Urology, speaks at the Geriatrics Updates conference in the UAMS Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging.

Conference Highlights Latest Developments in Geriatric Care

Oct. 14, 2026 | Health professionals and members of the community recently convened at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging for a three-day conference that offered updates on the latest developments in geriatric care.

Chris Carmody

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Mental Health Matters

Oct. 8, 2026 | Mental health is an important part of our overall health and well-being. Just as we take care of our physical health by eating nutritious foods, staying active, and getting regular checkups, it is important to take care of our mental and emotional health.

David Wise

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