Health Care

Hazel "Kathy" Liverett, M.D., is an assistant professor of medicine in the Department of Infectious Diseases. She received her Bachelor of Science from University of Central Arkansas, where she was in the Honors College. She received her Doctor of Medicine from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences; where she then went on to complete both her residency in internal medicine and pediatrics and her fellowship in infectious diseases. She is board-certified in internal medicine, pediatrics, adult infectious diseases, as well as pediatric infectious diseases. Dr. Liverett is a physician in the UAMS Health Infectious Disease Clinic.

Dr. Heba Mousa is an internist at Internal Medicine Clinic at the UAMS Medical Center employed by UAMS Health.

Dr. Indirapriya D. Avulakunta is a neonatologist at Arkansas Children's Hospital employed by UAMS Health.

Dr. Jarna Shah is an anesthesiologist at UAMS Medical Center employed by UAMS Health.

Jay Michael Kincannon, M.D., is a staff physician and Professor of Dermatology and Pediatrics in the Department of Dermatology at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and Chief of Pediatric Dermatology at Arkansas Children's Hospital. Dr. Kincannon previously served as Interim Chairman of the Department of Dermatology between 2007-2009 and again in 2014-2015. Dr. Kincannon graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Zoology from the University of Arkansas and received his medical degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in 1985. His internship in Pediatrics was completed at the University of Colorado School of Medicine where he also completed residency training in both Pediatrics and Dermatology...

Jay Michael Kincannon, M.D., is a staff physician and Professor of Dermatology and Pediatrics in the Department of Dermatology at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and Chief of Pediatric Dermatology at Arkansas Children's Hospital. Dr. Kincannon previously served as Interim Chairman of the Department of Dermatology between 2007-2009 and again in 2014-2015. Dr. Kincannon graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Zoology from the University of Arkansas and received his medical degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in 1985. His internship in Pediatrics was completed at the University of Colorado School of Medicine where he also completed residency training in both Pediatrics and Dermatology...

Jay Michael Kincannon, M.D., is a staff physician and Professor of Dermatology and Pediatrics in the Department of Dermatology at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and Chief of Pediatric Dermatology at Arkansas Children's Hospital. Dr. Kincannon previously served as Interim Chairman of the Department of Dermatology between 2007-2009 and again in 2014-2015. Dr. Kincannon graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Zoology from the University of Arkansas and received his medical degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in 1985. His internship in Pediatrics was completed at the University of Colorado School of Medicine where he also completed residency training in both Pediatrics and Dermatology...

Dr. Jennifer Andrews is a pediatrician who works in the UAMS and ACH Nurseries. She does not see patients outside of the nursery.

Dr. Jennings Boyette is one of only a handful of fellowship-trained facial plastic surgeons in Arkansas. He is double board-certified in both facial plastic surgery and head and neck surgery. He specializes in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, head and neck. Dr. Boyette is experienced in rebuilding all parts of the face. This includes treating patients with traumatic injuries, cancer deformities and birth deformities. Dr. Boyette is striving to expand what is possible surgically and non-surgically to reverse facial deformities and to reverse the effects of aging on our faces. He has published scientific papers and continues to conduct research in order to help his patients. His most recent investigations involve the us...

In 2002, Jill Fussell, M.D., accepted an appointment in the UAMS College of Medicine as a clinical instructor of pediatrics in the Section of Developmental Pediatrics and Habilitative Medicine. She was promoted to assistant professor in 2003, to associate professor with tenure in 2008 and promoted to professor in 2017. She served as associate program director of the UAMS Pediatrics Residency from 2004 to 2008. She assumed the role of director of the Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics Fellowship in 2007, and continues in this role currently. She served as the chief of the Developmental Pediatrics and Habilitative Medicine Section from 2018 to 2023, at which time she was appointed as Vice Chair of Fellowship Education within the UAMS D...

Dr. John D. Pemberton is a professor of the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). He is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology, specializing in plastic surgery of the eyelids, orbital masses, orbital reconstruction, tear drainage repair and other surgeries of the structures surrounding the eye. He sees patients at the Harvey and Bernice Jones Eye Institute, the Arkansas Children's Hospital and the John L. McClellan Memorial Veterans Hospital. Dr. Pemberton received his undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences with a minor in Theater from Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, Ariz., and his doctorate in medicine from Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine in San Fran...

John Dornhoffer, M.D., FACS, is professor and chair of the Department of Otolaryngology — Head and Neck Surgery at UAMS. He holds the Samuel D. McGill Jr. Endowed Chair in Otolaryngology Research and is director of the Division of Otology and Neurotology at UAMS and Arkansas Children's Hospital. He also serves as executive director of the Prosper Meniere Society. Dr. Dornhoffer's primary focus is treating disorders of the middle and inner ear, and he has developed numerous innovations to address hearing loss, whether that loss is due to a perforation of the ear drum (his innovative cartilage tympanoplasty technique), destruction of the hammer-anvil-stirrup hearing bone mechanism (the Dornhoffer Total Ossicular Replacement...

Joseph Henske, M.D., is the director of the diabetes program at UAMS Health. Before joining UAMS in 2019, he worked in full-time clinical practice and served as the department chair of endocrinology for DuPage Medical Group in Chicago, IL. He is involved in the teaching and training of resident physicians and endocrinology fellows at UAMS, both in the inpatient and outpatient settings. Henske has been an active fundraiser for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Henske has a number of areas of expertise within the Endocrinology field. These include type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, Diabetes management with exercise, insulin pumps, closed-look insulin pump systems, and continuous glucose monitoring systems. Diagnosed with type 1 ...

Joseph G. Chacko, M.D., has been the director of neuro-ophthalmology at the Harvey and Bernice Jones Eye Institute at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences since 2005. He also performs no-shot, no-patch cataract surgery with over 20 years of experience. Dr. Chacko is a professor for the Departments of Ophthalmology and Neurology in the UAMS College of Medicine. He also serves as Ophthalmology Clerkship Director for third-year medical students. Dr. Chacko received his medical degree from the Medical College of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia (now Drexel University College of Medicine) in 1991. He completed a residency in ophthalmology at the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta in 1995, and served a fellowship in neuro-ophtha...

Dr. Justin M. McLawhorn specializes in the treatment of skin cancer and is one of the few board-certified and fellowship-trained MOHS surgeons in Arkansas. His team will take time to provide an inclusive and informative environment for you. He is committed to using a clinical approach involving shared decision-making to achieve better outcomes.

Justin Rabinowitz, M.D., is an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in disorders of the shoulder and elbow.

Dr. Kaitlin E. Cockerell is a neonatologist at Arkansas Children's Hospital employed by UAMS Health.

Kalaivani Sivakumar, M.D., is an Assistant Professor of Medicine and the medical director of the Advanced Heart Failure, Mechanical Circulatory Support and Cardiac Transplantation at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). She specializes in the treatment of end stage heart failure and treats patients in need of advanced therapies like cardiac transplantation and temporary and durable mechanical circulatory support devices like the LVADs ( Left ventricular assist devices). She is board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Medicine and Advanced Heart failure and Cardiac Transplantation. Her special focus is in the management of cardiogenic shock and the use of temporary and long term support devices, pulmonary...

Dr Yadav is a Clinical and Interventional Cardiologist

Katie L. Brown, O.D., is an optometric physician at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). Dr. Brown graduated from Southern College of Optometry Magna cum laude. She performs comprehensive eye exams and contact lens fittings. She also treats eye conditions such as corneal abrasions, conjunctivitis (pink eye), corneal ulcers and dry eye syndrome. She has additional contact lens training at Alcon Academy for Eye Care Excellence in Fort Worth, Texas, and at the Vistakon Vision Care Institute in Jacksonville, Fla. She has completed internships at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colo., and The Eye Center in Memphis, Tenn. She is certified by the National Board of Examiners in Optometry and the Arkansas State Bo...

Katie L. Brown, O.D., is an optometric physician at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). Dr. Brown graduated from Southern College of Optometry Magna cum laude. She performs comprehensive eye exams and contact lens fittings. She also treats eye conditions such as corneal abrasions, conjunctivitis (pink eye), corneal ulcers and dry eye syndrome. She has additional contact lens training at Alcon Academy for Eye Care Excellence in Fort Worth, Texas, and at the Vistakon Vision Care Institute in Jacksonville, Fla. She has completed internships at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colo., and The Eye Center in Memphis, Tenn. She is certified by the National Board of Examiners in Optometry and the Arkansas State Bo...

Kathryn L. Speights is a medical physician assistant at Dermatology Clinic employed by UAMS Health.

Kristine Patterson, M.D., is an associate professor in the Department of Internal Medicine in the Division of Infectious Disease. Dr. Patterson received her medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine. She completed her internship and residency in internal medicine at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston. She continued her training with a fellowship in infectious disease at the University of North Carolina (UNC) at Chapel Hill, where she went on to serve on the faculty in the Division of Infectious Disease. While at UNC, Dr. Patterson also served as medical director of the HIV/STD clinics in Wake County Human Services in Raleigh, North Carolina, and as medical director for the Women's Comprehensive Care Clin...

Kyle J. Kalkwarf, M.D., is a physician and Assistant Professor in the Division of Trauma and Critical Care Surgery at UAMS Medical Center. Dr. Kalkwarf received his bachelor's degree at the United States Military Academy; West Point, NY and his medical degree at the University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio, Texas. He completed his General Surgery Residency at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and a fellowship in Trauma and Surgical Critical Care at The University of Texas Health Science Center Memorial Hermann Hospital, Houston, Texas. Upon completion of his fellowship training, Dr. Kalkwarf worked as a Clinical Specialist of Critical Care & Respiratory Care at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston...

Lakshmi Menon, M.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine, in the Division of Endocrinology. She received her medical degree from the All-India Institute of Medical Sciences in 2013. Dr. Menon came to UAMS for her residency in internal medicine in 2014-2017, followed by a fellowship in endocrinology.

Dr. Lauren E. Gibson-Oliver is a family medicine physician at Family Medical Center in Little Rock employed by UAMS Health.

Lexie H. Vaughn is a surgeon at Surgery Clinic at the UAMS Medical Center employed by UAMS Health.

Dr. Lindsey Sward, a native of Conway, Arkansas, completed her medical degree at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in 2009. There she received the Roberts Key award given the graduating senior with the highest scholastic grade point average. She was also named to the Alpha Omega Alpha honor medical society. Dr. Sward went on to complete her residency in obstetrics and gynecology, also at UAMS. Dr. Sward joined the UAMS Obstetrics and Gynecology staff in 2015. She served as the medical student clerkship director from 2017 to 2022, winning numerous education awards including five Golden Apple Awards and numerous Red and Gold Sash teaching awards. She was appointed to the role of Assistant Dean for Clinical Education in the...

Dr. Maria A. Garcia Fernandez is a pediatrician at Arkansas Children's Hospital employed by UAMS Health.

Mary James, O.D., is an optometric physician at UAMS Health. She performs comprehensive eye exams, low vision exams, and contact lens fittings.

Mary Katherine "Katie" Kimbrough, M.D., is a physician and associate professor in the Division of Trauma and Critical Care Surgery at UAMS. She is an Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) Certified Course Director and Instructor, and she specializes in the care of critically ill and/or injured patients.

Dr. Maxwell D. Taylor is an emergency medicine pediatrician at Arkansas Children's Hospital employed by UAMS Health.

The UAMS Health Medical and Surgical Weight Management Clinic helps willing and committed patients lose weight and improve their weight related complications. Our surgical and medical teams offer two different and individualized approaches to help you achieve your personal health goals. Our team will help you decide which approach is the best for your individualized needs. Medical Weight Management Option Medical weight management is a non-surgical, comprehensive approach combining lifestyle changes, behavioral therapy, medications, and professional guidance to achieve weight loss. Our team develops a personalized plan to help you gradually lose weight and provide education to help you remain your healthiest. This is usually a first-...

Megan K. Shirey is an optometrist at Eye Clinic employed by UAMS Health.

Megan Baber, D.O., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics, in the Division of Neonatology. Dr. Baber received her medical degree from Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine at Virginia Tech. She completed her pediatric residency at UAMS/Arkansas Children's Hospital. Prior to her career in medicine, Dr. Baber studied biochemistry and molecular biology at Harding, where she received an undergraduate research grant from NASA. She worked in a medical clinic and as a teacher before completing a global health internship in Jinja, Uganda.

Dr. Megan S. Evans is a dermatologist at Arkansas Children's Hospital employed by UAMS Health.

Melissa Kost, M.D., joined the Department of Surgery as an Assistant Professor in the Division of Trauma, Critical Care and Acute Care Surgery, September 1, 2019. She received her medical degree from the University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville, Florida in 2012. She completed her General Surgery Internship and Residency at the University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky in 2017 and a Fellowship in Trauma/Surgical Critical Care at the University of Miami/Ryder Trauma Center in Miami, Florida in 2019. Her practice focuses on General Surgery, Acute Care and Trauma Surgery as well as Surgical Critical Care.

Dr. Michael K. Gann is a family medicine physician at Neighborhood Clinic on Capitol Mall employed by UAMS Health.

Dr. Michael Smith completed his medical degree at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock, Arkansas. He then completed his residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Wake Forest University, North Carolina Baptist Medical Center in Winston Salem, North Carolina. During his residency he was awarded the Best Resident Teacher in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Smith is originally from Little Rock, but grew up in nearby Hot Springs, Arkansas. He came back to serve his fellow Arkansans at UAMS. In 2010, he received the Red Sash Award for significant impact on medical education as nominated by medical students. He enjoys practicing at UAMS for its comprehensive care and numerous resources in technology as well as staff m...

Morgan Moore Horn, M.D., grew up in Charleston, Arkansas on her family's angus ranch. She learned many of life's greatest lessons from her parents, who emphasized hard work and the ...

Muhammad Ali Zulqarnain, M.D., joined UAMS Health in September 2023 as a specialist lead in structural heart disease after completing his fellowships in interventional cardiology at Michigan State University and structural heart disease at Main Line Health Lankenau Medical Center. He was also appointed as associate program director for Interventional Cardiology Fellowship program. His goal is to grow the Structural Heart Program at UAMS Health. He is board-certified in internal medicine, critical care medicine, cardiovascular disease, critical care echocardiography, cardiac echocardiography, nuclear cardiology and imaging and hypertension. Dr Zulqarnain specializes in innovative percutaneous treatments for structural heart conditions ...

Dr. Alqurini joined the department of Internal Medicine at UAMS as an Assistant Professor in 2019. She obtained her medical degree from the University of Jordan in Amman, Jordan. She studied internal medicine at the university of Jordan and obtained the Jordanian Board Certificate in Internal Medicine. Following that she finished her nephrology training and obtained the Jordanian Board Certification in Nephrology. She joined the University of Arkansas for Medical sciences for further nephrology training in 2017. Graduating in 2019 with the Outstanding Fellow award. She was appointed as an Assistant Professor in the department of Internal Medicine and works with the Division of Hospital Medicine. Dr. Alqurini continues to be inter...

In addition to health care for adults, one or more of our providers offer pediatric appointments to patients of varying ages. COVID-19 Vaccinations The Neighborhood Clinic on Capitol Mall now offers COVID-19 vaccinations to all eligible residents. For more information regarding vaccine availability, and who can get vaccinated, click here.

Located in the Chenal area of West Little Rock, our clinic offers the high quality of services provided by UAMS in the convenience of your neighborhood. Our caring and compassionate doctors offer personalized treatment, from annual exams and preventive care to some specialty care to help you manage complex conditions and illnesses. Some of our providers offer pediatric care and provide a range of services for varying ages. COVID-19 Vaccinations The UAMS Neighborhood Clinic on Rahling Road in Little Rock now offers COVID-19 vaccinations to all eligible residents over the age of 11. Vaccines for children ages 5-11 are reserved for established pediatric patients. For more information regarding vaccine availability, and who can ge...

The Department of Neurology at UAMS provides some of the best care in Arkansas for adult patients with neurological disorders, including disorders of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves and muscles. We offer outpatient evaluation and treatment to patients as recommended by our neurologists. We treat many common conditions affecting the nervous system, including: Seizure disorders Memory and cognitive disorders Movement disorders Multiple sclerosis Neuromuscular disease Stroke Dementia Neurodegenerative disorders Our Neurology Clinic offers some of the most up-to-date treatments to patients through participation in national clinical trials for multiple sclerosis, dementia, stroke, seizure, Parkinson's disease and other neurolog...

Nicholas Hargett, PT, is a physical therapist certified in Blood Flow Restriction (BFR), Dry Needling (DN) and Functional Movement Assessment (SFM).

A surgery clinic located at the UAMS Medical Center on Outpatient Circle in Little Rock.

Dr. Obioma B. Nwaiwu is a family medicine geriatrician at UAMS Medical Center employed by UAMS Health.