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- AMS Announces 2026 Award WinnersLITTLE ROCK, AR—April 1, 2026—Arkansas Medical Society Announces 2026 Lifetime Achievement and Other Prestigious Award Winners Ahead of Annual Meeting… Read more: AMS Announces 2026 Award Winners
- State Medical Society Elects OfficersLITTLE ROCK, AR – April 17, 2026 – The Arkansas Medical Society, a physician group advocating for healthcare improvements statewide,… Read more: State Medical Society Elects Officers
- Naveen Patil, MD, and Robert Arrington, MD, Among Recognized Leaders in Public Health at Arkansas Medical Society’s 2026 Annual MeetingLITTLE ROCK, AR – April 17, 2025 – The Arkansas Medical Society (AMS) held its President’s Gala and Annual Meeting… Read more: Naveen Patil, MD, and Robert Arrington, MD, Among Recognized Leaders in Public Health at Arkansas Medical Society’s 2026 Annual Meeting
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AMS Annual Meeting Honors: Asklepian & Shuffield Awards![]()
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On April 11, Arkansas physicians, medical students, and healthcare leaders gathered in Little Rock for the Arkansas Medical Society’s Annual Meeting—a day of connection, learning, and well-deserved accolades. During the meeting, the Society recognized outstanding achievements in and lifelong contributions to the field of medicine. Today, we highlight the 2026 recipients of the prestigious AMS Asklepian and Shuffield Awards. ![]()
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🏆 The Asklepian Award went to Robert Arrington, MD, of UAMS, for his leadership in pediatric and neonatal medicine and his dedication to teaching and mentorship.![]()
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🏆 The Shuffield Award was bestowed posthumously to Nancy Jo Smith (UAMS) for her compassionate nature and her lasting impact on Arkansas’s healthcare community.![]()
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👏 Congratulations to these and ALL of this year’s honorees. ![]()
📌 Stay tuned for more highlights from the 2026 AMS Annual Meeting.![]()
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🎉 AMS Annual Meeting Spotlight: Best of Awards![]()
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On April 11, Arkansas physicians, medical students, and healthcare leaders gathered in downtown Little Rock for the Arkansas Medical Society’s Annual Meeting—a day of connection, learning, and well-deserved celebration.![]()
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During the Inaugural Gala, the Society recognized outstanding achievements, academic excellence, and lifelong contributions to medicine. Honors included a number of “Best of” awards across four categories—medical students, residents, fellows, and faculty—along with Lifetime Achievement Awards, the AMS Asklepian Award, and the AMS Shuffield Award.![]()
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Today, we’re highlighting Best Student, Best Resident, Best Fellow, and Best Faculty recipient awardees—enjoy these snapshots (not all-inclusive) and join us in celebrating these winners! ![]()
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👏 Congratulations to these and ALL of this year’s honorees. ![]()
📌 Stay tuned for more highlights from the 2026 AMS Annual Meeting. ![]()
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The 2026 AMS Annual Meeting was a wonderful time featuring education, entertainment, fellowship, accolades, and celebration! The Society appreciates all who attended and the many sponsors who supported this event. ![]()
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Wrap-up posts and more photos coming soon! Stay tuned! ![]()
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