New delivery system. Same old tobacco stain. Those of us who lived through Big Tobacco’s undoing in the 90s may not want to believe it. As physicians, you especially may be growing weary to see another tobacco-related health crisis reemerging as alternative forms of nicotine delivery have become increasingly, and shockingly popular. Most people understand that cigarette smoking is harmful to their health. However, when it comes to other forms of nicotine inhalation – namely, vaping and e-cigarettes – knowledge… Read More

“I tell new hires or interviewed applicants that it’s like working in a third-world country,” said Nannette Vowell, MD, of her work as medical director of the Ouachita River Correctional Unit’s Special Needs Hospital. “It’s… Read More

“This was probably the most challenging legislative session faced by the Arkansas Medical Society, at least in my 35-year career,” began AMS Executive Director David Wroten from the conference room of the Society’s Little Rock… Read More

The May edition of the Journal is hitting mailboxes, and in this issue we cover the osteopathic medical schools in Arkansas and their impact on physician shortages and access to care.  NYITCOM at A-State in… Read More

Read the April 2019 issue of the Journal of the Arkansas Medical Society here. In this issue you’ll find information about the 2019 Annual Membership Meetnig and reports from the Board of Trustees, AMS Benefits,… Read More

The February issue of the Journal of the Arkansas Medical Society is now available and accessible to everyone!  Check it out! https://joom.ag/qxTa We are always looking for interesting content that would appeal to our members, so… Read More