Member/Society News

New District Trustees Elected for AMS Board

The elections for the AMS District Trustees concluded on February 28, 2022.  The following members were elected to serve a two-year term that will begin at the May 6, 2022 Board of Trustees meeting.  (* indicates incumbent). Officers Elected for 2022-2023: President: Seth Barnes, MD – Hot Springs…

District Trustee Voting Now Open

Vote Today for the 2022 AMS Board of Trustees It’s important to our Society that all eligible members have the opportunity to choose the physician leaders who will represent them on the Board of Trustees in the coming year and lead the AMS. All AMS members (except affiliate…

2021 AMS Student Leadership Award

The Arkansas Medical Society is seeking nominations for the 2021 AMS Student Leadership Award. This award will be presented at the UAMS White Coat Ceremony in August.The Arkansas Medical Society Student Leadership Award recipient will not only receive the honor of this prestigious award and a commemorative plaque…

The Virtual Exhibit Hall is Now Open!

Check out the brand new AMS Virtual Exhibit Hall to see what our contributors and exhibitors have to offer and sign up for prizes. The exhibit hall is free to attend, but you must register for our upcoming CME event on Friday. Haven't registered for the Annual Membership…

Finding Your Happy in Turbulent Times

Finding your "happy" during turbulent times is one of the hardest things to do. At the annual AMS Membership Meeting on Friday, May 14, Fayetteville-native Kim Hodous will explore the science behind happiness and provide simple ways we can all stay centered during a time when the world…

Mansfield Joins AMS as Director of Administrative Services

AMS welcomes Mary Ann Mansfield as the new Director of Administrative Services. In this position she oversees the administrative staff of the Society in areas including finances, communications, and membership. She is the current Executive Director for the Arkansas Chapter of the American College of Cardiology and also…

District Trustee Election Results

The elections for AMS District Trustees concluded on March 12, 2021. The following members were elected for two-year terms and will be confirmed at the Annual Membership Meeting on Friday, May 14, 2021. The trustees who are rotating off the board will also be recognized at the Annual…

Welcome New Members!

Join us in welcoming our newest AMS members who have joined since December 2020.   You can add your name to the list by visiting ARKMED.org/membership/join-renew.  It's the perfect time to join as the 2021 Legislative session has just kicked off and you will not want to miss any…

Nominations Open for the AMS Board of Trustees

The Arkansas Medical Society is continuing to accept nominations/applications for the District Trustees. The deadline for nominations is February 1, 2021. District Trustees are elected by AMS members in the respective districts. Voting will take place from February 15 – March 1, 2021. The Board of Trustees consists…