AMS President Speaks at UAMS Virtual White Coat Ceremony
AMS President Danny Wilkerson, MD, spoke to the incoming freshman at the UAMS College of Medicine White Coat Ceremony held on August 6, 2021. Although originally scheduled to be in-person, this year’s ceremony was changed to virtual again because of the recent increase of COVID cases in Arkansas.…
On Demand: COVID Vaccine and Pregnancy Webinar
If you were not able to make it to our webinar today, you can access the recording using the link below. We apologize for the Zoom technical issues that some of you experienced earlier and appreciate your understanding. https://youtu.be/Hk2pzDFRxUg Download the speaker's presentation slides here.
Battling COVID-19 with Monoclonal Antibody Therapy, August 18
Monoclonal antibodies boost the immune system's ability to fight COVID-19, prevent serious complications, reduce hospitalizations and death. Please join AFMC, the Arkansas Department of Health, and an esteemed physician panel for an interactive discussion on the benefits of monoclonal antibody therapy for at-risk patients with COVID-19. If you…
FDA Revised EUP for Monoclonals
From the Arkansas Department of Health: On July 30, 2021, U.S. Food and Drug Administration today revised the emergency use authorization (EUA) for REGEN-COV (casirivimab and imdevimab, administered together) authorizing REGEN-COV for emergency use as post-exposure prophylaxis (prevention) for COVID-19 in adults and pediatric individuals (12 years of age and…
ADH Update: COVID Vaccine and Pregnancy Webinar
When: Thursday, August 12, 12 - 1 p.m. OBGYN William W. "Sam" Greenfield, MD, will present a one-hour (CME credit) webinar in which attendees will be presented with information that will build confidence in their own understanding of the vaccines as they relate to pregnant and breastfeeding women…
Reserve Your Spot Today for Our Upcoming Webinars
A lot of things have changed over the past year, but one thing that hasn't changed is our commitment to providing quality, up-to-date education to help you successfully manage your career and practice. Check out the scheduled events below and get registered today! AMS Members - enter your…
In the Journal: August’s Scientific Edition
Check out the latest edition of the Journal, featuring scientific articles and case studies submitted by Arkansas physicians. Continuing reading the August issue of the Journal here. Thanks to our advertisers this month: Arkansas Foundation for Medical Care - ACEs 21 Summit SeriesBuygilityLaw Offices of Darren O’QuinnAMS BenefitsState…
2021 Legislative Summary
The Arkansas Medical Society is a community of Arkansas physicians made up of every medical specialty from all over the state. Whether it’s connecting members with resources, education, or information, advocacy is essentially at the core of everything that we do. With all the different ways to advocate…
On-Demand: COVID Update on Variants and Monoclonal Antibody Treatment
Did you miss the webinar on the Delta variant and monoclonal antibody treatments that are available? Fill out the information below directed to the recording of the presentation that was held on July 8, 2021.
COVID-19 Virtual Webinar: Variants and Monoclonal Antibodies
Thursday, July 8, 12 - 1 p.m.Speakers: Dr. Atul Kothari, MD, Medical Director, Healthcare Associated Infections Program at the Arkansas Department of HealthSammie Cribbs, MSN, AGCNS-BC, APRN - Chief Operating Officer and Chief Nursing Officer at North Arkansas Regional Medical Center, Harrison, Arkansas As the virus that causes…
In the July Journal: Meet the New AMS President, Danny Wilkerson, MD
"As Dr. Wilkerson steps into his new role as president of the Arkansas Medical Society, he brings to it a reputation for leadership and service to his profession and to organized medicine. “Dr. Wilkerson is already a great leader for our organization,” said Dr. Hunt. “I’m excited about…