Also called: Oncology
The UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute: Nationally Recognized Excellence in Cancer Science and Care
As Arkansas’ only academic cancer treatment and research center, the UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute delivers world-class, compassionate care to patients across Arkansas and beyond. Our multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, researchers and cancer experts is united in advancing outcomes and enhancing well-being for every individual affected by cancer.
Excellence in Cancer Care
Since UAMS is the only academic medical center in the state of Arkansas, we have state-of-the-art equipment and technology to provide the best medical care. And our researchers and scientists are conducting research that translates into new procedures and treatments that are being used in hospitals around the country and the world.
Research and Innovation
Researchers at the UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute are driving progress from discovery in the lab to delivery at the bedside, translating breakthroughs into new treatments and improved care. A recent highlight: UAMS secured a five-year, nearly $5.8 million grant from the National Institutes of Health’s National Institute of General Medical Sciences to expand research on understudied side effects of cancer treatments, including radiation and chemotherapy.
Clinical Trials and New Therapies
With leaders in experimental therapeutics and a robust clinical trials program, the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute offers Arkansans access to a broad spectrum of cutting-edge studies. On July 1, 2025, the Institute launched the Advarra OnCore Clinical Trials Management System, a state-of-the-art platform that enhances trial oversight, efficiency and patient access.
Community and Patient Support
Care at the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute extends beyond treatment. Through our statewide Patient Navigation Program, the Institute ensures that every Arkansan has access to the resources and guidance needed to navigate the challenges of cancer with confidence.
Why It Matters
Every part of the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute — from rigorous research and pioneering therapies to navigation and outreach services — is designed to reduce the cancer burden in Arkansas. By connecting groundbreaking science with real-world community impact, the Cancer Institute delivers not only world-class cancer care but also the guidance, compassion and resources that patients and families need at every stage of the journey.
