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  3. Neurology

Area of Expertise: Neurology

When you choose UAMS Health for neurology care, you’re getting more than state-of-the-art care from one of the state’s leading neurology specialists; you’re getting treatment from an entire team of them. At UAMS Health your neurology team is made up of the best brain care providers in Arkansas for adults with neurological disorders, including issues of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, immune system and muscles.

Our neurologists offer the most up-to-date treatments to you through participation in national clinical trials for neurological conditions like , dementia, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, seizure and stroke.

The UAMS neurology team also works with physical and occupational therapists here at UAMS Health to ensure you are getting the treatment you need.

Comprehensive Stroke Care

UAMS is home to the only Comprehensive Stroke Center (CSC) in Central Arkansas certified by The Joint Commission. Our fellowship-trained vascular neurologists and neuro-critical care neurologists work closely with neurosurgery, interventional radiology and our emergency department to provide the highest level of stroke care available, 24/7.

Carotid Artery Stenting Data

Healthgrades awarded UAMS Health’s stroke care program a five-star rating for 2022.

Awards and Recognitions

2021-2022 Coverdell Defect-Care Award Winner

UAMS Stroke Center earned the Diamond Level Coverdell Defect Care Award from the Arkansas Department of Health for June 2021 – June 2022 program year.

Gold Plus Rating in Stroke Care for 2022

The American Heart Association has awarded UAMS the Get with the Guidelines-Stroke Gold Plus with Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite Achievement Award Hospital for 2022.

Five Star Recipient for Stroke Care

Healthgrades names UAMS a Five Star Recipient for Treatment of Stroke in 2023.

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Related Resources

Success Story: Frank O’Mara (Article)

Frank O’Mara began showing the first signs of Parkinson’s Disease at 48. With the help of his neurology team, he is now able to live a comfortable life.

Read the Article

Related Conditions

UAMS Health providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
  • Brain Aneurysm
  • Brain Injuries
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Cerebrovascular Disease
  • Concussion
  • Dementia
  • Dizziness
  • Drug-Resistant Seizures
  • Dystonia
  • Epilepsy
  • Guillain-Barre Syndrome
  • Headache
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Intracerebral Hemorrhage
  • Memory Problems
  • Movement Disorders
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Muscle Pain
  • Myasthenia Gravis
  • Myopathy
  • Neurodegenerative Conditions
  • Neurological Disorders
  • Neuromuscular Diseases
  • Neuropathy
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Peripheral Nerve Disorders
  • Seizure Disorders
  • Seizures
  • Sleep Disorders
  • Spasticity
  • Stroke
  • Tourette Syndrome
  • Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
  • Treatment-Resistant Migraines
  • Tremors

Related Medical Treatments and Procedures

UAMS Health providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Botox Injections
  • Brain Implants
  • Deep Brain Stimulation
  • EEG (Electroencephalogram)
  • Epilepsy Surgery
  • Epilepsy Treatments
  • Nerve Conduction Study (NCS)
  • Video-EEG (Video-Electroencephalography)

Providers

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Robert L. Archer, M.D.

Robert L. Archer, M.D. Neurologist

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Kapil Arya, M.D.

Kapil Arya, M.D. Neurologist

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Rucha Bahekar, M.D.

Rucha Bahekar, M.D. Neurologist

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Tonya M. Balmakund, M.D. Child Neurologist

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Aditya Vikram Boddu, M.D.

Aditya Vikram Boddu, M.D. Neurologist

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Dale  M. Carter, M.D.

Dale M. Carter, M.D. Neurologist

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Chaow Charoenkijkajorn, M.D.

Chaow Charoenkijkajorn, M.D. Ophthalmologist

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Sarah B. Cobb, M.D.

Sarah B. Cobb, M.D. Child Neurologist

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Rohit Dhall, M.D.

Rohit Dhall, M.D. Neurologist

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Tara L. Johnson, M.D.

Tara L. Johnson, M.D. Child Neurologist

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Stephen G. Jones, M.D.

Stephen G. Jones, M.D. Child Neurologist

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Sukanthi Kovvuru, M.D.

Sukanthi Kovvuru, M.D. Neuromuscular Medicine Physician (Psychiatry and Neurology)

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Harshad S. Ladha, M.D.

Harshad S. Ladha, M.D. Neurologist

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Scott A. Lucchese, M.D.

Scott A. Lucchese, M.D. Neurologist

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Krishna C. Nalleballe, M.D.

Krishna C. Nalleballe, M.D. Neurologist

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Manan Nath, M.D.

Manan Nath, M.D. Epilepsy Physician

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Sanjeeva Reddy Onteddu, M.D.

Sanjeeva Reddy Onteddu, M.D. Neurologist

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Adrianne M. Parkey, M.D.

Adrianne M. Parkey, M.D. Child Neurologist

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Timothy O. Paslay, CNP

Timothy O. Paslay, CNP Family Nurse Practitioner

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Taneicie D. Sabb, CNP

Taneicie D. Sabb, CNP Nurse Practitioner

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Christy L. Salaam, CNP

Christy L. Salaam, CNP Family Nurse Practitioner

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Debopam Samanta, M.D.

Debopam Samanta, M.D. Child Neurologist

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Gregory B. Sharp, M.D.

Gregory B. Sharp, M.D. Child Neurologist

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Rachel K. Sloan, CNP

Rachel K. Sloan, CNP Family Nurse Practitioner

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Shitiz Sriwastava, M.D.

Shitiz Sriwastava, M.D. Neurologist

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Vikki A. Stefans, M.D.

Vikki A. Stefans, M.D. Pediatric Physiatrist

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Srilatha Thadur, M.D.

Srilatha Thadur, M.D. Neurologist

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Aravindhan Veerapandiyan, M.D.

Aravindhan Veerapandiyan, M.D. Child Neurologist

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Karthika D. Veerapaneni, M.D.

Karthika D. Veerapaneni, M.D. Neurologist

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Tuhin Virmani, M.D., Ph.D.

Tuhin Virmani, M.D., Ph.D. Neurologist

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W. David Walters, M.D.

W. David Walters, M.D. Child Neurologist

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Hillary A. Williams, M.D.

Hillary A. Williams, M.D. Neurologist

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Virginia E. Willis, M.D.

Virginia E. Willis, M.D. Child Neurologist

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Sisira Yadala, M.D.

Sisira Yadala, M.D. Neurologist

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Taqi T. Zafar, M.D.

Taqi T. Zafar, M.D. Neurologist

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Salman Zahoor, M.D.

Salman Zahoor, M.D. Neurologist

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Locations

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Arkansas Children's Hospital

Arkansas Children’s Hospital

1 Children's Way
Little Rock, AR 72202

Appointment Phone Numbers
501-263-2644
Primary Care
501-222-4596
Specialty Care
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Exterior of UAMS Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute building

Epilepsy Clinic

501 Jack Stephens Drive
UAMS Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-5838
New and Returning Patients
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Exterior of UAMS Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute building

Movement Disorders Clinic

501 Jack Stephens Drive
UAMS Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-5838
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Exterior of UAMS Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute building

Neurology Clinic

501 Jack Stephens Drive
UAMS Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-5838
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UAMS Medical Center exterior

UAMS Medical Center

4301 W. Markham St.
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-8000
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Related Areas of Expertise

  • Epilepsy Care

    The Arkansas Epilepsy Center at UAMS Health is one of only two comprehensive level 4 epilepsy centers in the state of Arkansas certified by the NAEC.

  • Neurosurgery

    Our neurosurgeons perform research, multiple clinical trials and are the leaders for simple and complex surgeries not available at other centers in Arkansas.

  • Pain Management

    The pain management specialists at UAMS Health offer the latest treatments and technologies for managing pain.

  • Pediatric Care

    You want the very best medical care for your child. Our doctors care for pediatric patients with state-of-the-art equipment and technology.

  • Rehabilitation and Therapy Services

    UAMS Health provides the highest quality rehabilitation care by using state-of-the-art technology and evidence-based practices.

  • Senior Health

    As your body matures, we want to give you the medical tools and resources you need to stay healthy and active.

  • Stroke Care

    UAMS Medical Center is the first comprehensive stroke center in Arkansas certified by the Joint Commission and the only one in central Arkansas.

Make an Appointment

Request an appointment by contacting a clinic directly or by calling the UAMS Health appointment line at (501) 686-8000.

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