Cystic Fibrosis Clinic (Part of Pulmonary Clinic)

The Adult Cystic Fibrosis Program at UAMS Health is the only certified adult cystic fibrosis program in Arkansas. We are accredited by the National Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. The goal of our clinic is to provide state of the art care to people in Arkansas and the surrounding area who have cystic fibrosis.

Our team includes a dietician, nurses, pulmonologists, a pharmacist, a psychologist, a respiratory therapist, a pulmonary function technician and a social worker.

Our Adult Cystic Fibrosis Program is a member of the Therapeutics Development Network of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. The Therapeutics Development Network is a network of nearly 80 nationwide clinical research centers conducting a variety of trials to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of new therapies for cystic fibrosis.

Complete Inpatient and Outpatient Care for Cystic Fibrosis

If the need for an inpatient stay arises, Cystic Fibrosis Clinic patients may be admitted to the UAMS Medical Center. All hospital rooms for cystic fibrosis patients are private and each room has extra room for a friend or family member to stay with you as you wish.

While in the hospital, you will be cared for by a team of physicians led by a pulmonologist. You will have visits from respiratory therapy, your nurse, a dietician and a social worker. Your team will monitor you during your stay in the hospital and help with discharge planning when the time comes to transition back home.

The Cystic Fibrosis Clinic is by referral only. Please contact your primary care doctor or visit one of our providers in the Center for Primary Care to obtain a referral.

If you are a returning patient, please call one of our nurses to schedule your appointment. We strive to see you in clinic at least four times a year.

What to Bring to Your Appointment

For your first appointment, please bring a picture ID and your insurance card. The UAMS medical staff will also need information about any medications you’re taking, including over the counter medications. You should also bring any medical records you can provide.

For future appointments, please advise us of any changes in your insurance information or your medications.