Heather R. Williams, M.D. Gynecologic Oncologist
Primary Appointment Location
Women’s Cancer Clinic — Gynecology
449 Jack Stephens Drive
UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Numbers
- 501-296-1200
New Patients - 501-686-8522
Returning Patients
Overview
- Areas of Expertise
- Cancer Care
- Gynecologic Cancer Care
- Accepting New Patients
- Yes
- Provides Second Opinion
- Yes
- Patient Type
- Adults
- Language
- English
About Dr. Williams
Clinical Biography
Dr. Williams specializes in the treatment of cancers of the female reproductive tract including the vulva, vagina, cervix, uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes and lining of the abdomen called the peritoneum. She performs surgery and administers chemotherapy where applicable for these conditions. She also works closely with Radiation Oncology when radiation therapy is needed for treatment. Surgeries conducted include minimally invasive surgery with single incision laparoscopy and Da Vinci Robotic Surgery. She performs fertility-sparing therapy and surgery for select patients who meet the criteria for fertility preservation and have either pre-cancer or cancer of the reproductive tract. She also performs surgery for women with BRCA mutations, Lynch Syndrome, and other inherited genetic conditions that predispose women to cancer. Her interests include clinical trial development and enrollment in efforts to find new lifesaving treatments in the fight against cancer. She is also interested in survivorship and sexual wellness for women who are in remission or are survivors of gynecologic malignancies.
Dr. Williams is pleased to serve patients back home in Arkansas, where her husband and three children can remain close to their family and friends.
Dr. Williams' Academic Background
Academic Biography
Dr. Williams is originally from El Dorado, Arkansas. She graduated college from the University of Central Arkansas with magna cum laude honors. She earned her medical degree from UAMS where she was awarded competitive scholarships for her community service and GPA, and was named to the medical honor society, alpha omega alpha. Following medical school, she completed her internship and residency at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, Iowa and graduated with the resident laparoscopic achievement award from the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons and the Ryan Program Resident Award for Excellence in Family Planning. From there she completed her surgical fellowship in Gynecologic Oncology at the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, Georgia. As a fellow, she received the Gynecologic Oncology Group New Investigator Award for physicians interested in clinical trial development. She regularly presents her research at regional and national meetings and publishes peer-reviewed research articles.
Dr. Williams is double board certified in General Obstetrics and Gynecology and Gynecologic Oncology. She is the director of the UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Gynecologic Oncology Clinical Trials Program. She also serves as the Assistant Clerkship Director for the third-year medical students during their Obstetrics and Gynecology rotation.
Faculty Appointments
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology — Division of Gynecologic Oncology
- Assistant Professor
Education and Training
- Fellowship
- Medical College of Georgia
Gynecologic Oncology - Residency
- University of Iowa - College of Medicine
Obstetrics and Gynecology - Medical School
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Professional Certifications
- American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology — Gynecologic Oncology
- American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology — Obstetrics and Gynecology
Associations
- American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
- Arkansas Medical Society
- Society of Gynecologic Oncology
Conditions Diagnosed or Treated by Dr. Williams
UAMS Health providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.
Medical Treatments and Procedures Performed or Prescribed by Dr. Williams
UAMS Health providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.
Dr. Williams' Areas of Expertise
Cancer Care
The UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute is Arkansas’ most comprehensive cancer treatment and research facility.
Gynecologic Cancer Care (Part of Cancer Care)
Our doctors provide compassionate support and comprehensive treatment options for all types of gynecologic cancers.
Locations Where Dr. Williams Practices
Women’s Cancer Clinic — Gynecology , Primary Location
449 Jack Stephens Drive
UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Numbers
- 501-296-1200
New Patients - 501-686-8522
Returning Patients
Comment
Very friendly. Made me feel so much better about my situation.
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Dec 19, 2024Comment
Dr Williams and students have great bedside manner
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Dec 06, 2024Comment
I tell everyone that listens if they have GYN cancer Dr Heather Williams is the one to see
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Dec 03, 2024Comment
Dr. Williams is very kind. She listens to my concerns and is thorough with helping me with any problems. I am very thankful that she is my doctor.
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Nov 13, 2024Comment
Im so thankful for the excellent care I have received by this team!
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Nov 07, 2024Comment
Directions to the clinic were misleading.
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Nov 02, 2024Comment
Dr. Williams is very compassionate, kind, informative, reassuring, and patient. She is a wonderful surgeon-she performed a robotic full hysterectomy.
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Nov 01, 2024Comment
Have already recommended and praised the clinic and dr and nurses
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Oct 19, 2024Comment
The UAMS Gyn Oncology clinic is great. Dr. Williams and the nurses/staff have been very helpful and kind during my difficult health circumstances. In addition, Ms. [NAME] at the front desk is a ray of sunshine to women who are coming with possible fealings of fear or concern. I highly recommend this department to others needing this type of care.
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Sep 10, 2024Comment
The Dr and Nurses treated me the best of any that I have ever seen.
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Sep 03, 2024