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James Y. Suen, M.D. Otolaryngologist

Overview

Areas of Expertise
Ear, Nose & Throat Care
Cancer Care
Head & Neck Cancer Care
Patient Type
Adults
Language
English
4.7 out of 5
233 Patient Satisfaction Ratings
51 comments

Primary Appointment Location

Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Clinic
501 Jack Stephens Drive
Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute, Third Floor
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
(501) 686-8000
New and Returning Patients
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James Y. Suen, M.D.

Make an Appointment With Dr. Suen

New patients can make an appointment by contacting the clinic directly or by calling the UAMS Health appointment line at (501) 686-8000.

Existing patients also have the option to request an appointment online through UAMS MyChart.

About Dr. Suen

Clinical Biography

Dr. James Y. Suen is a professor in the Department of Otolaryngology — Head and Neck Surgery.

Dr. Suen received his medical degree from UAMS in 1966. He completed residencies in general surgery and otolaryngology at San Francisco General Hospital and UAMS. A captain in the United States Air Force, he completed a fellowship in ptolaryngic pathology at the Armed Forces’ Institute of Pathology in Washington, D.C., and was an advanced senior fellow in head and neck surgery at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. He is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Suen is a fellow in the American Academy of Otolaryngologists and the American Head and Neck Society, of which he is past president.

Dr. Suen has been awarded the Red Sash Award for Teaching on multiple occasions. In 1990, he was the recipient of the Distinguished Faculty Award given by the UAMS College of Medicine. In 1991, he was honored with the Distinguished Citizen Award awarded by KARK-TV and the Governor’s Office of Volunteerism.

In 1995 he was selected for the Distinguished Alumnus Award by M.D. Anderson Cancer Center. He served as one of President William Clinton’s personal physicians during his administration.

He was one of the co-founders of the Arkansas Cancer Research Center and was the executive director from 2002 to 2007.

In 2006 he was selected by the UAMS College of Medicine to deliver the annual Distinguished Faculty Lectureship.

His primary surgical interests include head and neck cancer, congenital vascular lesions of the head and neck and diseases of the larynx.

He is the author and editor of six medical textbooks, including “Cancer of the Head and Neck,” which is used worldwide by medical schools. In 1995 he was selected by Good Housekeeping as one of the top 400 cancer specialists in the United States and, since that time, he has been listed in all editions as one of the Best Doctors in America.

Conditions Treated

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

  • Head and Neck Cancer
  • Vascular Anomalies

Medical Treatments and Procedures Performed

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

  • Cancer Surgery

Dr. Suen's Areas of Expertise

Image of a close-up of female doctor analyzing girl's ear with otoscope in hospital.

Ear, Nose & Throat Care

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Cancer Care

The Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute at UAMS is Arkansas’ most comprehensive cancer treatment and research facility.

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Head and Neck Cancer

Head & Neck Cancer Care (Part of Cancer Care)

Head and neck cancers are cancers that start in the tissues and organs of the head and neck.

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Dr. Suen's Academic Background

Faculty Appointments

Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Distinguished Professor

Education

Fellowship
University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Fellowship
Armed Forces Institute of Pathology
Residency
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Medical School
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Professional Certifications

  • American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery

Locations Where Dr. Suen Practices

Exterior of Stephens Spine Institute building

Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Clinic , Primary Location

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

Appointment Phone Number
(501) 686-8000
New and Returning Patients
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Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute building

Head and Neck Oncology Clinic

4018 W. Capitol Ave.
Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute, Sixth Floor
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Numbers
(501) 296-1200
New Patients
(501) 686-8224
Returning Patients
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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
New and Returning Patients
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Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute building

Surgical Oncology Clinic

4018 W. Capitol Ave.
Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute, Seventh Floor
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Numbers
(501) 296-1200
New Patients
(501) 686-8211
Returning Patients
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Patient Ratings & Reviews

Average Ratings

Explained Things Clearly
0.0 out of 5
Listened Carefully
4.7 out of 5
Knew Important Medical History
4.6 out of 5
Gave Enough Information about Health and Treatment
4.6 out of 5
Trust Provider
4.8 out of 5
Recommend Provider
4.9 out of 5

Overall: 4.7 out of 5

(233 Ratings, 51 Comments)

Individual Reviews

5 out of 5

Comment

Dr. Suen was wonderful!

Date

Nov 25, 2019
5 out of 5

Comment

All of my services were real good. Thank you.

Date

Nov 25, 2019
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr.Suen has saved my life. He knew how to treat my excruciating pain on my first visit. I began monthly treatments and now I have been able to go longer periods without pain injections, thanks to Dr.Suen. He is a true healer. [TRUNCATED]

Date

Oct 14, 2019
5 out of 5

Comment

My experience has been wonderful

Date

Sep 30, 2019
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr.Suen is amazing

Date

Sep 30, 2019
5 out of 5

Comment

I am very grateful and thankful for the care I have received at UAMS. Dr. Suen and his team have made significant progress on my case and I feel we are on the right track. Thank you for asking

Date

Sep 24, 2019
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Make an Appointment With Dr. Suen

New patients can make an appointment by contacting the clinic directly or by calling the UAMS Health appointment line at (501) 686-8000.

Existing patients also have the option to request an appointment online through UAMS MyChart.

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