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James Y. Suen, M.D. Facial Plastic Surgery Otolaryngologist

Primary Appointment Location

Ear, Nose and Throat Clinic at the UAMS Medical Center
501 Jack Stephens Drive
UAMS Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-8000
New and Returning Patients
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Overview

Areas of Expertise
Ear, Nose and Throat Care
Cancer Care
Head and Neck Cancer Care
Accepting New Patients
Yes
Patient Type
Adults
Language
English
4.8 out of 5
219 Patient Satisfaction Ratings
75 comments
James Y. Suen, M.D.

Contents

  • Make an Appointment
  • About
  • Resources
  • Academic Background
  • Conditions
  • Treatments & Procedures
  • Areas of Expertise
  • Locations
  • Ratings & Reviews

Make an Appointment With Dr. Suen

New patients can make an appointment by contacting the clinic directly.

Existing patients also have the option of requesting an appointment online through UAMS Health 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.

Dr. James Suen, Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgeon -- UAMS

Resources Related to Dr. Suen

Success Story: Spence Churchill (Article)

Spence Churchill has almost always had trouble swallowing, but with the help of Dr. Suen, he was able to swallow and eliminated the need for a feeding tube.

Read the Article

Success Story: Kim and Chris Fowler (Article)

Chris Fowler was diagnosed with throat cancer sought treatment from James Suen, and is now cancer free.

Read the Article

Dr. Suen's Academic Background

Faculty Appointments

Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Distinguished Professor

Education and Training

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 — Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery

Conditions Diagnosed or Treated by Dr. Suen

UAMS Health 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 or Prescribed by Dr. Suen

UAMS Health 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 and Throat Care

ENT doctors can treat issues that range from the everyday to the complex. We provide both surgical and nonsurgical treatments for a wide range of conditions.

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Image of male doctor giving intravenous drip chemotherapy treatment to a female cancer patient.

Cancer Care

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

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Head and Neck Cancer

Head and Neck Cancer Care (Part of Cancer Care)

Our multidisciplinary team tailors treatment plans, including reconstructive surgery, reducing clinic visits. Explore clinical trials for innovative options.

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Locations Where Dr. Suen Practices

Exterior of UAMS Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute building

Ear, Nose and Throat Clinic at the UAMS Medical Center , Primary Location

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

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-8000
New and Returning Patients
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Head and Neck Cancer

Head and Neck Oncology Clinic

449 Jack Stephens Drive
UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Numbers
501-296-1200
New Patients
501-686-8224
Returning Patients
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Patient Ratings & Reviews

Average Ratings

Likelihood of recommending this provider
4.9 out of 5
Provider discussed treatment options
4.9 out of 5
Provider explained things clearly
5 out of 5
Provider included you in decisions
4.9 out of 5
Provider showed concern
4.9 out of 5

Overall: 4.8 out of 5

(219 Ratings, 75 Comments)

Individual Reviews

4 out of 5

Comment

I still have not had a call regarding the results of my CT scan, very disappointed, it's been a week today. I called LM.

Date

Mar 18, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr. Suen is a very special Doctor!

Date

Mar 06, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Alll good.

Date

Feb 09, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

We are blessed to have Dr Suen in Arkansas. He has performed miracles on lots of patients, including myself.

Date

Jan 29, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr. Suen always takes great care of me. Helps me and listens to me.

Date

Jan 29, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr Suen is excellent

Date

Jan 22, 2025
More Recent Reviews
4 out of 5

Comment

I still have not had a call regarding the results of my CT scan, very disappointed, it's been a week today. I called LM.

Date

Mar 18, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr. Suen is a very special Doctor!

Date

Mar 06, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Alll good.

Date

Feb 09, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

We are blessed to have Dr Suen in Arkansas. He has performed miracles on lots of patients, including myself.

Date

Jan 29, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr. Suen always takes great care of me. Helps me and listens to me.

Date

Jan 29, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr Suen is excellent

Date

Jan 22, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

I have so much confidence & respect of Dr Suen

Date

Jan 15, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Best expertise in the business

Date

Jan 08, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr Suen listened and knew exactly my problem! He gave me a solution and scheduled surgery we had talked thoroughly about. [DIAGNOSIS]

Date

Dec 18, 2024
5 out of 5

Comment

I greatly appreciate not being rushed and being asked more than once if I had any additional questions.

Date

Dec 04, 2024

Make an Appointment With Dr. Suen

New patients can make an appointment by contacting the clinic directly.

Existing patients also have the option of requesting an appointment online through UAMS Health MyChart.

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