Jimmy D. Acklin, M.D. Family Medicine Physician
Primary Location
Family Medical Center in Fort Smith
1301 S. E St.
Fort Smith, AR 72901
- Appointment Phone Number
- 479-785-2431
New and Returning Patients
Overview
- Patient Types
- Adults
- Children and Adolescents
- Language
- English
About Dr. Acklin
Clinical Biography
Jimmy Acklin is a native of Conway, Arkansas, and earned his Bachelor of Science in zoology at the University of Arkansas in 1979. He earned his Doctor of Medicine at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock in 1983. He completed a residency in Family Medicine at AHEC Fort Smith (now UAMS West Regional Campus) in 1986 where he served as chief resident. He passed his board exams and was recognized as a diplomate of the American Board of Family Medicine. He immediately joined the residency faculty with a focus on rebuilding the obstetrics curriculum.
In 1992, he was acknowledged as a fellow in the American Academy of Family Physicians and was promoted to associate professor of family medicine at UAMS. He completed his residency director fellowship through the Association of Family Medicine Residency Directors in 1997 and became the residency director of AHEC Fort Smith in January 1997, serving in that capacity through 2012. He then spent six years working for the Veterans Healthcare Service of the Ozarks as a primary care physician.
He retired from the VA, but was not happy being separated from medicine, and resumed patient care on a part time basis with the River Valley Primary Care clinics in Radcliff and Lavaca from 2019 until 2023. He returned to teaching on a limited basis in 2021 at the UAMS West Regional Campus and has increased to 60% FTE at present.
Outside of his passion for teaching medical students and residents, he enjoys working with his church on various mission trips, traveling, the outdoors, and cooking.
Dr. Acklin's Academic Background
Professional Certifications
- American Board of Family Medicine — Family Medicine
Medical Treatments and Procedures Performed or Prescribed by Dr. Acklin
UAMS Health providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.
Locations Where Dr. Acklin Practices
Family Medical Center in Fort Smith , Primary Location
1301 S. E St.
Fort Smith, AR 72901
- Appointment Phone Number
- 479-785-2431
New and Returning Patients
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Nothing, very good service.
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Jun 19, 2024Comment
The nurses, [NAME] and [NAME] were very, very nice and helpful. Dr. [NAME] was amazing.
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May 30, 2024Comment
This is why I say that Dr. Acklin was really sweet and understanding with all my concerns. Thanks.
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May 28, 2024Comment
When I needed urgent care the front desk was so fast at getting me in. The doctors were thorough.
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May 28, 2024Comment
Over all it was okay
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May 09, 2024Comment
They are very friendly and very polite.
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May 09, 2024Comment
I'm returning home after 18yrs and l have many chronic illnesses. Dr [NAME] and Dr Acklins as well as [NAME] my nurse were all an amazing, compassionate and knowledgeable team. I'm grateful for their care
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May 03, 2024Comment
Good
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Apr 26, 2024Comment
We arrived a little early and were called back immediately. No wait time! The dr and nurse seemed to listen without rushing, which was appreciated. The lab was easy and results came in quickly, before we even made it home.
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Apr 25, 2024Comment
I love UAMS! I been goin here over 23yrs & they have always took care of me & my kids!
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Apr 11, 2024