Kent C. Westbrook, M.D. Surgical Oncologist
Overview
- Area of Expertise
- Cancer Care
- Provides Second Opinion
- Yes
- Patient Type
- Adults
- Language
- English
Primary Appointment Location
Surgical Oncology Clinic
4018 W. Capitol Ave.
Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute, Seventh Floor
Little Rock, 72205
- Appointment Phone Numbers
- (501) 296-1200
New Patients - (501) 686-8211
Returning Patients
About Dr. Westbrook
Clinical Biography
Dr. Kent Westbrook is Professor of Surgery in the Department of Surgery at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). Dr. Westbrook served as the Director of the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute for 15 years (1984-1998) and Interim Chairman of the Department of Surgery for three years (1999-2002). After completing his undergraduate work at the University of Arkansas, Dr. Westbrook received his Medical Degree from the University of Arkansas College of Medicine (COM) at UAMS. He completed his General Surgery residency at UAMS, a Surgical Oncology fellowship at MD Anderson Hospital and Tumor Institute in Houston, Texas, and a Medical Ethics summer fellowship in Palo Alto, California. He is certified by the American Board of General Surgery. Dr. Westbrook is a member of the American College of Surgeons, Southwestern Surgical Congress, Society of Surgical Oncology, Southern Surgical Association, and Arkansas Medical Society. Dr. Westbrook has authored and co-authored many scientific publications. He has served on various national and regional boards including the American Cancer Society, Huntington’s Disease Society of America, and Southwestern Surgical Congress. He received the Arkansas Caduceus Club Distinguished Faculty Award in 1978.
Conditions Treated
UAMS providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.
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.
Dr. Westbrook's Areas of Expertise
Dr. Westbrook's Academic Background
Faculty Appointments
- Surgery
- Professor
Education
- Residency
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
- Medical School
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
- Undergraduate Education
- University of Arkansas
Professional Certifications
- American Board of Surgery
Locations Where Dr. Westbrook Practices
Surgical Oncology Clinic , Primary Location
4018 W. Capitol Ave.
Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute, Seventh Floor
Little Rock, AR 72205
Breast Cancer Clinic
4018 W. Capitol Ave.
Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute, Second Floor
Little Rock, AR 72205
Dermatology Cancer Clinic
4018 W. Capitol Ave.
Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute, Sixth Floor
Little Rock, AR 72205