Mauricio A. Moreno, M.D. Otolaryngologist
Overview
- Areas of Expertise
- Ear, Nose & Throat Care
- Cancer Care
- Head & Neck Cancer Care
- Skin Cancer Care
- Patient Type
- Adults
- Language
- English
Primary Appointment Location
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

About Dr. Moreno
Clinical Biography
Dr. Mauricio Moreno completed his medical degree at Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile School of Medicine in Santiago, Chile. He then was a resident in general surgery at the University of Valparaiso in Chile. He completed his second residency in otolaryngology head and neck surgery at the University of Chile in Santiago, Chile. He had three fellowships all at The University of Texas, M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. His fellowships were in head and neck surgical oncology, microvascular reconstructive surgery and surgical endocrinology.
His clinical interests are in head and neck surgery, thyroid surgery and vascular anomalies. He has made numerous presentations around the country and even internationally. Dr. Moreno is also involved in clinical research in developing a new strategy for cancer treatment called Photo Dynamic Therapy.
Dr. Moreno enjoys taking time to talk to his patients and fully explain their conditions and treatment to them. When patients come to him whether it’s for a common procedure or after a cancer diagnosis, they can be sure that they are in capable, compassionate hands.
Conditions Treated
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Medical Treatments and Procedures Performed
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Dr. Moreno's Areas of Expertise

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

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.

Skin Cancer Care (Part of Cancer Care)
Skin cancer begins in the epidermis, which is made up of three kinds of cells
Dr. Moreno's Academic Background
Faculty Appointments
- Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
- Assistant Professor
Education
- Medical School
- Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile School of Medicine
- Residency
- University of Valparaiso
General Surgery - Residency
- University of Chile
Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery - Fellowship
- University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Head and Neck Surgical Oncology - Fellowship
- University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Microvascular Reconstructive Surgery - Fellowship
- University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Surgical Endocrinology
Professional Certifications
- American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Dr. Moreno's Research
Research Interests
Functional rehabilitation after head and neck reconstruction; Management of recurrent thyroid cancer; Sinonasal malignancies; Head and Neck CancerLatest Publications
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UAMS Research Profile
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Locations Where Dr. Moreno Practices

Head and Neck Oncology Clinic , Primary Location
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

Thyroid Cancer Clinic
4018 W. Capitol Ave.
Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Numbers
- (501) 686-8224
New and Returning Patients

UAMS Medical Center
4301 W. Markham St.
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Number
- (501) 686-8000
New and Returning Patients

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