Michael R. Downs, M.D. Family Medicine Physician
Primary Appointment Location
Family Medical Center in Texarkana
3417 U of A Way
Texarkana, AR 71854
- Appointment Phone Number
- 870-779-6000
New and Returning Patients
Overview
- Area of Expertise
- Primary Care
- Accepting New Patients
- No
- Patient Types
- Adults
- Children and Adolescents
- Language
- English

About Dr. Downs
Clinical Biography
Dr. Michael Downs was born in Hope, Arkansas, and attended Ouachita Baptist University. He earned his doctorate from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS).
He became board certified in family practice in 1985 and received a Certificate of Added Qualification in Sports Medicine in 1995. He came to the UAMS AHEC Southwest in 2002.
He is married and has three children and two grandchildren. His interests include gardening and Civil War history. He enjoys spending time with his family.
Dr. Downs' Academic Background
Faculty Appointments
- UAMS Regional Campuses
- Assistant Professor
Education and Training
- Medical School
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
- Residency
- University of Oklahoma at Tulsa
Professional Certifications
- American Board of Family Medicine — Family Medicine
- American Board of Family Medicine — Sports Medicine
Associations
- American Academy of Family Physicians
Dr. Downs' Research
UAMS Research Profile
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Dr. Downs' Areas of Expertise

Primary Care
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Locations Where Dr. Downs Practices

Family Medical Center in Texarkana , Primary Location
3417 U of A Way
Texarkana, AR 71854
- Appointment Phone Number
- 870-779-6000
New and Returning Patients
Comment
I think Dr. Downs, Dr. [NAME], and [NAME], the nurse, were awesome. It was a great experience. My children loved the new playroom. I was very comfortable. They listened. They were very friendly and very personable. One of the best visits for my children. Thank you.
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Sep 18, 2024Comment
I had a very good and thorough visit, but it wasn't with Dr. Downs. He's the main doctor, but there are teaching doctors underneath him. And it was another doctor I saw, but I can't recall his name right now. So I just wanted to tell you that so you could correct it on whatever it needs to be corrected on. Thank you so very much. Bye-bye.
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Sep 03, 2024Comment
My Dr was wonder she took care of all my questions in a very professional way I would recommend her to anyone
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Sep 03, 2024Comment
Great experience with everyone the lab tec was great no problems get blood work
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Aug 14, 2024Comment
Was needing my injections in the internet was down at the doctor's office
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Aug 06, 2024Comment
I really like the staff
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Jul 24, 2024Comment
Thanks for everyone's generosity!!!
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Jul 24, 2024Comment
Excellent staff and doctor.
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Jul 17, 2024Comment
We normally have a non-problematic experience at UAMS and yesterday was. I different for the most part. The doctor was very nice, but you could tell kids weren't his specialty. He did a thorough exam on my son and then it was time for one of the nurses to come back and administer my son's shots. We waited at least 30 minutes after the doctor left. I eventually went back to the front to ask if anyone was coming. The lady at the checkout desk was kind enough to find the nurse for me and about 5 minutes later, she came to administer the shots. Our appointment was at [TIME] and we didn't leave until [HOURS LATER and] after 5.
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Jul 09, 2024Comment
Thank you for being kind courteous and encouraging.
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Jul 03, 2024