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Priya Mendiratta, M.D. Family Medicine Geriatrician

Primary Appointment Location

Thomas and Lyon Longevity Clinic
625 Jack Stephens Drive
Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-6219
New and Returning Patients
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Overview

Areas of Expertise
Senior Health
Primary Care
Accepting New Patients
Yes
Patient Type
Adults
Language
English
4.6 out of 5
399 Patient Satisfaction Ratings
92 comments
Priya Mendiratta, M.D.

Contents

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

Make an Appointment With Dr. Mendiratta

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. Mendiratta

Clinical Biography

Dr. Priya Mendiratta is a geriatrician who sees patients in the Thomas and Lyon Longevity Clinic at the Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). She works in clinic, nursing home and long term care, the rehabilitation unit and also sees patients on inpatient geriatric consult service. Her faculty appointment is as an assistant professor in the UAMS College of Medicine, Reynolds Department of Geriatrics. She is also the Clerkship and Geriatric course co-Director for Geriatric medical student clerkship and is actively involved as a clinical preceptor for trainees (medial students, family practice residents and geriatric fellows). She is rotation director for geriatrics for family medicine residents as well as geriatric grand rounds. She is on the education and promotions committees at the university. She is currently working on starting a telemedicine clinic in geriatrics. In addition, she is actively involved in clinical research and has published papers in several scientific journals. She was recognized nationally by the American Geriatric Society as a fellow in 2013.

Dr. Mendiratta received her medical degree from the University of Nagpur, Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences in India and pursued a residency in Internal Medicine in India. She later received a Masters in Public Health degree from Boston University of Public Health. Her training in the United States includes a Family Medicine residency and a two-year Geriatrics fellowship at the Reynolds Department of Geriatrics at UAMS.

Dr. Priya Mendiratta, Geriatrician – UAMS

Dr. Mendiratta's Academic Background

Academic Biography

Dr. Priya Mendiratta is a well-rounded geriatrician who is board certified in both family medicine and geriatrics and provides clinical care at the Thomas and Lyon Longevity Clinic and the Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging at UAMS. She is a professor in the UAMS College of Medicine. She is also a Certified Medical Director in post-acute and long-term care medicine and is the medical director of two long-term care facilities in the Little Rock area. She was recently invested in Alexa and William T Dillard distinguished chair in geriatrics, which is among the highest academic honor a University can bestow on a faculty member.

She is the Clerkship and Geriatric Course Director for Geriatric medical student clerkship for UAMS medical students. Her innovative teaching methodologies, and development of innovative curriculum in geriatrics as well as use of technology for multiple learners has transformed learner experiences. She has successfully introduced many innovative approaches in teaching, which include interactive case modules in geriatrics, virtual reality, telemedicine, geriatric boot camp, and Interprofessional geriatric simulation.  Innovative patient education products developed by medical students with her guidance have found an audience at the American Geriatric Society and has represented UAMS and geriatric clerkship nationally at numerous American Geriatric Society meetings. She was also recognized nationally by the American Geriatric Society with the prestigious award of a Fellow of American Geriatric Society in 2013. She is also the appointed state affiliate leader by the American Geriatric Society.

She has been an advisor to multiple medical students over the last few years and has been working with medical student’s Academic Houses since the program’s inception. She was elected to the UAMS Academic Senate as a College of Medicine representative in 2018 and serves as a member on many UAMS education committees.  She is the recipient of  numerous awards for her role in resident and medical student education including several resident educator awards, multiple red sashes for medical student education. She is involved in educating multiple trainees in other developing countries and been contributing her energy and expertise to various diverse programs for underserved population globally.   She has been featured in the Best doctors in America and Arkansas list consistently over the past decade. She has published clinical research in various peer reviewed journals.

Dr. Mendiratta received her medical degree from the University of Nagpur, Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences in India and pursued her residency in Internal Medicine in India. She later received a Master’s in Public Health degree from Boston University School of Public Health, Boston, Massachusetts. Her clinical training in the United States include, a Family Medicine residency and a 2-year Geriatrics fellowship at the Reynolds Department of Geriatrics at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS).

Faculty Appointments

Department of Geriatrics
Professor

Education and Training

Fellowship
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Geriatrics
Residency
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Family Medicine
Residency
Tufts University School of Medicine
Family Medicine
Graduate School
Boston University
Master of Public Health
Medical School
Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences

Professional Certifications

  • American Board of Family Medicine — Family Medicine
  • Arkansas State Medical Board

Conditions Diagnosed or Treated by Dr. Mendiratta

UAMS Health providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Dementia
  • End of Life Issues
  • Memory Problems

Medical Treatments and Procedures Performed or Prescribed by Dr. Mendiratta

UAMS Health providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Polypharmacy

Dr. Mendiratta's Areas of Expertise

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Senior Health

As your body matures, we want to give you the medical tools and resources you need to stay healthy and active.

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Primary Care

Seeing a primary care provider is a great way to get healthy and stay that way. Let a UAMS Health provider get you to a better state of health.

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Locations Where Dr. Mendiratta Practices

The exterior of the Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging

Thomas and Lyon Longevity Clinic , Primary Location

625 Jack Stephens Drive
Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-6219
New and Returning Patients
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UAMS Medical Center exterior

UAMS Medical Center

4301 W. Markham St.
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-8000
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Patient Ratings & Reviews

Average Ratings

Recommend Provider
4.8 out of 5
Listened Carefully
4.6 out of 5
Knew Important Medical History
4.5 out of 5
Gave Enough Information about Health and Treatment
4.6 out of 5
Trust Provider
4.7 out of 5

Overall: 4.6 out of 5

(399 Ratings, 92 Comments)

Individual Reviews

4 out of 5

Comment

Thought first visit was very thorough.

Date

Sep 30, 2022
5 out of 5

Comment

I have a high regard for Dr P Mendiratta. She first came to our attention when she became the PCP for my aging mother-in-law. As time went on, my PCP retired and I asked if she would serve as my PCP. Fortunately, she had room for me, and I am quite pleased with her thoroughness, and sincerity.

Date

Aug 25, 2022
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr. Mendiratta is an excellent physician, who cares about her patients. And has just done a great job for me. And I wouldn't trade her for anything. Thank you.

Date

Aug 19, 2022
5 out of 5

Comment

The whole appointment was very well laid out. I got my answers. I was very, very impressed with the resident. I think her name was Dr. Barioli, Barioli. She was very thorough that work, she was working with Dr. Mendiratta. So I really appreciate the care that I received there. Thank you.

Date

Aug 18, 2022
5 out of 5

Comment

My visit was excellent in every way possible. Thank you to all the staff who were involved. Especially Dr Mindiratta and her student. Thanks ?

Date

Aug 18, 2022
5 out of 5

Comment

I really enjoy coming to that clinic. Have made sure, everything has been wonderful. Since we came and started our journey there. Have seen so much improvement, more detail, rather the doctor is, there are APN is there to see us. Just very, very very, very pleased with everything.

Date

Aug 18, 2022
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Make an Appointment With Dr. Mendiratta

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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