Sarah Assem, M.D. Internist
Primary Appointment Location
Internal Medicine Clinic at the UAMS Northwest Regional Campus
1125 N. College Ave.
UAMS Northwest Regional Campus
Fayetteville, AR 72703
- Appointment Phone Number
- 479-713-8701
New and Returning Patients
Overview
- Accepting New Patients
- Yes
- Provides Second Opinion
- Yes
- Patient Type
- Adults
- Language
- English
About Dr. Assem
Clinical Biography
Dr. Sarah Assem, a native Arkansan and University of Arkansas graduate, earned her medical degree with high honors from Ross University School of Medicine in 2011. She completed her internal medicine residency at UCLA-Kern Medical Center, where she served as chief resident and received both the Chairman’s Award and the Community Service Award. Dr. Assem spent several years practicing and teaching medical students in Vancouver, Washington, first as a hospitalist and later as an outpatient internist, while holding clinical faculty roles at Washington State University and the University of Washington. She was intimately involved in the formation and accreditation of the Legacy Salmon Creek Internal Medicine Residency Program, where she served as core faculty for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Social Determinants of Health.
Returning to Arkansas in 2022, Dr. Assem joined UAMS and serves as the Program Director of the Internal Medicine Residency Program affiliated with Mercy Northwest and Veterans Health System of the Ozarks. She was honored with the 2024 UAMS Phenomenal Women Award for her advocacy in Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion as well as the UAMS Northwest Impact Award. A first-generation American, Dr. Assem is deeply committed to addressing health inequities and supporting underrepresented communities. She is passionate about mentoring future physicians and building community partnerships to foster pipeline programs that empower local youth to pursue careers in medicine with the goal of diversifying and increasing the physician workforce in Northwest Arkansas. Dr. Assem is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians.
Dr. Assem's Academic Background
Administrative Roles
- Department of Internal Medicine
- Residency Program Director
Faculty Appointments
- Department of Internal Medicine — Division of General Internal Medicine
- Assistant Professor
Education and Training
- Residency
- Kern Medical
Internal Medicine Residency - Medical School
- Ross University School of Medicine
Medical Degree - Undergraduate Education
- University of Arkansas
Bachelor of Science in Biology
Professional Certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine — Internal Medicine
Locations Where Dr. Assem Practices
Internal Medicine Clinic at the UAMS Northwest Regional Campus , Primary Location
1125 N. College Ave.
UAMS Northwest Regional Campus
Fayetteville, AR 72703
- Appointment Phone Number
- 479-713-8701
New and Returning Patients
North Street Clinic (Part of Internal Medicine Clinic at the UAMS Northwest Regional Campus)
1125 N. College Ave.
UAMS Northwest Regional Campus
Fayetteville, AR 72703
- Appointment Phone Number
- 479-713-8701
New and Returning Patients
Comment
Great and good experience
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Mar 08, 2025Comment
Excellent! Dr. Assem is the most caring, knowledgeable and attentive Doctor I have ever had an experience with.
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Mar 07, 2025Comment
I felt listened to and was provided useful information.
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Mar 05, 2025Comment
My doctor was amazing. She listened, we discussed and started working on a plan together. I was extremely pleased with my visit. I will definitely recommend her to people I know
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Feb 27, 2025Comment
Dr. Assam was very impressive and I will certainly return for future care.
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Feb 27, 2025Comment
I've already recommended Dr. Assem to friends in the area. She's one of the rare medical professionals who is truly patient and thorough - I am so comfortable bringing up any issue or concern or question. I'm never rushed or made to feel like a lower priority. She is the standard to which all other professionals should be measured.
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Feb 13, 2025Comment
I will totally be recommending Dr. Sarah Assem to friends. She was thoughtful, compassionate, attentive and knowledgeable.
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Jan 25, 2025Comment
Dr. Assem is one of the best, if not the best, physicians I have ever seen. She listens, she has a conversation with me, rather than just talking at me, and provides clear answers. I enjoy her honesty, sincerity, and she makes me feel comfortable.
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Jan 25, 2025Comment
I think that during the visit everything was very good, however after the results I have sent several messages and I have not received a response from the doctor
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Jan 18, 2025Comment
I felt heard and understood. That's a rare thing nowadays.
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Jan 16, 2025