Sheldon Riklon, M.D. Family Medicine Physician
Primary Appointment Location
Family Medical Center in Fayetteville
1125 N. College Ave.
UAMS Northwest Regional Campus
Fayetteville, AR 72703
- Appointment Phone Number
- 479-521-8260
New and Returning Patients
Overview
- Area of Expertise
- Primary Care
- Accepting New Patients
- No
- Patient Type
- Adults
- Language
- English
About Dr. Riklon
Clinical Biography
Dr. Riklon holds the Peter O. Kohler, M.D., Endowed Chair in Health Disparities and is a professor in the Department of Family and Preventive Medicine. He is one of only two Marshallese physicians to complete medical school and residency training from U.S.-accredited programs. Riklon trains residents in the Family Medicine Center on the UAMS Northwest Regional Campus and sees patients at the Community Clinic in Springdale, offering culturally appropriate care to the clinic’s Marshallese patients. Riklon earned his bachelor’s degree in biology from the University of Hawaii at Hilo and his medical degree from the John A. Burns School of Medicine at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. He joined UAMS in 2016 from the John A. Burns School of Medicine, where he was an assistant professor and the family medicine clerkship director in the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health.
Dr. Riklon's Academic Background
Academic Biography
Dr. Sheldon Riklon joined the UAMS Northwest faculty in August, 2016. He splits his time between the Family Medicine Residency Program, the UAMS Office of Research and Community Health, and Community Clinic in Springdale. Dr. Riklon is one of only two Marshallese doctors practicing in the U.S.
He came to UAMS from the John A. Burns School of Medicine at the University of Hawaii, where he served as family medicine clerkship director and as a faculty member in the UH Family Medicine Residency Program. He is a 2001 graduate of that residency program and a 1998 graduate of the Burns A. School of Medicine. He holds a bachelor’s degree in biology from the University of Hawaii at Hilo.
He is the inaugural holder of the Peter O. Kohler M.D. Endowed Chair in Health Disparities at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Fayetteville.
Faculty Appointments
- Department of Family and Preventive Medicine
- Associate Professor
Education and Training
- Medical School
- John A. Burns School of Medicine
Dr. Riklon's Research
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Dr. Riklon's Areas of Expertise
Primary Care
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Locations Where Dr. Riklon Practices
Family Medical Center in Fayetteville , Primary Location
1125 N. College Ave.
UAMS Northwest Regional Campus
Fayetteville, AR 72703
- Appointment Phone Number
- 479-521-8260
New and Returning Patients
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I had a past experience with a different provider at UAMS who did not listen to me, and made me feel bad about having to keep track of how I've felt by writing notes (later determined I have ADHD). After that I was a little worried, but the provider that I saw was the exact opposite. He was extremely considerate and actually helped me in the way I needed. It was nice to finally be heard and I really appreciate his compassion.
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Sep 04, 2024Comment
I have with UAMS for over 10 years. Just saw a student this time instead of my normal doctor.
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Aug 14, 2024Comment
Extremely satisfied. Very though care thank you! Love your portal too
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Aug 14, 2024Comment
Uams Dr's and nurses are amazing
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Aug 08, 2024Comment
I love Dr. [NAME] ! He's so nice and he treats you like a person not just a patient. He listens to your concerns and answers all of your questions. He's amazing!!!
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Jun 19, 2024Comment
I appreciate UAMS for getting me in so quickly!
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Jun 13, 2024Comment
It was as I expected.
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Jun 12, 2024Comment
Quick, easy, felt heard
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Apr 03, 2024Comment
These people are very nice and communicable
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Mar 21, 2024Comment
The Dr was great he took the time to go over my blood work and explained it to me and listened to my question, gave great information, and talk to me on how to improve my health.
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Feb 29, 2024