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Treatment & Procedure: Smoking Cessation

Also called: Tobacco Cessation

Tobacco is the number one cause of preventable death in the United States. Currently, almost 23% of Arkansans smoke cigarettes and around 5,800 Arkansans die from a tobacco-related illness every year. At UAMS Health, we see the negative effects of tobacco use and make every effort to reach those needing help to quit both in our clinics and in the community. Your health is our number one priority, and quitting tobacco has proven to be the most important health change you can make.

You are much more likely to quit tobacco long-term when you work with a tobacco treatment specialist, according to research. Community members and patients who seek care at any UAMS Health location across Arkansas may receive help from a tobacco treatment specialist by self-referral or through a referral by their health care provider. Our tobacco treatment specialists provide virtual group classes and one-on-one consultations in the clinic setting and by phone.

One-on-One Help From a Tobacco Treatment Specialist

What Does a Tobacco Treatment Specialist Do?

  1. Gathers information about your unique tobacco experience and history.
  2. Helps set realistic goals and creates a workable quit plan.
  3. Identifies cessation options and makes recommendations for medication/nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) to discuss with your health care provider.
  4. Maintains contact with you to ensure proper use of medications/NRT, address struggles, offers encouragement and support throughout the quit journey.

How to Get Started with a Tobacco Treatment Specialist

Self-Referrals

Call the message-only UAMS Tobacco Cessation Help Line at 501- 526-5448 and leave your name, date of birth and phone number. A tobacco treatment specialist will return the call within three business days to assist with a cessation plan and/or enroll you in the virtual group classes. You can access a list of our tobacco cessation specialists on the class registration page.

Health Care Provider Referrals

If you have an appointment in any of the UAMS Health clinics, let your health care provider know you would like a referral to a tobacco treatment specialist and you will be contacted soon.

Group Classes

Our tobacco treatment specialists offer virtual group classes to help support your quitting goals. Get more information and learn how to sign up by visiting the patient education class page.

Providers Performing Smoking Cessation

Note that every provider listed below may not perform or prescribe Smoking Cessation for all conditions related to it. Review each provider for availability.

Patricia L. Franklin, CNP

Patricia L. Franklin, CNP Nurse Practitioner

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Elizabeth C. Gath, M.D.

Elizabeth C. Gath, M.D. Internist

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Jonell S. Hudson, Pharm.D.

Jonell S. Hudson, Pharm.D. Pharmacist

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Locations Providing Smoking Cessation

UAMS Northwest exterior (FMC sign)

Drive-Up Clinic — Fayetteville (Part of Family Medical Center — Fayetteville)

1125 N. College Ave.
Fayetteville, AR 72703

Appointment Phone Number
(479) 521-8260
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Family Medical Center, North Central

Family Medical Center — Batesville

1993 Harrison St.
Batesville, AR 72501

Appointment Phone Number
(870) 793-2540
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UAMS Northwest exterior (FMC sign)

Family Medical Center — Fayetteville

1125 N. College Ave.
Fayetteville, AR 72703

Appointment Phone Number
(479) 521-8260
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Family Medical Center — Fort Smith

1301 S. E St.
Fort Smith, AR 72901

Appointment Phone Number
(479) 785-2431
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UAMS Family Medical Center, East

Family Medical Center — Helena

1393 Highway 242 South
Helena, AR 72342

Appointment Phone Number
(870) 572-6507
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UAMS Northeast building exterior

Family Medical Center — Jonesboro

311 E. Matthews St.
Jonesboro, AR 72401

Appointment Phone Number
(870) 972-0063
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Exterior of Family Medical Center - Little Rock

Family Medical Center — Little Rock

521 Jack Stephens Drive
First floor
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
(501) 686-6560
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Family Medical Center - Magnolia

Family Medical Center — Magnolia

1617 N. Washington St.
Magnolia, AR 71753

Appointment Phone Number
(870) 234-7676
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Family Medical Center, Pine Bluff

Family Medical Center — Pine Bluff

1601 W. 40th Ave.
Pine Bluff, AR 71603

Appointment Phone Number
(870) 541-6000
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NW Hospital exterior

Family Medical Center — Springdale

601 W. Maple Ave.
Suite 102
Springdale, AR 72764

Appointment Phone Number
(479) 750-6585
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exterior of North Street Clinic

Neighborhood Clinic — North Street

1125 N. College Ave.
First Floor
Fayetteville, AR 72703

Appointment Phone Number
(479) 713-8701
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Make an Appointment

Request an appointment by contacting a clinic directly or by calling the UAMS Health appointment line at (501) 686-8000.

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