University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (Northwest) Program
About This Program
We are seeking applicants who possess a strong commitment to service and embrace patient care. Our vision is to inspire a passion for lifelong learning and service in our residents and to provide compassionate healthcare for patients throughout all stages of life in a patient centered medical home. Our curriculum covers the essence of family medicine with strong inpatient rotations.
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Michael Daniel Macechko, MD
UAMS Northwest
Primary Program Contact
Lynn Glover
UAMS Northwest
Locations
UAMS Northwest
Family Medicine Pgm
1125 N College Ave
Fayetteville, AR 72703
4301 W Markham St
Little Rock, AR 72205-7199
3215 N North Hills Blvd
Fayetteville, AR 72703
609 W Maple St
Springdale, AR 72764
1179 N College Ave
Fayetteville, AR 72703
102 N Gutensohn Rd
Springdale, AR 72762
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- Advanced or Fellowship Match of NRMP
- San Francisco Match
- Military Match
- Urology Match
U.S. MD Applicants
IMG Applicants
DO Applicants
Total required letters of recommendation (excludes MSPE and Dean's letter)
Required specialty-specific letters of evaluation within total letters of recommendation
Data not provided by program
Medical School Graduation Timeline
Graduation from medical school must have occurred within the past 5 year(s).
Gap Experience Requirement
PGY-1 applicants to this program with a gap of 1 year or more between medical school graduation and entry to residency must have the following experience occur during the gap: Clinical experience in the US
Resident / Fellow Characteristics
Three year averages. Medical school type does not include graduates of Canadian schools.
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Program Faculty
Faculty Distribution
Work Environment
NA = Not Applicable
NGO = Negotiable
OTH = Other
Visa Status
This program will consider an appropriately qualified applicant with the following visa or visa status. Contact the program for additional information.
Program Size
Key Dates & Timelines
2026 - 2027
Application Due
Nov 15, 2025
Interview Period Starts
Oct 6, 2025 - Jan 10, 2026
2027 - 2028
Application Due
Nov 15, 2026
Interview Period Starts
Oct 5, 2026 - Jan 1, 2027
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Evaluations
Medical Insurance Coverage
- Major medical for dependents
- Dental insurance
- Major medical for residents
- Outpatient mental health
- Inpatient mental health
- Group life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Disability insurance for HIV
Salary Compensation
PGY-1 through PGY-3
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 15 Vacation Days and 6 Sick Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
For more information, view the program's leave policy on their website.