University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (Texarkana) Program
About This Program
The UAMS Family Medicine Residency in Texarkana, AR-TX is an 8-8-8, unopposed, community-based program dedicated to training confident, compassionate physicians in full-spectrum family medicine. With over 30 years of experience, we are proud of a legacy of strong mentorship, clinical excellence, and deep community connection. Residents benefit from both a statewide academic network and meaningful hands-on experience in a supportive community setting. Graduates are well prepared for diverse caree
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Matthew Nix, MD, BS, MD
UAMS - Southwest
Primary Program Contact
Robin Dempsey
UAMS - Southwest
Locations
UAMS - Southwest
Family Medicine Residency Program
3417 U Of A Way
Texarkana, AR 71854-1419
4301 W Markham St
Little Rock, AR 72205-7199
2600 St Michael Dr
Texarkana, AR 75503
1000 Pine St
Texarkana, TX 75504
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- San Francisco Match
- Military Match (i.e., Joint Service Graduate Medical Education Selection Board, Military Selection Board)
- SAU/AU Match (i.e., Urology Match)
- None
Open House
U.S. MD Applicants
IMG Applicants
DO Applicants
Total required letters of recommendation (excludes MSPE and Deans letter)
Required Letter Writers
Data not provided by program
Medical School Graduation Timeline
No cap on the number of years.
Gap Experience Requirement
Data not provided by program
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
PGY-1 Position Type(s) Offered:
PGY-2 Positions Not Offered
Key Dates & Timelines
2026 - 2027
Program Starts Reviewing Applications
Application service release date
Interview Offer Dates
Specialty Universal Dates
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Data not provided by program
Evaluations
Medical Insurance Coverage
- Major medical for dependents
- Major medical for domestic partners
- Major medical for residents
- Group life insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
Salary Compensation
Year 1 through Year 3
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 15 Vacation Days and 12 Sick Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
For more information, view the program's leave policy on their website.