University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program
About This Program
The UAMS Internal Medicine Residency Program trains compassionate, skilled physicians through rigorous academic and clinical experiences. As Arkansass only academic medical center and VA referral hospital, we serve a diverse patient population with a wide range of pathologies. Our focus on collaboration, education, and mentorship, combined with strong fellowship matches and statewide impact, sets us apart in Internal Medicine training.
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Keyur Sanat Vyas, MD, NDE
Univ of Arkansas for Med Sciences
Primary Program Contact
Jennifer E Cushing
Univ of Arkansas for Med Sciences
Locations
Univ of Arkansas for Med Sciences
Slot 634
4301 W Markham St
Little Rock, AR 72205
4301 W Markham St
Little Rock, AR 72205-7249
4300 W 7th St
Little Rock, AR 72205-5484
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
Does not offer open house or second look
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
Oct 1, 2026 - Jan 31, 2027
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 residents
- Outpatient mental health
- Inpatient mental health
- Group life insurance
- Disability insurance
Salary Compensation
Year 1 through Year 3
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 21 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.