University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program
About This Program
UAMS has an internationally known osteoporosis program. There are dedicated clinics for teaching thyroid ultrasound and biopsy techniques, obesity management and insulin pump/continuous glucose monitor management. Elective clinical rotations in infertility, transgender, ophthalmology, radiology and diabetes/pregnancy are available. Fellows engage in research and have opportunities to develop their teaching skills and network.
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Spyridoula Maraka, MD, MS
Univ of Arkansas for Med Sciences
Primary Program Contact
Kristina Buzuloiu, MD
Univ of Arkansas for Med Sciences
Locations
Univ of Arkansas for Med Sciences
Slot 587
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
4301 W Markham St
Little Rock, AR 72205-7199
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- Main Match of the National Resident Matching Program (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
- Letter(s) from someone within the specialty (e.g., faculty, attending)
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: Research or other medical education pursuits (clinical experience not required)
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
Jul 23, 2025
Interview Period Starts
Aug 25, 2025 - Oct 31, 2025
2027 - 2028
Application Due
Jul 31, 2026
Interview Period Starts
Aug 17, 2026 - Oct 30, 2026
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
- Dental insurance
- Major medical for residents
- Outpatient mental health
- Inpatient mental health
- Group life insurance
- Disability insurance for HIV
Salary Compensation
PGY-4 through PGY-5
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.