University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine Program
About This Program
We are the only level 1 pediatric trauma center in the state. Fellows are given the opportunity to treat a wide variety of patients with various illnesses, diseases and disorders within the state, as well as surrounding areas.
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Nicholas Wayne Hobart-Porter, DO
Arkansas Children's Hosp
Primary Program Contact
Stephanie A Veach, BA
Arkansas Children's Hosp
Locations
Arkansas Children's Hosp
Pediatrics Emergency Med Slot 512-16
1 Children's Way
Little Rock, AR 72202
4301 W Markham St
Little Rock, AR 72205-7249
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
- Specialty-specific standardized letter(s) of evaluation
- 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 1 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
Aug 8, 2025
Interview Period Starts
Sep 3, 2025 - Oct 1, 2025
2027 - 2028
Application Due
Jul 31, 2025
Interview Period Starts
Aug 6, 2025 - Sep 24, 2025
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Evaluations
Medical Insurance Coverage
- Major medical for residents
- Outpatient mental health
- Inpatient mental health
- Group life insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
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Salary Compensation
PGY-4 through PGY-7
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.