UAMS Opens Multiple Sclerosis Clinic in Fayetteville
The new facility provides specialized care for patients throughout the Northwest Arkansas region.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Stroke
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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences has opened a new multiple sclerosis clinic at 1125 N. College Ave in Fayetteville. The facility aims to expand access to specialized neurological treatment in Northwest Arkansas.
Why it matters
The clinic was established to address a regional need for dedicated multiple sclerosis care by utilizing existing medical infrastructure and staff. It brings specialized neurology services directly to the local community in Fayetteville.
The new clinic occupies 3,500 square feet and is staffed by two full-time nurses and one access coordinator. The project was supported by a $100,000 donation to the neurology department from the Rampy Multiple Sclerosis Research Foundation.
The players
Dr. Robert Lee Archer
He is the physician tasked with supervising operations at the newly opened UAMS Health MS Clinic.
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
This is an academic health science center that provides comprehensive medical education, research, and clinical services across Arkansas.
Rampy Multiple Sclerosis Research Foundation
This organization is dedicated to funding research and support services for those affected by multiple sclerosis.
The details
The clinic operates using existing space and providers previously available within the UAMS system, ensuring a streamlined launch. Dr. Robert Lee Archer serves as the supervising physician for the new Fayetteville site.
Timeline
October 2026: The clinic opened in Fayetteville.
The Big Picture
This opening marks an expansion of the service network maintained by the UAMS Department of Neurology. It reflects a strategic effort to decentralize specialized care, moving beyond primary hubs to establish permanent resources in growing regions like Fayetteville.
Patients in Northwest Arkansas now have access to a dedicated facility for multiple sclerosis management, reducing the need for long-distance travel to receive care. The clinic provides a centralized local point for coordinating treatment plans with full-time nursing support.
The takeaway
The addition of this clinic provides Northwest Arkansas residents with a dedicated environment for complex neurological condition management. Patients should contact the clinic directly to coordinate their care plans and discuss current service availability.
Further reading
For more information on regional neurological services, visit the Fayetteville Stroke section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Talk Business & Politics.
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