UAMS Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging

04/20/2026

Dr. Wei continues the discussion about seniors and depression.

Be sure to watch weekly, as host Nichole Niemann sits down with Dr. Wei to discuss timely health topics.

Dr. Jeanne Wei is a triple-board certified M.D. and Ph.D. She is the Executive Director of the UAMS Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging and the Chair of the Reynolds Department of Geriatrics.

UAMS cardiologist Dr. Jeanne Wei continues the conversation about depression among seniors and the unique challenges that can come with aging, from changes in health to shifts in social connection. She also gets to the heart of the matter by sharing eight essential questions everyone should be askin...

04/16/2026

Congratulations to our three Geriatrics Fellows, Dr. Benjamin Frazier, Dr. Khadija Khan, and Dr. Namrata Dogra! They recently received the highly competitive American Medical Director's Association (AMDA) Futures Program Travel Award. The process is intensive and requires completion of a detailed questionnaire and a written reflection on their experiences and commitment to long-term care. The three were able to attend the annual AMDA conference in March, with Dr. Priya Mendiratta (also pictured) the Program Director for the UAMS Geriatrics Fellowship.

04/08/2026

Save the dates! We are hosting a 2-part free interactive workshop on cognitive changes and dementia!

03/31/2026

Reminder: Caregiver Support Group meets tomorrow!

03/24/2026

This is a late posting, but we wanted to share that Dr. Jeanne Wei, Executive Director of the UAMS Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging, received a Distinguished Alumni Award from the University of Illinois College of Medicine.

This award recognizes those alumni whose professional achievements and cumulative contributions have brought personal distinction, enhanced the general health and well-being of the public through professional practice, research or public policy, and brought honor to their alma mater (source: chicago.medicine.uic.edu).

Kudos to Dr. Wei!

03/23/2026

Good things are happening at the UAMS Arkansas Geriatric Education Collaborative! If you are in law enforcement, sign up for your free class now!

Free wellness and educational programs for seniors, caregivers, and geriatric health professionals throughout the state of Arkansas.

03/18/2026

This week on The Wei to Wellness, Dr. Wei discusses depression and its warning signs in seniors.

Be sure to watch weekly, as host Nichole Niemann sits down with Dr. Wei to discuss timely health topics.

Dr. Jeanne Wei is a triple-board certified M.D. and Ph.D. She is the Executive Director of the UAMS Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging and the Chair of the Reynolds Department of Geriatrics.

UAMS cardiologist Dr. Jeanne Wei addresses depression in seniors and the importance of recognizing its signs. While aging gracefully and peacefully is the goal, many seniors experience depression due to loneliness, coping with physical changes, or trouble sleeping. She explains how various factors c...

03/16/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Priya Mendiratta for being named as the 2026 Choosing Wisely Champion by American Geriatrics Society.

Dr. Priya Mendiratta Named 2026 Choosing Wisely Champion by American Geriatrics society.

The American Geriatrics Society (AGS) has named Priya Mendiratta as a 2026 Choosing Wisely Champion, recognizing her leadership and significant contributions to improving the care of older adults.

Dr. Mendiratta is a Professor in the Department of Geriatrics at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) and serves as the Program Director of the Geriatric Medicine Fellowship and Vice Chair of Education. She also serves as the Medical Director at Presbyterian Village.

The Choosing Wisely Champion program, established by the ABIM Foundation, recognizes clinicians and healthcare teams who advance the Choosing Wisely campaign by promoting evidence-based medical decision-making and reducing unnecessary tests and treatments.

Dr. Mendiratta was selected for her leadership in geriatrics and her commitment to high-value, patient-centered care. Through her clinical work, fellowship leadership, and quality improvement initiatives, she has helped advance best practices aligned with Choosing Wisely recommendations and improve healthcare outcomes for older adults.

The award will be formally recognized during the 2026 AGS Annual Meeting Awards Ceremony, which will be featured as part of the AGS Annual Scientific Meeting.

As a Choosing Wisely Champion, Dr. Mendiratta will also be featured in select communications from AGS and Choosing Wisely and will participate in a Meet the Expert Q&A on MyAGSOnline.

The American Geriatrics Society congratulates Dr. Mendiratta on this well-deserved recognition and applauds her continued dedication to advancing geriatric care, education, and innovation in the healthcare of older adults.

03/06/2026

🎉 Fellows Appreciation Day!

Last Friday we celebrated our amazing geriatrics fellows Dr. Namrata Dogra, Dr. Khadija Khan, and Dr. Benjamin Frazier.

Their dedication, compassion, and hard work make a tremendous difference in the lives of the older adults we serve every day. We are so proud to have them as part of our team and truly appreciate everything they do!

👏 Thank you for your commitment to excellence in geriatric care.

02/24/2026

Check out the awesome programming from Schmieding Center for Senior Health and Education!! The team in NWA is among some of the most caring folks in the state! Give them a visit.

02/18/2026

Save the Date!! April 4, 2026, please join us for the 2026 Pain Management Symposium. Dr. Regina Gibson from the Institute on Aging will participate in a discussion regarding safe medication alternatives for opioids.

02/17/2026

On this episode of The Wei to Wellness, Dr. Wei discusses protein shakes, supplements, and snack bars versus what the body actually needs.

Be sure to watch weekly, as host Nichole Niemann sits down with Dr. Wei to discuss timely health topics.

Dr. Jeanne Wei is a triple-board certified M.D. and Ph.D. She is the Executive Director of the UAMS Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging and the Chair of the Reynolds Department of Geriatrics.

UAMS cardiologist Dr. Jeanne Wei discusses protein shakes, supplements, and snack bars as people focus on being healthier in the new year. She breaks down what the body actually needs and offers guidance on the smart way to approach nutrition and supplementation for optimal health.