Under the supervision of licensed health care professionals, UAMS students provide health and wellness services, including disease and medication management, basic dental screenings, health screenings, education, and immunizations for the community.
Vision
To improve the health and wellness of the 12th Street neighborhood and surrounding communities
Mission
To improve access to healthcare through student-led interprofessional health and wellness services
Goals
The UAMS 12th Street Health and Wellness Center will provide patient- and family-centered services to:
- Prevent and improve chronic health conditions
- Provide health- and disease-related education
- Promote health literacy
- Foster interprofessional education in a community setting
- Facilitate collaborative practice skills among future healthcare practitioners
- Promote respect for cultural differences