Arkansas Children's

🌟 Meet Arkansas Children’s Northwest pediatric sports medicine physician Dr. Jacob Smith. 🌟 Born and raised in northeast Arkansas, Dr. Smith grew up playing baseball and continues to make the sport a big part of his life. Outside of medicine, he enjoys traveling, spending time with family and supporting his charity that builds baseball infrastructure in Latin America. Dr. Smith chose sports medicine because he wanted to help young athletes get back to doing what they love. At Arkansas Children’s, he works with active kids and teens to treat injuries and pain, determine when it’s safe to return to play and help families understand when imaging, therapy or additional time is needed. Learn more about our sports medicine program at bit.ly/SportsMedicineAC #SportsMedicine #Orthopedics #SportsMed #ArkansasChildrens #ChildrensHealth #Arkansas #KidsHealth #ChildHealth #Pediatrics #Healthcare #Hospital #ChildrensHospital #ChampionsForChildren

🔔💙🎗️ A moment worth celebrating: After 867 days of cancer treatment, 10-year-old Manuel rang the bell at Arkansas Children’s Northwest, marking the end of his cancer treatment and the beginning of a new chapter. Manuel was diagnosed with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia on January 2, 2024, and started chemotherapy the very next day. His final IV chemotherapy treatment was May 19, 2026, followed by his last oral chemotherapy treatment on May 23. For 867 days, Manuel and his family faced the ups and downs of pediatric cancer together. Along the way, he also received care from general surgery, plastic surgery and wound care specialists. Through it all, his Arkansas Children’s team was there providing care, support and hope every step of the way. “Throughout everything that my son has had to endure, Arkansas Children’s has always been a safe haven for our family," said Yasmeen, Manuel’s mom. "I am beyond grateful for the support and care they have provided for my son. Thank you for giving my son a second chance at life." Congratulations, Manuel! We’re so proud of you!

🌟 Meet Arkansas Children's Northwest pediatric sports medicine physician Dr. Jake Martin. 🌟 As part of Arkansas Children’s sports medicine program, Dr. Martin cares for young athletes with acute musculoskeletal injuries, concussions and more. “Our job as physicians with patient care is to provide as much information both to the patients and the parents to make an informed decision for themselves.” Learn more about our sports medicine program at bit.ly/SportsMedicineAC #SportsMedicine #Orthopedics #SportsMed #ArkansasChildrens #ChildrensHealth #Arkansas #KidsHealth #ChildHealth #Pediatrics #Healthcare #Hospital #ChildrensHospital #ChampionsForChildren

Congratulations to Abby Nolder, M.D., on her appointment as chief of pediatric otolaryngology at Arkansas Children’s! A dedicated pediatric otolaryngologist at Arkansas Children's since 2012, Dr. Nolder has built a reputation for exceptional clinical care, education and leadership. In her new role, Dr. Nolder will help lead the continued growth and innovation of our pediatric ENT (ear, nose and throat) program while supporting our multidisciplinary team in providing expert, specialized care to children across Arkansas and the region. Please join us in congratulating Dr. Nolder on this well-deserved leadership role! #ENT #Chief #Otolaryngology #ArkansasChildrens #ChildrensHealth #Arkansas #ACH #LittleRock #KidsHealth #ChildHealth #Pediatrics #Healthcare #Hospital #ChildrensHospital #ChampionsForChildren

🪣🛠️📏 Bucket Days are here! Today through August 9, visit your local Ace Hardware to support Arkansas Children’s through Children's Miracle Network. Donate $5 and receive a 5-gallon bucket plus 20% off almost everything you can fit inside. Even better, your donation helps provide treatment, fund research and support quality care for kids across Arkansas, including kids like Arkansas Children’s patient and ambassador Levi. Stop by your local ACE and make a difference for kids in our community! 💙 #BucketDays #MiracleBucket #ArkansasChildrens #ChildrensHealth #Arkansas #ACH #LittleRock #ACNW #Springdale #NWA #KidsHealth #ChildHealth #Pediatrics #Healthcare #Hospital #ChildrensHospital #ChampionsForChildren

👷♂️🦺 Arkansas Children’s patient Liam Solis, 8, didn’t just want to hear about what was happening behind the walls of Arkansas Children’s Hospital (ACH). He wanted to see it for himself. Liam got an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour this week of the construction happening at ACH, where construction workers showed him everything from the giant saws they use to how a new walking ramp will help patients like him navigate the hospital more easily. Liam was diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy in September 2025 and receives care through ACH Neurology. His family makes a five-hour roundtrip from Barling every six months to see Aravindhan Veerapandiyan, M.D., affectionately known as “Dr. Panda,” an Arkansas Children’s pediatric neurologist and director of the Comprehensive Neuromuscular Program and the Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy Certified Duchenne Care Center. What’s being built inside ACH is more than new spaces and walkways. It’s a hospital designed with kids like Liam and their families in mind.

Soar with Purpose at Arkansas Children's! ✈️ For nearly five decades, Angel One has provided life-saving helicopter transport. Our legacy is built on a strong team, a steadfast mission and a commitment to safety. If you're an experienced helicopter pilot ready to make an impact, apply today: https://lnkd.in/eHCmuUx. #ArkansasChildrens #ChildrensHealth #Arkansas #Healthcare #Pediatrics #ChampionsForChildren #HelicopterPilot #AviationCareers #PilotJobs #Aviation

⛳✨ From the fairways to the ballroom floor, our community showed up big for kids in northwest Arkansas! Will Golf 4 Kids and Gala of Hope together raised more than $3.2 million to fuel the exciting expansion happening at Arkansas Children’s Northwest. Golfers teed off at Dogwood and Kingswood Golf Courses, while guests filled the Fayetteville Public Library for a night to remember. Together, these two events marked an incredible fundraising success, and a powerful investment in the future of pediatric care across northwest Arkansas and the region. This support will help expand access to expert pediatric care, improve health outcomes and elevate the patient experience for kids and families. Gala of Hope Chairs Dalilah and Ben Blakeman brought energy and heart to this year's gala, while Will Golf 4 Kids honorary chairs, Walmart's Brad Bedwell, Will McDonald, Brian Salmon and Katie Smith, helped rally the golfers. Thank you to our generous sponsors, led by founding sponsor Willard & Pat Walker Charitable Foundation, for helping make it all possible. 💙 #ArkansasChildrens #ChildrensHealth #Arkansas #ACNW #Springdale #NWA #KidsHealth #ChildHealth #Pediatrics #Healthcare #Hospital #ChildrensHospital #ChampionsForChildren

Puberty can feel a little less overwhelming when kids know what to expect. 🩷💙 That's why Arkansas Children's is partnering with UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences to offer Girlology and Guyology Puberty Sessions on Sunday, August 23, on the UAMS campus in Little Rock. Led by experienced physicians, these sessions help preteens and their parents learn about the physical, emotional and social changes of puberty in a safe, supportive environment. Space is limited, register today at https://lnkd.in/eWjHArhR #Girlology #Guyology #UAMS #Parenting #ArkansasChildrens #ChildrensHealth #Arkansas #ACH #LittleRock #KidsHealth #ChildHealth #Pediatrics #Healthcare #Hospital #ChildrensHospital #ChampionsForChildren

☀️💙 Our team members had an incredible time volunteering at Camp Aldersgate earlier this summer for Diabetes Camp, where kids living with type 1 diabetes spent the week making memories, building confidence and having fun alongside others who truly understand their journey. From zip-lining and swimming to fishing, archery and more, Diabetes Camp gives campers ages 7–14 the chance to enjoy all the fun of summer camp while learning valuable skills to help them manage their diabetes with confidence and independence. Thank you to our physicians, nurses, pharmacists, dietitians, psychologists, social workers and other dedicated team members who volunteer their time to make this life-changing experience possible for campers! 🏕️ #ArkansasChildrens #Type1Diabetes #T1D #Diabetes #ChildrensHealth #SummerCamp #ArkansasChildrens #ChildrensHealth #Arkansas #ACH #LittleRock #KidsHealth #ChildHealth #Pediatrics #Healthcare #Hospital #ChildrensHospital #ChampionsForChildren