Dr. James Patrick was the first Residency Program Director at AHEC-NW when
the program was established in 1975. Prior to that time he conducted a
private practice in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
Dr. Patrick grew up in Camden, Arkansas and attended Tulane for his medical
school training. He performed his internship in San Francisco. During his
career in Arkansas he served on the Arkansas Academy of Family Physicians
Board of Directors and also won the state's Jaycee's Service award in 1963.
He served as SAE Fraternity Chapter Advisor for several years as well.
He and his wife Lil had 5 children. He retired to Aspen, Colorado. Now
deceased, Dr. Patrick is fondly remembered for his productive professional
career and his commitment to Family Medicine education.
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, AHEC Northwest
2907 E Joyce St., Fayetteville, AR 72703
Director,
Robert R. Gullett, Jr., M.D.
Main Office: 1-800-825-7961
Fax: 1-479-521-8723