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December 2, 2011
Justin Hayes, M. D. '02
Serves as Chief of Family Medicine for Choctaw Nation Health Service based in Talihina, OK. Maintains busy full-spectrum family medicine practice and provides emergency department coverage. Also owns and operates Bonanza Family Clinic in rural Sebastian County, AR, in conjunction with a nurse practitioner. Holds rank of Major and serves as flight surgeon and Chief of Aerospace Medicine for 188th Fighter Wing in Fort Smith. Previously served with 39th Infantry. Has deployed to both Iraq and Afghanistan in support of combat operations. Also serves as medical director for Sebastian County Sheriff's Department and is a certified law enforcement officer. Lives in Bonanza with his wife and two young daughters.
Bernard Yesner, M.D. '40 I always enjoy getting the news from the College of Medicine & learning it has progressed over the years. Since I am the only survivor of the class of '40, I want you to know that I had my 96th birthday on Nov. 10th. Give my best to all with Season's Greetings! I also want to wish you a Happy & Healthy Christmas with continued health for the New Year!
October 31, 2011
LaWanna M. Starks, M.D, '95 I finally hung out that shingle and I am currently practicing in Charlotte NC. My sons ages, 31 and 26 have grown into wonderful men, one a practicing attorney and the other a musician and office manager in my practice. I am so grateful for the time spent with my fellow classmates of the class of 1995. My road was a bit rocky after having to transfer to the University of Minnesota, and I missed my friends very much. My three years at UAMS gave me the foundation I needed to become a successful and happy Pediatrician despite the obstacles.
December 2009
William M. "Mitch" Heroman, M.D., '75 After retiring from the Navy Medical Corps, Dr. Heroman joined TriWest Healthcare Alliance as Vice President, Health Plan Design and Management. TriWest is the healthcare support contractor for over 2 million military beneficiaries in the western United States. Dr. Heroman's division is made up of consultants that focus on the optimization of healthcare delivery in the Military clinics and hospitals. He and his wife, Dr. Karen Heroman live in San Diego, CA
November 2009
Weldon S. Abbott, M.D., '47 After internship at St. Louis City Hospital, St. Louis, MO, went to Saudi Arabia for three years, returned to Ark. University Hospital for Residency in Internal Medicine, then called to Army service for three years as Assistant Chief, Medical Service, 144 General Hospital, Orleans, France. Returned to two year fellowship in hematology, oncology with Wintrobe and Cartwright, University of Utah Hospital followed by 35 year practice of Internal Medicine in Salt Lake City, Utah. Served as President of Medical Staff, Holy Cross Hospital, President Utah Society Internal Medicine. Retired 1994. Live most of the time in Bahia Kino, Mexico on the Sea of Cortez.
Dan B. Stephens, M.D., '63
After many years of delivering babies I am still doing full time GYN. Also commitunity activities as Chairman of Cobb County Board of Health and Cobb County Community Service Board(mental Health) These keep me busy along with new found golf after I gave up OB.
Bernard Yesner, M.D., '40
Annette & I will be married 60 years on Feb. 15, 2010. We have 2 children, Judith Saka with 18 grandchildren & 23 great grandchildren. Alan is a Board Certified Internist & has his practice in Ft. Lauderdale I have been retired for the past 20 + years after precticing medicine for 40 years.I was a Captain in the military & served in the Pacific Theatre in World War 11.
October 2009
September 2009
Charles R. Beeson, MD, FACP '44D Retired in Carlsbad, New Mexico and involved in community and state political and church affairs and church activities. 6 children, 18 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.
Christopher S. Cargile, M.D. '94 Currently the Regional Chair for the Texas A&M Health Science Center, College of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry
Richard Clark, M.D. '58 I continue to enjoy lecturing in the anes department.
Robert B. Clarke, M.D. '39 Retired in Carlsbad, New Mexico and involved in community and state political and church affairs and church activities. 6 children, 18 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.
N. Kathryn Moreland, M.D. '79 My mother died at 53. After practicing Primary care Internal Medicine for 20 years, when I turned 50 I realized I had to make a change. For past 5 years have been working in urgent care clinic, three 12 hour days per week, no call. I live in Portland, OR, where I now garden, take drawing lessions, go hiking, biking, play tennis, and spend time with my sister and friends. In 2005, I was single, had ended an long relationship, actually had some free time, so signed up with E harmony. Darby was my first match - it took me 2 weeks to respond, my stomach was queasy it had been so long since I had dated. I had never really known anyone named Darby. He was one of 18 with whom I was matched (having been very particular and specific). I was one of 134 with whoom Darby was matched with (how to explain that ?!@#$%). To add to the challenge, being a luddite, I didn't know how to download a photo so was one of the few "unknowns" in the crowd. Anyway, we emailed for 6 weeks, then met for coffee and the rest, as they say, is history. We were married September, 2007. I now have two lovely step-daughters, Helen, 14, and Lydia, 11, adopted from China, who enrich and enliven our lives.
I also have my wonderful Erica and Kyle, stepchildren from a previous marriage, who are now accoomplished young adults and are still very much a part of my life. Erica, her husband Neil, and two children, Elias and Owen, and Kyle attended Darby's and my wedding.
My father, JL Moreland, is still a gentle, loving soul but is gradually progressing with Alzheimer's. He is still able to live at home with his wife, Marie, who has been a blessing for all of us. Life continues to be a work in progress.
D. W. "Chip" Pettigrew, III, M.D. ’79 Have done mission trips since retiring early with TBI and sequellae. Honorary positions with specialty society and business (www.pettigrewmedical.com). Active in church. Norma active in several ministries and in the arts. Last of 3 sons getting married this year (2009). Enjoy frequent visits by family and friends.
Deborah S. Quade, M.D. '94 Hey, ya'll! Solo practice in Benton for the last several years...PhD in grandmotherhood, assistant scoutmaster and scout doc for troop 99 in Benton with oldest grandson getting Eagle this year!! Middle grandchild all about band and social interaction...youngest loves the stage! God has been good, have travelled extensively including several mission trips (going on my third to Romania this year)...great keeping up with some of you on FACEBOOK! What a concept...even old women can operate it!!! Looking forward to seeing all of you!
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