Ronald Robertson, M.D., FACS
Interim Dean, College of Medicine
Dr. Robertson is a professor and chair of the Department of Surgery and began serving at UAMS in this capacity on May 1, 2026.
Contact Dr. Robertson: robertsonronaldd@uams.edu
Full BioJames Graham, M.D.
Executive Associate Dean for Academic Affairs
Dr. Graham brings extensive experience in medical education leadership to his role as executive associate dean for academic affairs in the College of Medicine, where he is also a professor of pediatrics and has served for more than 30 years.
Contact Dr. Graham: 501-686-8499 | GrahamJames@uams.edu
Full BioMolly M. Gathright, M.D.
Executive Associate Dean for Graduate Medical Education
Dr. Gathright is an award-winning educator who has been active in graduate medical education since joining the faculty in 2008. She has led the college’s GME programs since 2019.
Contact Dr. Gathright: 501-686-8158 | GathrightMollyM@uams.edu
Full BioAlan Tackett, Ph.D.
Executive Associate Dean for Basic Science Research
Dr. Tackett supports faculty scientists in their mission to develop biomedical knowledge that leads to improved health care and better health. He has served as executive associate dean for basic science research since August 2024.
Contact Dr. Tackett: 501-686-8152 |AJTackett@uams.edu
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