UAMS Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging

On this episode of The Wei to Wellness, Dr. Wei discusses heart problems and warning signs. Knowing these signs could help save a life.

Be sure to watch weekly, as host Nichole Niemann sits down with Dr. Wei to discuss timely health topics.

Dr. Jeanne Wei is a triple-board certified M.D. and Ph.D. She is the Executive Director of the UAMS Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging and the Chair of the Reynolds Department of Geriatrics.

Heart problems don't always come with a warning Senator lindsay graham seemed perfectly fine. then, suddenly, chest pain changed everything. uams cardiologist dr jeanne wei is talking about the warning signs of a heart emergency and why knowing them could save a life.

We are happy to welcome the incoming 2026-2027 class of UAMS Geriatrics Fellows! A fellowship is intensive training in a specialty field.

From R-L, sitting: Tariq Alamin, Chuka Ikediashi, Supriya Peshin, and Jaya Vanjani.

Standing: Dr. Julie Windholz, Assistant Program Director, Geriatrics Fellowship Program; Dr. Priya Mendiratta, Vice Chair of Education and Geriatrics Fellowship Program Director; Dr. Jeanne Wei, Executive Director Reynolds Institute on Aging; and Joni Pharis, GME Program Coordinator.

On this episode of The Wei to Wellness, Dr. Wei discusses managing the Cyclospora outbreak.

Be sure to watch weekly, as host Nichole Niemann sits down with Dr. Wei to discuss timely health topics.

Dr. Jeanne Wei is a triple-board certified M.D. and Ph.D. She is the Executive Director of the UAMS Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging and the Chair of the Reynolds Department of Geriatrics.

Addressing cyclospora UAMS cardiologist dr jeanne wei talks about ways to manage the cyclospora outbreak.

Join us for the 30th Annual Geriatrics Updates Conference. This year's theme is Living in Health and Harmony. The conference will be held on October 1st through 3rd, 2026, at the UAMS Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging building.

For more information, or to register, please visit our website:

https://aging.uams.edu/2026-geriatrics-updates/

🎉NEW Online Dementia Friends Program🎉
🌟The Dementia Friend program is part of a national effort to help you understand dementia, reduce stigma, and make communities more supportive and welcoming for those living with dementia, along with their families and care partners. DFA is a broad network of communities and individuals working together to help people with dementia live, engage, and thrive where they live.
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Become a Dementia Friend | UAMS Arkansas Geriatric Education Collaborative Learn more about the Become a Dementia Friend program in Arkansas.

On this episode of The Wei to Wellness, Dr. Wei talks about the physical aspects of a panic attack.

Be sure to watch weekly, as host Nichole Niemann sits down with Dr. Wei to discuss timely health topics.

Dr. Jeanne Wei is a triple-board certified M.D. and Ph.D. She is the Executive Director of the UAMS Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging and the Chair of the Reynolds Department of Geriatrics.

Breaking down the physical anatomy of a panic attack Joining us to break down the physical reality, the triggers, and the immediate tools to stop a panic attack in its tracks is uams cardiologist, dr. jeanne wei

Dr. Elizabeth Eoff is now providing memory services at the Memory Clinic, Springdale Family Medicine Clinic, on the second Thursday of every month. For appointments, call 501-686-6219.

https://uamshealth.com/location/fmc-springdale/memory-clinic/

Did you know that there are eight Centers on Aging across Arkansas? Each one has various classes to help with fall reduction, agility, and strength. Please see schedule below. Please use this link to find the COA nearest you: https://aging.uams.edu/centers-on-aging/about-us/

Here are some of the upcoming classes.

El Dorado - July 22nd: Ageless Grace @ 9:30 AM; Drums Alive @ 2:00 PM

Pine Bluff - July 21st: Mediterranean Cooking @ 10:30 AM

Springdale (Schmieding Center) - July 21st: Cognitive Physical Fitness @ 9:00 AM (via Zoom)

On this episode of The Wei to Wellness, Dr. Wei discusses the use of low dose anxiety medication to help ward off hot flashes.

Be sure to watch weekly, as host Nichole Niemann sits down with Dr. Wei to discuss timely health topics.

Dr. Jeanne Wei is a triple-board certified M.D. and Ph.D. She is the Executive Director of the UAMS Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging and the Chair of the Reynolds Department of Geriatrics.

Hot flashes are a hot topic UAMS cardiologist dr jeanne wei discusses low dose anxiety medicine to help ward off hot flashes.

On this episode of "The Wei to Wellness," Dr. Wei breaks down the benefits of red light therapy and if it works.

Be sure to watch weekly, as host Nichole Niemann sits down with Dr. Wei to discuss timely health topics.

Dr. Jeanne Wei is a triple-board certified M.D. and Ph.D. She is the Executive Director of the UAMS Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging and the Chair of the Reynolds Department of Geriatrics.

Is red light therapy a green light UAMS cardiologist Dr. Jeanne Wei talks about red light therapy and it it can help with an aging neck as well as weight loss, and if so, how strong should the light be.