Class of 2027, Third Year Residents
My name is Max Bacot. I have grown up in Jonesboro. I graduated high school Jonesboro High School in 2014 then attended Arkansas State where I obtained my bachelor’s degree in Biology. After completing my undergraduate degree, I attended NYIT College of Medicine at Arkansas State. While in medical school, I had several experiences with family medicine physicians that taught me what it means to be a servant leader. I have been married to my best friend, Nikki, since May of 2018. We have one dog, our son-shine, Conley (named after former Memphis Grizzlies player, Mike Conley). I am an avid Arkansas Razorbacks, Memphis Grizzlies and Denver Broncos fan. Outside of medicine, I enjoy spending time with friends and family, eating, watching sports and listening to podcasts. I love this community and look forward to serving the people of Northeast Arkansas.
I was born and raised a small rural community called Corning, which is nestled in the northeast region of Arkansas. This would be where I would eventually meet the love of my life and now wife. Williams Baptist University is where I earned my Bachelor of Science in biology. After obtaining my bachelor’s degree, I took some time away from education and worked as a paramedic for AMMC ambulance service while putting my wife through graduate school for her master's degree. After my wife completed her masters, our family was blessed with the opportunity for me to attend NYITCOM in Jonesboro for my medical degree. It has been my life’s goal to become a doctor and help the communities of northeastern Arkansas. At a young age I watched my father serve our small-town community by being a volunteer firefighter and first responder which instilled in me the importance of public service in various forms. I have since strived to better the communities of northeast Arkansas to the best of my ability through medicine. In my spare time I love to hunt, fish, and collect comics. I also love to cook and spend time with my family.
The place I am proud to call my is Lexington, TN. I have an extensive background as a Family Nurse Practitioner which fostered my interest and passion for family medicine. I obtained my medical degree from Oceania University of Medicine and enjoyed clinical rotations in south Texas. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with family, cooking, and outdoor activities. I am most passionate about rural family medicine and am looking forward to being a part of the UAMS Northeast team and being a part of the Jonesboro community.
I was born in Düsseldorf Germany, and moved with my family to the US when I was 5. From then I was raised in Plano, Texas just outside Dallas. I studied Biology and Public Health at the University of Miami before returning to Texas for medical school. My fiancé and I graduated together from the University of North Texas Health Science Center and are excited to begin our residencies here in Jonesboro! When I’m not in the hospital you can find me out on the pickle ball courts or home cuddling with my kitties Cheesecake and Shamu!
I grew up in Prairie Grove, AR. I did my undergrad at Arkansas Tech University, where I met my wonderful wife. I went to medical school at UAMS Northwest in Fayetteville before heading to Jonesboro. Outside of medicine I enjoy spending time with my wife and one year old daughter. I enjoy hiking and kayaking, and I love music.
Hi everyone! My name is Damian Sidorski I was born in Poland but raised in Queens New York. I received my B.A in Psychology from City University of New York, Queens College, and always had a passion for medicine, which led me to the path to complete my clinical studies in Baltimore, MD, with Trinity School of Medicine. I was fortunate to conduct research at the Sinai Center for Thrombosis Research, focusing on precision medicine modalities to reduce disparities in adverse cardiovascular disease outcomes in female and African American populations. My passion for preventative medicine and working with underserved populations throughout medical school made Family Medicine a natural choice for me. To see patients at all life stages, cultivate deep, enriching relationships with them, and manage complex comorbidities are rewarding aspects of this field that I relish. My interests include health advocacy, sports medicine, and integrative health. Outside of medicine, you’ll find me reading, playing (or watching) soccer, trying different cuisines, and traveling.
Class of 2028, Second Year Residents
I am a lifelong resident of Jonesboro, Arkansas. I attended Arkansas State University, where I received Spanish and Chemistry degrees, and then attended New York Institute of Technology. My academic interests include lifestyle and preventative medicine, OMM, and LGBT healthcare. In my fleeting spare time, I like to cook for my friends, knit, and play video games.
I’m from Smackover, a very small town in southern Arkansas. Growing up in a rural community sparked my passion for providing care in areas where access to healthcare is often limited. I graduated from the University of Louisiana Monroe with a BS in Toxicology and went on to complete my medical degree at UAMS in Little Rock. I’m excited to continue my training here in Jonesboro, where I know I’ll receive the knowledge and support needed to one day serve a rural community like the one that raised me. Outside of medicine, I enjoy spending time outdoors, playing board games with friends and family, reading, and attending concerts.
I was raised in Myrtle Missouri, about an hour north of Jonesboro. I attended University of Missouri in Kansas City for both undergraduate and medical school studies. I have a passion for rural medicine and am very grateful to be able to do my residency in northeast Arkansas. When not at work I love to spend time with my family, spend time outdoors, play pickleball and cheer on the Kansas City chiefs!
I grew up in a small town called Magnet Cove, AR. I attended Ouachita Baptist University for undergraduate where I majored in Biomedical Sciences. I then attended medical school at UAMS. I chose to do family medicine so that I could serve those in rural areas and be able to improve patient’s health through preventative medicine. Outside of medicine, I enjoy hunting, fishing, and keeping up with Razorback sports. After finishing residency, I hope to stay in Arkansas to practice.
Hello! My name is Kelsey Vinson. I was born and raised here in Jonesboro, AR. I graduated for Nettleton High School. I completed my undergraduate courses at ASTATE,. I then attended NYITCOM at Jonesboro, AR for medical school. I enjoy traveling to any beach, camping, fishing, and hanging out with my dog, Blade. I am so excited to be a part of the UAMS family and continue to learn and grow in the community that I have always called home.