Family Medical Center in Helena
Hospital • Helena, AR
Clinic Type
Hospital
Address
1393 Highway 242 South Helena, AR 72342
Phone
870-572-6507
advancement@uams.edu
Opening Hours
Sunday Closed; Monday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. (or 4:30 p.m. depending on section); Tuesday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Wednesday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Thursday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Saturday Closed
Telehealth
Available (virtual visits and phone visits; schedule via 870-572-6507)
Emergency Care
If this is an emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room
Services Offered
Insurance & Payment
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co-pays and deductibles due at check-in, telemedicine payments via MyChart/portal, billing information available online
Languages Spoken
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FAQs
What services does UAMS Health Family Medical Center in Helena provide?
Treats acute and chronic conditions for all ages, including asthma, diabetes, hypertension, arthritis; offers minor surgical procedures on-site, adult and pediatric immunizations; uses local diagnostic lab and support services.
Awards & Accreditations
Social Media
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Healthgrades (Dr. Heather McRee): 3.7 out of 5 stars (15 reviews)
- Facebook (Sage Medical Clinic): 66% recommend (9 reviews)
Patients praise
- Patients feel heard and listened to by providers
- Professional, friendly, and helpful staff members
- Thorough and patient-centered care by physicians
- Good communication and explanation of conditions and treatments
Common complaints
- Reports of staff being perceived as short or rude on the phone
- Concerns regarding administrative follow-through, such as missed referrals or incorrect tests
- Occasional patient reports of feeling rushed or dismissed during appointments
"From the very beginning I felt heard. Every conversation with Meghan is oriented towards growth and she listens to my concerns."
— Patient testimonial for Sage Medical Clinic"I like her the first two visits...then she just seemed to brush me off, acted like my visit was an annoyance, short with me..."
— Patient review for Dr. Heather McRee on HealthgradesSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- UAMS Boosts Developmental Screenings, Referrals at 5 Clinics with HealthySteps Program | UAMS News — Jun 23, 2026
- Helena's PureView Health names pharmacy lead as new CEO — Sep 3, 2025
- Great Falls Clinic Opens New Orthopedic Practice in Helena, Montana: Great Falls Clinic Capital City Specialty Center | Great Falls Clinic — Jun 14, 2026
- Cardiologist Jobs Helena MT - Benefis Health System - News Usa Today — Oct 2, 2025
- Rapid care center coming to St. Helena in 2027 | News | napavalleyregister.com — Jul 1, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 10, 2026.
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Summary: East Arkansas Family Health Center (EAFHC) is a nonprofit primary and preventive care provider headquartered in West Memphis, Arkansas, with multiple locations in Arkansas. While their main HQ is in West Memphis, their network includes sites in Helena and Blytheville. Services span medical, dental, pharmaceutical, ophthalmology, laboratory, radiology, transportation, preventive screenings, diabetes and cardiovascular wellness, nutrition, HIV/AIDS care, and behavioral health assessments. EAFHC employs about 43 staff and generates annual revenue in the $5–$25 million range, with a history dating back to 1974. For Helena, AR, there are EAFHC-related health centers within the broader East Arkansas Family Health Center system. If you’re seeking care specifically in Helena, consider checking their local listings or LinkedIn posts for Helena-based openings and locations.
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