by David Wise
Since it began using the HealthySteps program in 2024, the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has seen significant increases in developmental screenings, social and emotional screenings, pediatric referrals, and early intervention referrals at five of its clinics in the state.
“HealthySteps has continued to be a success at our clinic,” said Ashley Tally, an ECD expert at the UAMS Health Family Medical Center in Helena-West Helena. “We’re seeing the positive outcomes of the referrals that are happening. Children are getting the early intervention services they need.”