"After studying at both the University of Arkansas and UAMS, Samantha Shepherd worked in the practice of Internal Medicine, Cardiology and Gerontology. In 2000, she received her Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) and is a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP). She is Board Certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Samantha, also known as Sam, loves sharing her knowledge with her patients and developing personal relationships as they work together to improve their health. Outside of work Sam loves spending time with family and friends, working out and maintaining a healthy lifestyle."