Analiz Rodriguez, M.D., Ph.D. Neurosurgeon
Primary Appointment Location
Neurosurgery Clinic
501 Jack Stephens Drive
UAMS Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Number
- 501-686-5270
New and Returning Patients
Overview
- Areas of Expertise
- Cancer Care
- Neurosurgery
- Brain and Spine Cancer Care
- Neurofibromatosis
- Accepting New Patients
- Yes (Referral Required)
- Patient Type
- Adults
- Language
- English

About Dr. Rodriguez
Clinical Biography
Dr. Rodriguez obtained her Bachelor of Arts in chemistry from New College of Florida, the honors college of the state university system of Florida. She then matriculated in the NIH-sponsored Medical Scientist Training Program at Case Western Reserve University at 19 years of age. She completed the M.D./Ph.D. program in six years.
Dr. Rodriguez did her neurosurgery residency training at Wake Forest University Medical Center and was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society. During her residency, she was awarded an American Association of Neurological Surgeons Neurosurgery Research Education Foundation (AANS/NREF) research fellowship for her work in glioblastoma. She also was selected for a socio-economic fellowship from the Council of State Neurological Surgeons, a Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS) Leadership Fellow, and as a member at large of the Women in Neurosurgery (WINS) executive committee. Dr. Rodriguez completed her neurosurgical oncology fellowship at City of Hope National Medical Center, which specializes in immunotherapy trails. She is currently on the AANS/CNS Tumor Section and WINS executive committee and serves as the secretary of the Communication and Education Committee of the CSNS.
Dr. Rodriguez is board-certified through the American Board of Neurological Surgeons (ABNS).Ā She is the Director of Neurosurgical Oncology at UAMS and strives to bring novel therapies and trials to the state of Arkansas.Ā She has an independent brain tumor research laboratory in the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute.
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Dr. Rodriguez's Academic Background
Faculty Appointments
- Department of Neurosurgery
- Associate Professor
Education and Training
- Fellowship
- City of Hope National Medical Center
- Residency
- Wake Forest University
- Medical School
- Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Conditions Diagnosed or Treated by Dr. Rodriguez
UAMS Health providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.
Medical Treatments and Procedures Performed or Prescribed by Dr. Rodriguez
UAMS Health providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.
Dr. Rodriguez's Areas of Expertise

Cancer Care
The UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute is Arkansasā most comprehensive cancer treatment and research facility.

Neurosurgery
Our neurosurgeons perform research, multiple clinical trials and are the leaders for simple and complex surgeries not available at other centers in Arkansas.

Brain and Spine Cancer Care (Part of Cancer Care)
The Neurosurgical oncology team tackles brain and spinal tumors with a true team approach.

Neurofibromatosis (Part of Cancer Care)
Neurofibromatosis is a genetic disorder of the nervous system. It mainly affects how nerve cells form and grow.
Locations Where Dr. Rodriguez Practices

Neurosurgery Clinic , Primary Location
501 Jack Stephens Drive
UAMS Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Number
- 501-686-5270
New and Returning Patients
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Great and informative visit.
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Jul 23, 2024Comment
The questions about the nurses were not applicable to me. The nurse only escorted me to the room.
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Jun 25, 2024Comment
Very polite and helpful
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Jun 10, 2024Comment
Doctor Rodriguez is my favorite doctor ever she is kind, friendly ,and an exceptional surgeon. I am so thankful that she is my doctor.
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May 28, 2024Comment
Great
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May 28, 2024Comment
The entire experience was tough to go through but the people involved in my care turned it into a great blessing. Thanks to all of you who were involved in my care. It was a job well done
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Apr 23, 2024Comment
Dr. Rodriguez is amazing. She's very attentive. She pays attention to detail. She goes over the charts and stats and everything. She is simply amazing. She gets a 10 out of 10. She gets a 20 out of 10. And the staff is just as amazing. Never had a bad experience over there. Everything is great.
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Apr 16, 2024Comment
I think you have a very good hospital and would recommend to any one.
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Apr 02, 2024Comment
Well satisfied with everyone and the office staff
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Mar 22, 2024