• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
Choose which site to search.
UAMS Health Logo UAMS Health
  • UAMS.edu
  • MyChart
  • Giving
  • Emergency Room
  • Types of Care
  • Locations
  • Doctors
  • Patients and Guests
  • Referring Physicians
  • Appointments
  • About Us
    • Awards and Recognition
    • Clinical Trials
  1. UAMS Health
  2. Providers
  3. Emily G. Kocurek, M.D.

Emily G. Kocurek, M.D. Pulmonologist

Primary Appointment Location

Pulmonary Clinic
4110 Outpatient Circle
Outpatient Center
Suite 2101
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-8000
New and Returning Patients
View Location

Overview

Accepting New Patients
Yes (Referral Required)
Patient Type
Adults
Language
English
4.9 out of 5
175 Patient Satisfaction Ratings
58 comments
Emily G. Kocurek, M.D.

Contents

  • Make an Appointment
  • About
  • Academic Background
  • Locations
  • Ratings & Reviews

Make an Appointment With Dr. Kocurek

Appointments for new patients are by referral only.

Existing patients can make an appointment by requesting an appointment online through UAMS Health MyChart or by contacting the clinic directly.

About Dr. Kocurek

Clinical Biography

Emily Kocurek, M.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine. She received her Bachelor of Arts in English and Chemistry, graduating summa cum laude from Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tenn., and her Doctor of Medicine from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Kocurek also completed internal medicine residency training at Southwestern, serving as Chief Resident in her final year. She received her fellowship training in pulmonary and critical medicine from Vanderbilt University.

Dr. Kocurek is board certified in Internal Medicine and pulmonary diseases by the American Board of Internal Medicine. She is a member of the American Thoracic Society.

Notable Publications:

  • Dysfunctional BMPR2 signaling drives an abnormal endothelial requirement for glutamine in pulmonary arterial hypertension.
  • Women’s Health and Lung Development and Disease.
  • Randomized Trial of Apneic Oxygenation during Endotracheal Intubation of the Critically Ill.

Dr. Kocurek's Academic Background

Faculty Appointments

Department of Internal Medicine
Associate Professor

Education and Training

Fellowship
Vanderbilt University
Residency
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Medical School
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Undergraduate Education
Vanderbilt University

Professional Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine — Internal Medicine
  • American Board of Internal Medicine — Pulmonary Disease

Locations Where Dr. Kocurek Practices

Exterior of Outpatient Center

Pulmonary Clinic , Primary Location

4110 Outpatient Circle
Outpatient Center
Suite 2101
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-8000
New and Returning Patients
View Location Get Directions

Patient Ratings & Reviews

Average Ratings

Likelihood of recommending this provider
4.9 out of 5
Provider discussed treatment options
4.9 out of 5
Provider explained things clearly
4.9 out of 5
Provider included you in decisions
4.9 out of 5
Provider showed concern
4.9 out of 5

Overall: 4.9 out of 5

(175 Ratings, 58 Comments)

Individual Reviews

5 out of 5

Comment

Dr K is very efficient and professional. She shows that she cares and is very concerned. I wish all my doctors was like her. UAMS have a Jewel when it comes to her.

Date

May 30, 2026
5 out of 5

Comment

My doctor, Emily Kocurek, is excellent. I could not ask for better.

Date

May 23, 2026
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr Emily is excellent and blessed to have caring for my husband

Date

May 19, 2026
5 out of 5

Comment

My Doctor and her staff was very caring and provided me with the care for my condition.

Date

May 19, 2026
4.8 out of 5

Comment

Both Dr. Kocurek and the resident were very concerned and helpful in diagnosing and making suggestions for care and improvements.

Date

May 15, 2026
5 out of 5

Comment

I did ask to have my mother seen by her.

Date

May 05, 2026
More Recent Reviews
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr K is very efficient and professional. She shows that she cares and is very concerned. I wish all my doctors was like her. UAMS have a Jewel when it comes to her.

Date

May 30, 2026
5 out of 5

Comment

My doctor, Emily Kocurek, is excellent. I could not ask for better.

Date

May 23, 2026
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr Emily is excellent and blessed to have caring for my husband

Date

May 19, 2026
5 out of 5

Comment

My Doctor and her staff was very caring and provided me with the care for my condition.

Date

May 19, 2026
4.8 out of 5

Comment

Both Dr. Kocurek and the resident were very concerned and helpful in diagnosing and making suggestions for care and improvements.

Date

May 15, 2026
5 out of 5

Comment

I did ask to have my mother seen by her.

Date

May 05, 2026
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr Kocurek is always very through toward my healthy. She displays concern and seeks answer and treatment that for my betterment.

Date

Apr 27, 2026
5 out of 5

Comment

One of the best experiences I've had with a doctor. She is very knowledgeable, caring, concerned, and genuinely wants to help and goes beyond what most physicians do to make sure their patient is well taken care of.

Date

Apr 26, 2026
5 out of 5

Comment

Best Doctor Ever

Date

Apr 24, 2026
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr Kocurek was very interested in my progress and wants to do the best possible for patients. But she is also very mindful of drug interactions on part of patient. She is very careful with difficult patients with serious problems n complications.

Date

Apr 10, 2026

Make an Appointment With Dr. Kocurek

Appointments for new patients are by referral only.

Existing patients can make an appointment by requesting an appointment online through UAMS Health MyChart or by contacting the clinic directly.

UAMS Health LogoUAMS HealthUniversity of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Mailing Address: 4301 West Markham Street, Little Rock, AR 72205
Phone: (501) 686-7000
  • Facebook
  • X
  • Instagram
  • YouTube
  • LinkedIn
  • Disclaimer
  • Terms of Use
  • Privacy Statement
  • Notice of Privacy Practices
  • Price Transparency
  • Legal Notices

© 2026 University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences