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Erika Santos Horta, M.D. Neurologist

Primary Appointment Location

Medical Oncology Clinic
449 Jack Stephens Drive
UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Numbers
501-296-1200
New Patients
501-686-8530
Returning Patients
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Overview

Areas of Expertise
Brain and Spine Cancer Care
Cancer Care
Neurology
Neurofibromatosis
Accepting New Patients
Yes
Provides Second Opinion
Yes
Patient Type
Adults
Language
English
4.7 out of 5
43 Patient Satisfaction Ratings
7 comments
Erika Santos Horta, M.D.

Contents

  • Make an Appointment
  • About
  • Academic Background
  • Conditions
  • Treatments & Procedures
  • Areas of Expertise
  • Locations
  • Ratings & Reviews

Make an Appointment With Dr. Santos Horta

New patients can make an appointment by contacting the clinic directly.

Existing patients also have the option of requesting an appointment online through UAMSĀ Health MyChart.

About Dr. Santos Horta

Clinical Biography

Erika Horta, M.D. is a Neuro-oncologist treating patients with brain and spine cancer.

Dr. Santos Horta's Academic Background

Academic Biography

Horta earned her medical degree at the University of Sao Paulo in Brazil, where she also served a residency in neurology and completed a clinical fellowship in neuro-immunology. She completed a fellowship in research at the Neuro-immunology Laboratory at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, and a clinical fellowship in neuro-oncology at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit. Horta also served a residency in neurology at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis.

Faculty Appointments

Department of Neurology
Assistant Professor

Education and Training

Fellowship
University of Sao Paulo
Fellowship
Mayo Clinic (Rochester, Minn.)
Fellowship
Henry Ford Hospital
Residency
University of Sao Paulo
Residency
University of Minnesota
Medical School
University of Sao Paulo

Conditions Diagnosed or Treated by Dr. Santos Horta

UAMS Health providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Brain and Spine Cancer
  • Brain Metastases
  • Brain Tumors
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Neurofibromatosis
  • Neurological Disorders
  • Neuromyelitis Optica
  • Spine Tumors
  • Tuberous Sclerosis Complex

Medical Treatments and Procedures Performed or Prescribed by Dr. Santos Horta

UAMS Health providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Chemotherapy
  • Hormone Therapy
  • Immunotherapy

Dr. Santos Horta's Areas of Expertise

Doctor holding brain scans

Brain and Spine Cancer Care (Part of Cancer Care)

The Neurosurgical oncology team tackles brain and spinal tumors with a true team approach.

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Image of male doctor giving intravenous drip chemotherapy treatment to a female cancer patient.

Cancer Care

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

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Portrait of a senior African American couple outdoors. The man is sitting in a wheelchair.

Neurology

UAMS Health provides expert care for adult patients with neurological disorders, including disorders of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, and muscles.

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Neurofibromatosis

Neurofibromatosis (Part of Cancer Care)

Neurofibromatosis is a genetic disorder of the nervous system. It mainly affects how nerve cells form and grow.

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Locations Where Dr. Santos Horta Practices

Medical Oncology Clinic

Medical Oncology Clinic , Primary Location

449 Jack Stephens Drive
UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Numbers
501-296-1200
New Patients
501-686-8530
Returning Patients
View Location Get Directions
Exterior of UAMS Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute building

Epilepsy Clinic

501 Jack Stephens Drive
UAMS Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-5838
New and Returning Patients
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Patient Ratings & Reviews

Average Ratings

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

Overall: 4.7 out of 5

(43 Ratings, 7 Comments)

Individual Reviews

5 out of 5

Comment

My doctor is moving out of state. Otherwise I would happily recommend her.

Date

May 31, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Love Dr. Horta

Date

May 24, 2025
2.8 out of 5

Comment

Dr. Horta is leaving UAMS and just glossed over this fact and didn't detail who would be taking over my care in her absence

Date

May 20, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr. Horta is very caring

Date

May 07, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

I have appreciated Dr. Horta, and I will miss her when she is gone.

Date

Mar 06, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Both physician and fellow physician brought in technology to help me understand everything being discussed. I am completely deaf in left ear and have a severe loss in my right ear.

Date

Feb 25, 2025
More Recent Reviews
5 out of 5

Comment

My doctor is moving out of state. Otherwise I would happily recommend her.

Date

May 31, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Love Dr. Horta

Date

May 24, 2025
2.8 out of 5

Comment

Dr. Horta is leaving UAMS and just glossed over this fact and didn't detail who would be taking over my care in her absence

Date

May 20, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr. Horta is very caring

Date

May 07, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

I have appreciated Dr. Horta, and I will miss her when she is gone.

Date

Mar 06, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Both physician and fellow physician brought in technology to help me understand everything being discussed. I am completely deaf in left ear and have a severe loss in my right ear.

Date

Feb 25, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

She has exhibited more interest and care than any of my other providers

Date

Jan 23, 2025

Make an Appointment With Dr. Santos Horta

New patients can make an appointment by contacting the clinic directly.

Existing patients also have the option of requesting an appointment online through UAMSĀ Health MyChart.

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