James Y. Suen, M.D. Facial Plastic Surgery Otolaryngologist
Primary Appointment Location
Ear, Nose and Throat Clinic at the UAMS Medical Center
501 Jack Stephens Drive
UAMS Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Number
- 501-686-8000
New and Returning Patients
Overview
- Areas of Expertise
- Ear, Nose and Throat Care
- Cancer Care
- Head and Neck Cancer Care
- Accepting New Patients
- Yes
- Patient Type
- Adults
- Language
- English
About Dr. Suen
Clinical Biography
Dr. James Y. Suen is a professor in the Department of Otolaryngology — Head and Neck Surgery.
Dr. Suen received his medical degree from UAMS in 1966. He completed residencies in general surgery and otolaryngology at San Francisco General Hospital and UAMS. A captain in the United States Air Force, he completed a fellowship in ptolaryngic pathology at the Armed Forces’ Institute of Pathology in Washington, D.C., and was an advanced senior fellow in head and neck surgery at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. He is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Suen is a fellow in the American Academy of Otolaryngologists and the American Head and Neck Society, of which he is past president.
Dr. Suen has been awarded the Red Sash Award for Teaching on multiple occasions. In 1990, he was the recipient of the Distinguished Faculty Award given by the UAMS College of Medicine. In 1991, he was honored with the Distinguished Citizen Award awarded by KARK-TV and the Governor’s Office of Volunteerism.
In 1995 he was selected for the Distinguished Alumnus Award by M.D. Anderson Cancer Center. He served as one of President William Clinton’s personal physicians during his administration.
He was one of the co-founders of the Arkansas Cancer Research Center and was the executive director from 2002 to 2007.
In 2006 he was selected by the UAMS College of Medicine to deliver the annual Distinguished Faculty Lectureship.
His primary surgical interests include head and neck cancer, congenital vascular lesions of the head and neck and diseases of the larynx.
He is the author and editor of six medical textbooks, including “Cancer of the Head and Neck,” which is used worldwide by medical schools. In 1995 he was selected by Good Housekeeping as one of the top 400 cancer specialists in the United States and, since that time, he has been listed in all editions as one of the Best Doctors in America.
Resources Related to Dr. Suen
Success Story: Spence Churchill (Article)
Spence Churchill has almost always had trouble swallowing, but with the help of Dr. Suen, he was able to swallow and eliminated the need for a feeding tube.
Read the Article
Success Story: Kim and Chris Fowler (Article)
Chris Fowler was diagnosed with throat cancer sought treatment from James Suen, and is now cancer free.
Read the ArticleDr. Suen's Academic Background
Faculty Appointments
- Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
- Distinguished Professor
Education and Training
- Fellowship
- University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
- Fellowship
- Armed Forces Institute of Pathology
- Residency
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
- Medical School
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Professional Certifications
- American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery — Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
Conditions Diagnosed or Treated by Dr. Suen
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. Suen
UAMS Health providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.
Dr. Suen's Areas of Expertise
Ear, Nose and Throat Care
ENT doctors can treat issues that range from the everyday to the complex. We provide both surgical and nonsurgical treatments for a wide range of conditions.
Cancer Care
The UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute is Arkansas’ most comprehensive cancer treatment and research facility.
Head and Neck Cancer Care (Part of Cancer Care)
Our multidisciplinary team tailors treatment plans, including reconstructive surgery, reducing clinic visits. Explore clinical trials for innovative options.
Locations Where Dr. Suen Practices
Ear, Nose and Throat Clinic at the UAMS Medical Center , Primary Location
501 Jack Stephens Drive
UAMS Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Number
- 501-686-8000
New and Returning Patients
Head and Neck Oncology Clinic
449 Jack Stephens Drive
UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Numbers
- 501-296-1200
New Patients - 501-686-8224
Returning Patients
Comment
I like and am very impressed by Dr Suen. He genuinely seems to care about and my condition and wants to help me.
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Apr 29, 2026Comment
Dr. Suen is always the very best there is anywhere.
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Apr 28, 2026Comment
Dr. Suen is an amazing, brilliant, and a caring doctor!
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Apr 26, 2026Comment
Doctor very good well pleased with total overall visit
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Apr 25, 2026Comment
Always excellent with Dr Suen he takes time to really listen and explain. I am thankful to be in his care
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Apr 24, 2026Comment
Dr Suen is the most AMAZING CARING ATTENTIVE Doctor and Person ever! He treats his patients with the upmost respect and I have nothing but the UPMOST RESPECT for him as a doctor and person. I honestly don't know what I would have done without him for the last 15 years. He is like a honorary family member!
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Apr 18, 2026Comment
I love Dr. Suen. He is the only doctor who has listened to me and helped me with my 30 year log bout with severe facial pain. We need another doctor like him because I know he has been having health issues.
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Apr 16, 2026Comment
Prior experience w/Dr. Suen was excellent & continued to be an excellent experience!
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Apr 14, 2026Comment
Love Dr Suen. [OFF TOPIC]
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Mar 17, 2026Comment
Dr. Suen was very thorough and attentive. He took time to answer questions and explain things! Can't say enough great things about him.
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Mar 11, 2026