Jill J. Fussell, M.D. Developmental Pediatrician
Primary Appointment Location
James L. Dennis Developmental Center
1301 Wolfe St.
Little Rock, AR 72202
- Appointment Phone Number
- 501-364-1830
New and Returning Patients
Overview
- Area of Expertise
- Pediatric Care
- Accepting New Patients
- No
- Patient Type
- Children and Adolescents
- Language
- English

About Dr. Fussell
Clinical Biography
In 2002, Jill Fussell, M.D., accepted an appointment in the UAMS College of Medicine as a clinical instructor of pediatrics in the Section of Developmental Pediatrics and Habilitative Medicine. She was promoted to assistant professor in 2003, to associate professor with tenure in 2008 and promoted to professor in 2017. She served as associate program director of the UAMS Pediatrics Residency from 2004 to 2008. She assumed the role of director of the Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics Fellowship in 2007, and continues in this role currently. SheĀ served as theĀ chief of the Developmental Pediatrics and Habilitative Medicine Section fromĀ 2018Ā to 2023, at which time she was appointed as Vice Chair of Fellowship Education within the UAMS Department of Pediatrics.
She has also served in multiple national leadership roles within developmental behavioral pediatrics, including as an elected member of the Society for Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics board from 2017 to 2020. She was also elected to the executive committee of the National Council of Pediatric Subspecialties in 2016, and appointed as the chair in 2020.
Dr. Fussell enjoys the multidisciplinary practice that is integral to developmental pediatrics, collaborating with other disciplines to provide evidence-based diagnostic evaluations, and supporting families through systems of care. She intends to engage with families, at whatever phase they are along the continuum of understanding their childās individual strengths and struggles, to move forward as a team in pursuing the most optimal outcomes their child can achieve.
Dr. Fussell's Academic Background
Administrative Roles
- Department of Pediatrics
- Department Vice Chair for Education
Faculty Appointments
- Department of PediatricsĀ ā Division of Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics
- Professor
Education and Training
- Fellowship
- Medical University of South Carolina
Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics - Residency
- Medical University of South Carolina
Pediatrics - Medical School
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Professional Certifications
- American Board of PediatricsĀ ā General Pediatrics
Associations
- Council of Pediatric Subspecialties
- Society for Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
- Alpha Omega Alpha
Dr. Fussell's Research
Research Interests
Autism Spectrum Disorders, Pediatric Medical EducationLatest Publications
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UAMS Research Profile
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Dr. Fussell's Areas of Expertise

Pediatric Care
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Locations Where Dr. Fussell Practices

James L. Dennis Developmental Center , Primary Location
1301 Wolfe St.
Little Rock, AR 72202
- Appointment Phone Number
- 501-364-1830
New and Returning Patients

Arkansas Children’s Hospital
1 Children's Way
Little Rock, AR 72202
- Appointment Phone Numbers
- 501-263-2644
Primary Care - 501-222-4596
Specialty Care
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Every since we meet them They have done nothing but help us and teach us what we needed to do
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Jun 11, 2024Comment
In and out in a timely manner thanks to everyone
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May 02, 2024Comment
Overall great experience. It does take many months from one appointment to the next but seems understandable.
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Apr 25, 2024Comment
This visit put a period where we have had a question mark located for a long time. I'm glad my son was able to get in and we got the diagnosis we have wondered about for so long. I would highly recommend this place to anyone in our shoes.
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Apr 04, 2024Comment
I was very pleased with everything. My son enjoyed himself and felt comfortable.
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Feb 29, 2024Comment
I love how friendly they are and always listen to me
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Dec 13, 2023Comment
They listened to everything we had said & answered all questions I had! Very friendly, patient,Very helpful & enjoyed them, & made eye contact with us while doing so! Made my child & us feel comfortable talking & interacting with them! I would highly recommend y'all to anyone who is in need of help!
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Oct 19, 2023Comment
I've been with Dr. Fussell since I was a little boy. She is very thorough with my care. My medications as I live in Portsmouth Arkansas. I'm very appreciative the fact that all doctors have started the video chats and things like that. So we don't have to actually coming down there to see her. So I really do like that and so does my grandmother.
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Oct 12, 2023