Arkansas Urology has promoted three of its advanced practice providers to clinical director positions, signaling an increased focus on key areas of expertise for the practice.
Iris Kennedy, advanced practice nurse (APN), is the new APP clinical director of urology cancer services, overseeing preventative and diagnostic care, in addition to treatment. Kennedy joined Arkansas Urology in 2008. Her prior experience includes emergency medicine, general and vascular surgery, and gastroenterology.
Bryan Cearley, certified physician’s assistant (PA-C), is now APP clinical director of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), providing leadership support in the specialization of enlarged prostate. Cearley joined Arkansas Urology in 2018. Prior to that, he served in emergency services, including in the U.S. Army as a flight medic. He continues to serve as a PA on a part-time basis with the Arkansas Army National Guard.
Wischelle Williams, advanced practice registered nurse (APRN), is now the APP clinical director of pelvic health, urodynamics, and overactive bladder. She joined Arkansas Urology in 2016. Prior to becoming a nurse practitioner, Williams worked for nearly 10 years as a registered nurse in various areas, including general surgery, the emergency department, coronary care, and in the neurosurgery/neurology ICU.
"At Arkansas Urology, our dedication to providing exceptional urological care is unwavering,” said E. Scot Davis, CEO of Arkansas Urology. “We take great pride in offering a wide range of clinical expertise in the field, and by appointing specialized APP clinical directors to lead each area, we are able to enhance that expertise even further. Our focus is squarely on delivering the best possible care and improving the patient experience every step of the way.”