Kay Chandler, MD
Arkansas Surgeon General
OB-GYN
Naveen Patil, MD
President, Arkansas Medical Society
Infectious Disease Specialist, Arkansas Department of Health
Rajendram Rajnarayanan, PhD
Assistant Dean & Associate Professor
NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine
Women's Health Week (May 10–16)
Special Recognition: Women's Health Poster Award
A special award will be presented to the Best Poster in Women's Health during Research Day 2026, recognizing outstanding research and scholarship that advances women's wellness and care.
Why Women's Health Week?
National Women's Health Week was established in 1999 by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Office on Women's Health. Celebrated annually starting on Mother's Day (the second Sunday in May), the week encourages women and girls to make their health a priority. For over 25 years, this observance has served as a reminder to focus on preventive care, healthy behaviors, and overall wellness.
Research Day 2026 (May 8) coincides with National Women's Health Week, highlighting St. Bernards' commitment to both clinical excellence and scholarly advancement in women's health.
Women's Health at St. Bernards
St. Bernards Medical Center is committed to supporting women's health throughout every stage of life by providing comprehensive, patient-centered care, advanced screening services, and community-focused education. Our approach emphasizes prevention, early detection, compassionate treatment, and ongoing support for women and families in our region.
Our Services
Preventive & Well-Woman Care
Comprehensive gynecologic and preventive services, including routine well-woman exams, cervical cancer screening, STI prevention and treatment, and management of menstrual and menopausal health concerns.
Breast Health & Imaging
Advanced breast health services with 3D screening and diagnostic mammography, automated breast ultrasound for dense breast tissue, image-guided biopsies, and mobile mammography units. St. Bernards is accredited as a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence by the American College of Radiology.
Maternal, Labor & Postpartum Care
Personalized prenatal care, family-centered labor and delivery with 24/7 obstetric coverage, private postpartum rooms, and comprehensive lactation support.
Neonatal Intensive Care (NICU)
The region's only Level IIIA Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, providing advanced care for premature and critically ill newborns.
Research & Innovation
St. Bernards participates in clinical research studies that expand access to advanced treatment options for women, supporting innovation and evidence-based care.
Women's Health Week Activities
Community Screenings & Events
Free or low-cost screenings including Pap smears, mammograms, blood work, vision and hearing checks, and colon cancer screening. These events reduce barriers to care and encourage early detection.
Education & Outreach
Educational activities emphasizing preventive screenings, breast health awareness, pregnancy and postpartum care, breastfeeding education, and overall wellness.
Support & Awareness Initiatives
Breastfeeding support groups, wellness classes, and awareness events like the Pink Warrior Walk, which honors breast cancer survivors and supports cancer care services.
Contact Information
Women's Health & Scheduling: 870.935.3990
Location: St. Bernards Medical Center, Jonesboro, Arkansas
Before You Submit - Quick Check
- First author is a trainee
- Structured abstract less than or equal to 300 words
- Category selected
- IRB status noted (Approved/Exempt/Not Required)
- Institution identified
- 10 or fewer authors listed
Who Can Submit
First author must be a trainee - residents, fellows, medical students, nursing students, or pharmacy students/residents. Projects may come from any institution.
Your Abstract
- 300 words max (excluding title, authors, and affiliations).
- Structure: Background · Methods (Case description for case report) · Results (Discussion for Case report) · Conclusions
- Each submission must include: author/poster category, institution, and IRB status.
- Accepted project types: original research, systematic reviews or meta-analyses, case reports or case series, and QI/patient safety projects.
- A trainee may submit any number of abstracts. If previously submitted to a conference, please note that.
Author / Poster Categories
Category is based on first author's training level. Posters are judged only within their category.
- Medical Students - All MD/DO students
- Residents & Fellows - All specialties
- Nursing Students - Undergraduate or graduate
- Pharmacy Trainees - Students or residents
Poster Specifications
Size: 36" x 48"
Session: Displayed and judged during the morning session
Presenter: First author must be present at the event to compete
Required: Institutional logo in header; references in footnotes
Awards
First, Second, and Third Place awards are presented in each of the four poster categories: Medical Students (MD/DO), Residents & Fellows, Nursing Students, and Pharmacy Trainees.
Award Criteria
Awards are based on posters demonstrating exceptional:
- Scientific rigor and methodology
- Originality and innovation
- Clinical relevance and impact
- Visual presentation quality
- Oral presentation and subject mastery
Best Poster in Women's Health (Special Award)
Awarded to the highest-scoring poster focused on:
- Women's health conditions or outcomes
- Sex-based differences in disease or treatment
- Gender disparities or health equity
Additional consideration given to impact on improving care or advancing knowledge in women's health.
Total Awards: 12 category awards (First, Second, and Third Place in each of 4 categories) + 1 special Women's Health award
Important Dates
Abstract deadline: March 31, 2026
Acceptance notification: April 15, 2026
Research Day (Poster presentation): May 8, 2026
