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SCTRC Trains the Future of Healthcare

By February 12, 2026No Comments

SCTRC Telehealth Training at the UCA School of Nursing

Part of the core assistance that we provide at the South Central Telehealth Resource Center is hands-on demonstrations and in-depth training about telehealth and telemedicine. This includes not just providing education and resources to established practitioners but also championing telehealth to the future of healthcare: students! 

On January 20, 2026, SCTRC Director, Dr. Melony Stokes, DNP, MSN, RNC-OB, and Nurse Educator, Chandra Smith, MNSc, APRN, CPNP-PC, kicked off the New Year with a telehealth training session at the University of Central Arkansas (UCA) School of Nursing! This training focused on several objectives such as defining essential telehealth terminology, identifying and understanding the advantages/disadvantages of telehealth, discover the benefits and discern the challenges of telehealth, and to participate in a demonstration of telehealth technology.

"I was thrilled to see next generation of nurses engaged and excited about Telehealth and how it can help close the gaps in rural healthcare! After all….They will be the healthcare professionals continuing the development and utilization of this technology!"

Chandra Smith, MNSc, APRN, CPNP-PCNurse Educator

Before a hands-on demonstration, the students were able to learn about various essential components to incorporating telehealth into everyday practice. Additionally, these core concepts are the foundation to understanding how telehealth and telemedicine can be advocated for once these students head out into their professional healthcare careers.

"Introducing students to telehealth early in their training is critical to preparing a workforce that is ready to meet patients where they are. By combining hands-on demonstrations with meaningful discussion, we are helping future healthcare providers understand how telehealth can expand access and strengthen care delivery especially in rural and underserved communities."

Dr. Melony Stokes, DNP, MSN, RNC-OBSCTRC Director

The UAMS Institute for Digital Health & Innovation and the South Central Telehealth Resource Center have compiled our resources to deliver a new way for healthcare professionals to get trained and educated on all aspects of telehealth and telemedicine.

Interested in our training sessions? Connect with us today and learn what educational opportunities we have available!

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About SCTRC

Since 2010, the South Central Telehealth Resource Center (SCTRC) has been providing telehealth training and technical assistance. We offer a wide variety of services and resources to help develop, maintain, and expand telehealth services. While we strive to help anyone reaching out to us for assistance, we prioritize the needs of those who work with rural and other underserved communities and populations in our region — Arkansas, Mississippi, and Tennessee. The SCTRC offers in-person and virtual assistance including on-site demos at our regional telehealth training centers, and popular online resources here such as billing and reimbursement guides, beginner courses, a variety of webinars and recordings, podcasts, and more. The SCTRC team is eager to hear more about your efforts and to brainstorm how we could work together to expand telehealth adoption.

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The SCTRC is staffed by telehealth professionals with backgrounds in nursing, business, education & instructional design, and mass media/communications.

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The SCTRC also works with a dedicated group of professionals who comprise the SCTRC Advisory Council. This group provides a grassroots voice for the telehealth initiatives needed in Arkansas, Mississippi, and Tennessee.

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The South Central Telehealth Resource Center is made possible by Grant #U1UTH42528 from the Office for the Advancement of Telehealth, Health Resources and Services Administration, DHHS, and the support of the UAMS Institute for Digital Health & Innovation. Please note: This information, content, and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government. The information and tools presented on the SCTRC website should not be considered legal advice. The SCTRC is not guaranteeing that any information provided will result in reimbursement from a payer. All materials are strictly for informational and educational purposes. The SCTRC encourages you to check with the appropriate state agency for further information and direction for legal opinions, interpretation of the laws, regulations, and/or policies. Additionally, please consult with your legal counsel or attorney if seeking legal opinions. © 2026 Board of Trustees of the University of Arkansas acting for and on behalf of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. All Rights Reserved.