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Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute: Patients and Family

Our Amenities

Patient Amenities and Locations

Interior of the Patient Support Pavilion, a comfortable seating area for cancer patients and family members

Patient Support Pavilion

The Patient Support Pavilion provides information and education for patients and their family members in a comfortable and inviting location.

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The Gathering Place Café dining area at the UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute

The Gathering Place Cafe

The Gathering Place Café is an inviting oasis where you can relax and recharge – with food that nourishes the body and revitalizes the soul.

Dining Options
Staff member assisting a patient in the Kristen J. Madsen Wig Boutique

Kristen J. Madsen Wig Boutique

At our Kristen J. Madsen Wig Boutique, trained staff and volunteers will help you select a wig and hats to make this transition a little easier.

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Seed-shaped tokens given to cancer patients at the UAMS Cancer Institute to mark treatment milestones

Seed of Hope

When a patient reaches a milestone in his or her treatment, they may receive two seed-shaped tokens.

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Grand piano in the Central Atrium of the UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute

The Central Atrium

The Central Atrium includes a grand piano, which can be played by patients and visitors.

Watch some of the performances
Outdoor Healing Garden with fountains at the UAMS Cancer Institute, a quiet space for patients and visitors

The Healing Garden

If you enjoy a good patio, visit our Healing Garden. It is a quiet place to enjoy your lunch or read beside the fountains.

Quiet relaxation room with comfortable seating for cancer patients and caregivers

The Relaxation Room

A Relaxation Room is available for patients and caregivers in need of a quiet place to rest while visiting the Cancer Institute.

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The chapel at the UAMS Cancer Institute, open for prayer and meditation.

Chapel

Your spiritual well-being is important to us. Our chapel is open to anyone seeking solace through prayer and meditation.

Interior of the UAMS Cancer Institute Gift Shop.

Gift Shop

From the moment you walk into the Cancer Institute Gift Shop, you’ll feel compassion and care from the staff and volunteers.

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Concierge Services

The Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute offers concierge service for our patients, their family members, and other visitors. To take advantage of these services, visit the Welcome Desk on the first floor or call (501) 603-1133.
Services include:

  • Escorts to Appointments
  • Wheelchairs
  • Arrangement for taxi service
  • Valet parking
  • Notary services
  • Luggage storage
  • Lost and found

A mailbox is available at the Cancer Institute gift shop, with pick up at 8 a.m. Monday-Friday. Postage stamps may be purchased at the gift shop.

An ATM machine is located in The Gathering Place Café.  Information is available at the Welcome Desk about services on the UAMS campus and in central Arkansas, including:

  • Banks
  • Flight and weather information
  • Florists
  • Housing information
  • Restaurants
  • UAMS campus navigation