Joseph W. Watkins IV

Joseph W. Watkins IV, M.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), where he serves as a full-time faculty member and emergency medicine physician at UAMS Medical Center, the only adult Level 1 Trauma Center in Arkansas.

Education:

• Undergraduate: Duke University
• Medical School: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
• Residency: Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Emergency Medicine

Dr. Watkins specializes in emergency care with focused interests in critical care medicine, toxicology, and evidence-based medicine (EBM). He is passionate about resident education and simulation, having contributed as a case designer for EMRA’s SimWars. His scholarly work includes presentations at national meetings such as the Society for Critical Care Medicine and the American College of Medical Toxicology.

He has been recognized with the Best Platform Presentation award at the American College of Medical Toxicology National Scientific Meeting for his research on physostigmine. Dr. Watkins actively contributes to prominent EBM platforms including theNNT.com and EverydayEBM, emphasizing clinical decision-making grounded in robust evidence.

• Best Platform Presentation award at the American College of Medical Toxicology National Scientific Meeting

Dr. Watkins is deeply committed to medical education and resident training, particularly through simulation and curriculum development. Though no formal list of advisees or grants is mentioned, his role as a full-time academic faculty member underscores his involvement in mentoring and academic leadership within the emergency medicine residency program.

He is affiliated with the emergency medicine team at UAMS Medical Center, where he practices clinically and contributes to quality improvement initiatives such as the ED Sepsis Committee. His return to Arkansas reflects a dedication to serving his home state through high-acuity emergency care and academic advancement.