Billy Thomas
Professor
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
faculty
Peds Pediatrics, College of Medicine
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Biography and Research Information
OverviewAI-generated summary
Dr. Billy Thomas is a Professor in the Department of Pediatric Neonatology at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine. He also holds the position of Vice-Chancellor for Diversity and Inclusion for the University of Arkansas System. His research focuses on neurodevelopmental outcomes and kidney-related outcomes in extremely preterm infants, particularly those enrolled in the Preterm Erythropoietin Neuroprotection Trial (PENUT).
Dr. Thomas's work has investigated the impact of interventions such as transfusions and erythropoietin on these vulnerable populations. Recent publications examine the association between term equivalent brain magnetic resonance imaging and 2-year outcomes, the risk of bronchopulmonary dysplasia with iron supplementation, and urinary biomarkers related to chronic kidney disease. He also leads a research group and has secured significant federal funding, serving as PI on three NIH awards totaling $882,900, aimed at supporting diversity in research and student development programs.
His collaborations include extensive work with fellow UAMS researchers Sherry E. Courtney and Sarah B. Mulkey, with whom he shares multiple publications. Dr. Thomas's scholarship metrics include an h-index of 6, with 8 total publications and 224 citations. He remains actively engaged in research, with his most recent publication in 2025.
Research Overview
Dr. Billy Thomas is a Professor in the Pediatric Neonatology Department. He is also the Vice-Chancellor for the Diversity and Inclusion, University of Arkansas System.Some of the UAMS College of Medicine faculty members provides pediatric patient care at Arkansas Children's Hospital. In addition, a wide range of pediatric services are provided in more than 35 subspecialties around Arkansas in locations such as the Schmieding Developmental Center in Springdale and the James L. Dennis Developmental Center in Little Rock. To make an appointment at Arkansas Children's hospital, please call 501-364-4000.
Metrics
- h-index: 6
- Publications: 8
- Citations: 224
Selected Publications
- Neurodevelopmental outcomes after red cell transfusion exposure in male versus female extremely preterm infants (2025) DOI
- Iron supplementation and the risk of bronchopulmonary dysplasia in extremely low gestational age newborns (2022) DOI
- Transfusions and neurodevelopmental outcomes in extremely low gestation neonates enrolled in the PENUT Trial: a randomized clinical trial (2021) DOI
Federal Grants 3 $882,900 total
UAMS Summer Undergraduate Research Program to Increase Diversity in Research
Grants & Funding
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences - Center for Diversity Affairs - ACT Prep Program Central Arkansas Planning and Development District Principal Investigator
- Initiative for Maximizing Student Development(IMSD) NIH Principal Investigator
- HCOP: Health Sciences Comprehensive Program Health Resources & Services Administration Principal Investigator
- ArkanSONO: A Technology Based Outreach Exposure Program for High School Students NIH Co-Investigator
- UAMS Summer Undergraduate Research Program to Increase Diversity in Research NIH Principal Investigator
- Feeding Study in Premature Infants, Project No. 3379-1 to evaluate weight gain of premature infants fed breast milk fortified with either a powder or Mead Johnson Nutritionals Principal Investigator
- HEALTH CAREERS OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM NIH Principal Investigator
- HCOP: Health Sciences Comprehensive Program Health Resources & Services Administration Principal Investigator
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