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Jacey T. Guthrie

MD
Gibson Guthrie Dermatology

I moved to Little Rock in 2014 with the thought that I would return to Louisiana after my four-year residency program in dermatology at UAMS. Now as a dermatologist at Gibson Guthrie Dermatology, I could not be happier with the decision I made to make a permanent professional and family life here in Little Rock.

PRESSING QUESTIONS

What keeps me coming back to my job every day

Easy answer – my patients and my staff. The thing I love most about dermatology is I see all ages. I get to meet and take care of the whole family!

Best advice I ever received

Don’t wait for someone to tell you it’s okay to do something, just do it! This applies to so many facets in our life, and I think of this often.

My first job and what it taught me

My first job was as a gymnastics coach. It taught me discipline and determination. It also taught me to set goals and reach them.

Biggest challenges in my career

Staying up-to-date with all of the new technology/research. This was especially difficult during the pandemic when we could not attend conferences and dinners on the newest subject matter.

The first thing I do to course-correct when I hit a wall

Go for a walk outside, take a break and hang out with my daughter, or call my mom.

How I knew this was my passion

I’ve wanted to be a doctor for as long as I can remember. Dermatology specifically sparked my interest during my summers working with my aunt who is a family physician.

Best career moment so far

Matching into dermatology at UAMS. As my husband read me the email that stated “you matched,” I knew my dream of becoming a dermatologist would become a reality.

One practice I use to maintain my mental health

Exercising, listening to music and socializing with friends and family.

IT'S ALL IN THE DETAILS

Hometown

LA

I can't start my day until

Coffee and sunscreen

Hobbies

Exercise, tennis, travel and brewing beer with my husband

Binge watch

Anything cooking or baking

Last good read

"Charlotte's Web" with my daughter

Favorite meal in town

Lasagna at The Pantry Crest

Best recent local discovery

Live music at The Hall

Latest splurge

Shoes from B. Barnett

Most-used app

Instagram

Dream vacation

Go back to Italy and take our daughter

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