Dr. Stephen R. Marks, MD, FACOG

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Get to know Obstetrician-Gynecologist Dr. Stephen R. Marks, who serves patients in North Little Rock, Arkansas.

A devoted obstetrician-gynecologist, Dr. Marks is a Partner at Marks, Alston & Chang in North Little Rock, Arkansas. He specializes in high risk pregnancies, treating conditions such as vaginal prolapse, endometriosis, vaginitis, and more.

Locally, he has medical privileges at Baptist Health Medical Center – Little Rock and Baptist Health Medical Center – North Little Rock.

Academically, Dr. Marks earned his medical degree and completed his residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine. 

Subsequent to his education, the doctor attained board certification in obstetrics and gynecology through the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG). The mission of the ABOG is to define specialty standards, certify obstetricians and gynecologists, and facilitate continuous learning to advance knowledge, practice, and professionalism in women’s health.

Maintaining fellowship status, Dr. Marks is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (FACOG).

Obstetrics and gynecology (OB-GYN) is the medical specialty that encompasses the two subspecialties of obstetrics (covering pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period) and gynecology (covering the health of the female reproductive system – vagina, uterus, ovaries, and breasts). An obstetrician-gynecologist, or OB-GYN, is a healthcare professional who specializes in female reproductive health.

Among Dr. Mark’s most notable achievements include Patients’ Choice Award (2016, 2015, 2014, 2012), Compassionate Doctor Recognition (2016, 2015, 2014, 2012), and On-Time Doctor Award (2016, 2015, 2014).

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