About
Sara E. Owen, MD completed her undergraduate studies at Ouachita Baptist University before earning her medical degree from the University of Arkansas College of Medicine. She trained as a resident physician in internal medicine at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. She holds board certification in internal medicine and carries both ACLS and BLS certifications.
Dr. Owen graduated in the top 10 percent of her medical school class and received the Janet M. Glasgow Women in Medicine Award in 2002. The Alpha Omega Alpha honor society elected her in 2001. Her career has taken her across a range of clinical settings, including hospitalist medicine with Envision Physician Services, StoneCrest Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine Associates at North Mississippi Medical Clinics, the Dallas VA Medical Center, and a telehealth practice managing chronic medical conditions across multiple states. She joined Thompson Family Healthcare in October 2023. Patients consistently describe her as a physician who listens carefully and pursues every available option to help with complex and difficult-to-diagnose conditions.
Education & Training
University of Arkansas College of Medicine; Internship and Residency: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Department of Internal Medicine; Undergraduate: Ouachita Baptist University
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Who is Dr. Owen right for?
Dr. Thompson is a strong fit for patients of all ages seeking a proactive family medicine approach. He works especially well with patients who want a physician involved in both outpatient and hospital care. Families with children up to age 26 can enroll under his care at a reduced dependent membership fee. Patients who value direct physician access, including after-hours cell contact, will feel at home in his practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Thompson specializes in family medicine and preventive medicine. His focus is on comprehensive, proactive care that keeps patients healthy and catches problems early.
Yes. Dr. Thompson personally admits members to TriStar StoneCrest Hospital and oversees their care throughout any hospitalization. This continuity means your own physician manages your care rather than a hospitalist you may not know.
Yes. Members can contact Dr. Thompson directly by cell phone for urgent concerns outside of regular business hours. This direct access is a core part of the concierge membership.
Yes. Dr. Thompson welcomes dependent children of members from birth through age 26 under a reduced additional membership fee.
Routine visits with Dr. Thompson run approximately 30 minutes. Annual comprehensive health assessments run about 60 minutes. Appointments start on time, with little to no waiting room time.
Yes. Dr. Thompson offers telemedicine visits for members who prefer remote consultations or cannot come in person.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026