About Us

Doctors Who Care In Harrison

The doctor you choose is extremely important, and no one knows that like our trusty team. When you develop a strong relationship with your physician, you can count on unparalleled care throughout all walks of life. Our doctors are here for your entire family, keeping you healthy from infancy into adulthood. 

Steve Shrum, MD, FAAP, FACP​

Dr. Shrum was raised and graduated high school in Harrison, AR.  He then went to the University of Arkansas and received a Bachelor's of Science degree.  Afterwards, he moved to Little Rock with his wife, Dixie.  He completed his Medical Doctorate degree in 2001 from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS).  Dr. Shrum then completed a combined Internal Medicine and Pediatrics Residency Program.  He trained at Arkansas Children's Hospital, UAMS, and McClellan's VA Hospital and currently provides care to patients from prematurity to geriatrics.  He serves on several boards of  non-profit organizations in town and is actively involved at NARMC in leadership roles.  His hobbies include coaching the youth of Harrison, hunting, and flying.

Dixie Shrum, APN, PNP-BC

Mrs. Shrum graduated from Harrison High School.  She obtained her Bachelors of Nursing from University of Arkansas-Fayetteville in 1996 and Masters of Nursing from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in 2000. She is a board certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner.  Dixie previously worked at Arkansas Children's Hospital for 9 years and is currently seeing pediatric patients at Cornerstone Medical Clinic.  She was born and raised in Harrison and is very happy to be back home since 2005.  She and her husband, Dr. Steve Shrum, have three children.  They enjoy attending the children's activities which mostly consists of every sport imaginable. They are also active in their church, First Baptist Church of Harrison.  Dixie is on the Harrison Public Schools Foundation Board and active in PTA.

Jennifer Martin, APN, FP-BC

Jennifer graduated from Valley Springs High School then worked at NARMC and Cornerstone Medical Clinic from 2008 until she graduated APN school at Simmons College of Nursing in 2017.  Jennifer is married to Brandon Martin and they have 3 children.  Her hobbies include spending time with her family, camping, and doing anything outdoors.

​Desiree' Looper, APN,
​FP-BC

Desiree' has lived in Newton County, AR since 1994.  She obtained an associate in nursing (RN) in 1999 at North Arkansas College in Harrison, AR.  She obtained a Bachelor's in Nursing (BSN) from the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, AR and then completed her education with a Master's in Nursing (APN) from Chamberlain College of Nursing in 2020.  She received board certification for Family Nurse Practitioner through t​he American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).

She previously worked at North Arkansas Regional Medical Center for 16 years and at Arkansas Children's Hospital in Little Rock, AR for five years.

She is married to JR Looper and they have two daughters.  As a family, they love to fish, camp, and spend time outside.

Care On Your Schedule

Finding care you can trust isn't always easy. When you call Cornerstone Medical Clinic to schedule, we'll be here for you, helping to schedule appointments at times that work best for you. We understand your time is valuable and we strive to get everyone in at their scheduled time eliminating wait time. With Dr. Shrum, Dixie, Asa, Jennifer, and Desiree', your whole family is armed with the best possible medical resources.

Call for an appointment today! (870) 743-4900

Cornerstone Medical Clinic
825 N Main St, Ste 1
Harrison, AR 72601
(870) 743-4900
info@cmcharrison.com