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  4. Top Joint Replacement Providers

Top 10% in the Nation for Joint Replacement

Expert hip and knee surgeons ensure UAMS Health leads the state and the nation in providing exceptional care.

Orthopaedic Excellence

UAMS Health is ranked among the top 10% of all providers nationally in 2022 for joint replacement by Healthgrades, a leading independent researcher of quality health care, who assessed more than 4,500 hospitals across the country and presented UAMS with a Specialty Excellence Award for joint replacement.

Consistent Performance

In achieving this outstanding ranking for patient experience, UAMS Medical Center was also recognized for its ongoing record of clinical excellence.

Total Knee Replacement, Five-Star Recipient, 2022, Healthgrades

Five-Star Recipient for Total Knee Replacement

UAMS Health has received this recognition for four years in a row (2018-2022)

Total Hip Replacement, Five-Star Recipient, 2022, Healthgrades

Five-Star Recipient for Total Hip Replacement

UAMS Health has received this recognition for three years in a row (2019-2022)

Returning Our Patients to Pain-Free Lifestyles

“Our mission remains to provide the most safe, efficient and high-quality joint replacement possible for the patients in our state and region. While we are excited to receive this recognition and award, the feedback that means the most to us is when our patients return to pain-free lifestyles, getting back to the things they enjoy doing.”

C. Lowry Barnes, M.D., chair of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery

Our Joint Replacement Providers

At UAMS Health, our fellowship-trained orthopaedic hip and knee surgeons are nationally and internationally recognized for their expertise, advanced treatment techniques, and exceptional outcomes.

C. Lowry Barnes, M.D.

C. Lowry Barnes, M.D. Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Simon C. Mears, M.D.

Simon C. Mears, M.D. Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Jeffrey B. Stambough, M.D.

Jeffrey B. Stambough, M.D. Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Benjamin M. Stronach, M.D.

Benjamin M. Stronach, M.D. Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Our Joint Replacement Locations

Providing an exceptional patient experience begins with access. Find a provider at the UAMS Health orthopaedic clinic that works best for you.

Orthopaedic and Spine Clinic in North Little Rock exterior

Orthopaedic and Spine Clinic in North Little Rock

4261 Stockton Drive
Stockton Medical Plaza
Suite 100
North Little Rock, AR 72117

Appointment Phone Numbers
501-526-1046
New Patients
501-526-5451
Returning Patients
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The exterior of the Orthopaedic and Spine Hospital

Orthopaedic and Spine Hospital

801 Cottage Drive
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-526-1046
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UAMS Orthopaedic Clinic on Shackleford

Orthopaedic Clinic on Shackleford

2 Shackleford West Blvd.
Little Rock, AR 72211

Appointment Phone Numbers
501-526-1046
New Patients
501-614-2663
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The exterior of the Orthopaedic and Spine Hospital

Specialty Clinic (Part of the Orthopaedic and Spine Hospital)

801 Cottage Drive
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-6067
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UAMS Baptist Health Orthopaedic Clinic in Conway

625 United Drive
Baptist Health Medical Office Building
Suite 350
Conway, AR 72032

Appointment Phone Number
501-358-6792
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Make an Appointment Today

When it comes to your joints, you only want the best. Look no further than the talented fellowship-trained team of knee and hip replacement specialists at UAMS Health Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine.

Call 501-526-1046
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