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Area of Expertise: Orthopaedics

Also called: Musculoskeletal Care; Orthopedics

UAMS Health is recognized nationally and internationally for its expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of musculoskeletal pain, conditions, and injuries. The impact of UAMS Health Orthopaedics is evident in the thousands of patients around the state and region who are living active, fulfilling lives thanks to our innovative care and exceptional outcomes. Hundreds of orthopaedic surgeons practicing throughout Arkansas and around the country were trained by our physician educators. Many clinicians and scientists come to UAMS Health to conduct orthopaedic research and learn best practices from our world-class orthopaedic surgeons.

From sprains to strains to surgery and rehabilitation, our team of orthopaedic physicians, nurses, and therapists are focused on providing expert, specialized care that improves mobility, reduces pain, and most importantly, gets our patients better and back to life faster.  

Technology and Research

As the orthopaedic team for the state’s only academic health center, we are advancing science through our state-of-the art equipment, cutting-edge technology, and innovative research. Our integrated, evidence-based approach to surgical and clinical care gives patients access to the most advanced techniques and latest treatments for optimal outcomes. 

Our adult and pediatric spine care is known internationally because of the innovation and leadership of Richard McCarthy, M.D., who pioneered a scoliosis corrective procedure known as Shilla at Arkansas Children’s Hospital. The groundbreaking research on inclined sleep products for infants, led by Erin Mannen, Ph.D., assistant professor and baby biomechanics expert, gained national attention as part of a U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission investigation into their safety and related rulemaking.

Our highly engaged team of scientists, engineers, and surgeons work together and across disciplines to develop new approaches and better solutions that improve healing, speed rehabilitation, and enhance patient outcomes.

Orthopaedic Specialties

With the largest group of fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeons in the state, UAMS is the only place where you will find all the orthopaedic specialists you need — working together deliver to world-class, comprehensive care in all nine orthopaedic subspecialties to patients throughout Arkansas, the region, and nation. From diagnosis to treatment, UAMS Orthopaedic physicians provide surgical and non-surgical care for pain, conditions, and injuries.

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Areas Within Orthopaedics

Male runner touching foot in pain due to sprained ankle.

Foot and Ankle Orthopaedics

The fellowship-trained foot and ankle orthopaedic surgeons at UAMS provide comprehensive care for a wide range of conditions and injuries that affect the …

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Elderly woman holding her arthritic hands

Hand and Upper Extremity Orthopaedics

At UAMS, our fellowship-trained hand and upper extremity surgeons care for acute injuries and chronic conditions of the hand, wrist, finger, and forearm.

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Senior Couple Climbing Hill On Hike Through Countryside

Hip and Knee Orthopaedics

UAMS Health Orthopaedics is renowned for its expertise in performing joint replacements and minimally invasive surgeries that involve the hip and knee.

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shoulder exam in clinic

Shoulder and Elbow Orthopaedics

At UAMS Health, our fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeons are leaders when it comes to the diagnosis and treatment of shoulder and elbow issues.

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Image of a young male physiotherapist helping a mature male patient with movement exercises at a clinic.

Sports Medicine

From the beginner to the weekend warrior or senior athlete, all skill levels can benefit from our services to help you heal and get back to your activities.

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Related Resources

Dr. Wesley K. Cox on Shoulder Replacements (Video)

Wesley K. Cox, M.D., an orthopaedic surgeon with UAMS Health, gives information about shoulder replacements.

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Dr. Wesley K. Cox on Rotator Cuff Tears (Video)

One of the most common issues orthopaedic surgeons deal with is rotator cuff injuries. Dr. Wesley K. Cox explains how injuries happen and how to fix them.

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Dr. Wesley K. Cox on Reverse Shoulder Replacements (Video)

Dr. Wesley K. Cox, an orthopaedic surgeon with UAMS Health, describes when a "reverse shoulder replacement" might be the answer to your shoulder pain.

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Dr. Wesley K. Cox on Shoulder Instability (Video)

Wesley K. Cox, M.D., an orthopaedic surgeon with UAMS Health, gives information about shoulder instability.

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Related Conditions

UAMS Health providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Ankle Pain
  • Arthritis of the Ankle
  • Back Pain
  • Brachial Plexus Conditions and Injuries
  • Broken Arm
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Degenerative Disorders of the Spine
  • Flatback Syndrome
  • Foot Injuries
  • Foot Pain
  • Gout
  • Hand and Arm Fractures
  • Hand Injuries
  • Joint Pain
  • Orthopaedic Injuries
  • Orthopaedic Trauma
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Pseudarthrosis
  • Spinal Deformities
  • Spinal Fractures
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Spinal Tumors
  • Spine Trauma
  • Spondylolisthesis
  • Tendon Injuries

Related Medical Treatments and Procedures

UAMS Health providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Ankle Fusion
  • Ankle Replacement
  • Arthroscopic Surgery
  • Elbow and Shoulder Tendon Repair
  • Finger and Hand Tendon Repair
  • Hip Replacement Surgery
  • Immobilization
  • Joint Replacement of the Hand, Wrist and Elbow
  • Reverse Shoulder Replacement
  • Shoulder Replacement Surgery

Providers

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Larry Balle II, M.D.

Larry Balle II, M.D. Sports Medicine Physician (Family Medicine)

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C. Lowry Barnes, M.D.

C. Lowry Barnes, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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R. Dale Blasier, M.D.

R. Dale Blasier, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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John  W.  Bracey Jr., M.D.

John W. Bracey Jr., M.D. Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon

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Patrick Shea Brannan, M.D.

Patrick Shea Brannan, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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David B. Bumpass, M.D.

David B. Bumpass, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Tyler L. CarlLee, M.D.

Tyler L. CarlLee, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Michael D. Cassat, M.D.

Michael D. Cassat, M.D. Family Medicine Physician

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Steven M. Cherney, M.D.

Steven M. Cherney, M.D. Orthopaedic Traumatologist

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Wesley K. Cox, M.D.

Wesley K. Cox, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Sara E. Foster, PA

Sara E. Foster, PA Physician Assistant

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G. Thomas Frazier Jr., M.D.

G. Thomas Frazier Jr., M.D. Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon

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Robert L. Garrison, M.D.

Robert L. Garrison, M.D. Orthopaedic Traumatologist

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Justin M. Hire, M.D.

Justin M. Hire, M.D. Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Sarah V. 'Tory' Hunton, M.D.

Sarah V. "Tory" Hunton, M.D. Physiatrist (Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation)

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Michael P. Israel, M.D.

Michael P. Israel, M.D. Adolescent Medicine Physician (Pediatrics)

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Navin R. Kilambi, M.D.

Navin R. Kilambi, M.D. Sports Medicine Physician (Orthopaedic Surgery)

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Adrienne M. Koder, D.O.

Adrienne M. Koder, D.O. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Dana K. Lawrence, CNP

Dana K. Lawrence, CNP Family Nurse Practitioner

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Kathryn B. "Katy" Lehner, PA Physician Assistant

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Robert D. Martin, M.D.

Robert D. Martin, M.D. Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgeon

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Chelsea S. Mathews, M.D.

Chelsea S. Mathews, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Richard E. McCarthy, M.D.

Richard E. McCarthy, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Simon C. Mears, M.D.

Simon C. Mears, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Michael A. Miller, DC Chiropractor

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Corey O'Neal Montgomery, M.D.

Corey O'Neal Montgomery, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Sean M. Morell, M.D.

Sean M. Morell, M.D. Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon

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Kathryn L. Nance, M.D.

Kathryn L. Nance, M.D. Sports Medicine Physician (Family Medicine)

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Lawrence K. 'Larry' O'Malley, M.D.

Lawrence K. "Larry" O'Malley, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Samuel C. Overley, M.D.

Samuel C. Overley, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Courtney D. Owen, CNP Nurse Practitioner

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Charles E. 'Chuck' Pearce, M.D.

Charles E. "Chuck" Pearce, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Lauren K. Poindexter, M.D.

Lauren K. Poindexter, M.D. Sports Medicine Physician (Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation)

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Brien Michael Rabenhorst, M.D.

Brien Michael Rabenhorst, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Justin M. Rabinowitz, M.D.

Justin M. Rabinowitz, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Heather N. Rankin, PA Physician Assistant

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Amelia A. Ray, CNP

Amelia A. Ray, CNP Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

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Robert Bradley Reeves, M.D.

Robert Bradley Reeves, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Regis L. Renard, M.D.

Regis L. Renard, M.D. Orthopaedic Traumatologist

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Brant C. Sachleben, M.D.

Brant C. Sachleben, M.D. Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Scott J. Schoenleber, M.D.

Scott J. Schoenleber, M.D. Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Chad E. Songy, M.D.

Chad E. Songy, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Jeffrey B. Stambough, M.D.

Jeffrey B. Stambough, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Benjamin M. Stronach, M.D.

Benjamin M. Stronach, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Mark A. Tait, M.D.

Mark A. Tait, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Allen T. Thomas, CNP Nurse Practitioner

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John L. Vander Schilden, M.D.

John L. Vander Schilden, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Jordan M. Walters, M.D.

Jordan M. Walters, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Theresa O. Wyrick-Glover, M.D.

Theresa O. Wyrick-Glover, M.D. Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon

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Ramon C. Ylanan, M.D.

Ramon C. Ylanan, M.D. Sports Medicine Physician (Family Medicine)

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Locations

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ACH Northwest exterior

Arkansas Children’s Northwest

2601 Gene George Blvd.
Springdale, AR 72762

Appointment Phone Number
479-334-3485
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Exterior of Outpatient Center

Orthopaedic Clinic in Midtown Little Rock

4110 Outpatient Circle
Outpatient Center
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-526-1042
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Autumn Road Clinic

Orthopaedic Clinic on Autumn Road

600 Autumn Road
Little Rock, AR 72211

Appointment Phone Numbers
501-526-1046
New Patients
501-320-7776
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UAMS Orthopaedic Clinic, Colonel Glenn Road

Orthopaedic Clinic on Colonel Glenn

10815 Colonel Glenn Road
Suite 500
Little Rock, AR 72204

Appointment Phone Numbers
501-526-1046
New Patients
501-406-9201
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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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Exterior of Outpatient Center

Orthopaedic Trauma Clinic

4110 Outpatient Circle
Outpatient Center
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-6067
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Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Clinic exterior

Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Clinic in Fayetteville

201 W. Van Asche Loop
Fayetteville, AR 72703

Appointment Phone Number
479-966-4491
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Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Clinic in Lowell

Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Clinic in Lowell

507 W. Monroe Ave.
Lowell, AR 72745

Appointment Phone Number
479-334-7030
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Orthopedic Oncology

Orthopedic Oncology Clinic

449 Jack Stephens Drive
Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Numbers
501-296-1200
New Patients
501-686-8211
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UAMS Orthopaedic Clinic, Colonel Glenn Road

Running Injury Clinic (Part of Orthopaedic Clinic on Colonel Glenn)

10815 Colonel Glenn Road
Suite 500
Little Rock, AR 72204

Appointment Phone Number
501-526-1046
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UAMS Baptist Health Orthopaedic Clinic in Conway

625 United Drive
Suite 350
Conway, AR 72032

Appointment Phone Number
501-358-6792
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Make an Appointment

Request an appointment by contacting a clinic directly or by calling the UAMS Health appointment line at (501) 686-8000.

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