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Area of Expertise: Trauma

When a traumatic injury occurs, most cases in Arkansas will be brought to UAMS. This includes things like facial trauma, crush injuries, traumatic spine injuries, injuries from natural disasters, and many other physical injuries that can require immediate care. That is because UAMS is the only Medical Center in Arkansas recognized by the American College of Surgeons as an Adult Level 1 Trauma Center.

Our adult level 1 trauma center provides total care for every aspect of injury, from prevention through rehabilitation. It also has a major responsibility for providing leadership in education, research and system planning. UAMS is also home to the first and only Comprehensive Stroke Center in Arkansas. 

The Adult Level 1 Trauma Center at UAMS

The trauma center features a designated operating room for trauma cases, and patients needing x-rays or a CT scan can receive those in the Emergency Department with no need to transport them to the main hospital for imaging. Many of Arkansas’ top doctors are on staff at UAMS and are just a phone call away.

Through the enhanced facilities in our hospital, we have taken emergency and trauma medical care to a new level. We now offer our patients state-of-the-art life-saving expertise and technologies blended with a patient-friendly design, providing privacy and top-notch care that is vital to our patients and families in times of medical need.

Prepared for Any Injury

Many different specialties are involved in our Level 1 Trauma Center, which is spearheaded by the UAMS Department of Surgery, Division of Trauma and Surgical Critical Care. The trauma surgeons stay in the hospital 24 hours a day, ready to care for the most significantly injured patients.

When the American College of Surgeons certified UAMS as an adult Level 1 Trauma Center, UAMS was put through a rigorous review process as we demonstrated that we can provide the highest level of trauma care to the most serious and urgent cases. When needed, our emergency and trauma doctors have immediate access to in-house specialists in these areas:

  • Anesthesiology
  • Blood Bank
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Facial Plastics
  • Neurosurgery
  • Orthopaedics
  • Radiology
  • Trauma Surgery

The Goal of Trauma Care at UAMS

The goal of operating the only Adult Level 1 Trauma Center in the state of Arkansas is to be the flagship for adult trauma care in Arkansas. UAMS is leading the way in preventable injury and death through expert care, education, research and leadership.

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Avinash V. Bhavaraju, M.D.

Avinash V. Bhavaraju, M.D. Trauma Surgeon

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Jennings Russell Boyette, M.D.

Jennings Russell Boyette, M.D. Plastic Surgery within the Head and Neck Otolaryngologist

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Steven M. Cherney, M.D.

Steven M. Cherney, M.D. Orthopaedic Traumatologist

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Benjamin L. Davis, M.D.

Benjamin L. Davis, M.D. Surgeon

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Robert L. Garrison II, M.D.

Robert L. Garrison II, M.D. Orthopaedic Traumatologist

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Kyle J. Kalkwarf, M.D.

Kyle J. Kalkwarf, M.D. Trauma Surgeon

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Mary Katherine 'Katie' Kimbrough, M.D.

Mary Katherine "Katie" Kimbrough, M.D. Trauma Surgeon

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Melissa R. Kost, M.D.

Melissa R. Kost, M.D. Trauma Surgeon

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Joseph F. Margolick, M.D.

Joseph F. Margolick, M.D. Trauma Surgeon

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Mary E. 'Mollie' Meek, M.D.

Mary E. "Mollie" Meek, M.D. Interventional Radiologist

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Anna M. Privratsky, D.O.

Anna M. Privratsky, D.O. Trauma Surgeon

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Regis L. Renard, M.D.

Regis L. Renard, M.D. Orthopaedic Traumatologist

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Ronald D. Robertson, M.D.

Ronald D. Robertson, M.D. Trauma Surgeon

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Kevin W. Sexton, M.D.

Kevin W. Sexton, M.D. Trauma Surgeon

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Gregory R. Snead, M.D. Emergency Medicine Physician

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Matthew F. Spond, M.D.

Matthew F. Spond, M.D. Anesthesiologist

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Sarah K. Tingle, M.D.

Sarah K. Tingle, M.D. Anesthesiologist

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Lindsey L. Wolf, M.D.

Lindsey L. Wolf, M.D. Pediatric Surgeon

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Deidre L. Wyrick, M.D.

Deidre L. Wyrick, M.D. Critical Care Surgeon

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Locations

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Exterior of UAMS Emergency Room

Emergency Room

4401 Shuffield Drive
Little Rock, AR 72205

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501-686-7000
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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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UAMS Medical Center exterior

UAMS Medical Center

4301 W. Markham St.
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-8000
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  • Neurosurgery

    Our neurosurgeons perform research, multiple clinical trials and are the leaders for simple and complex surgeries not available at other centers in Arkansas.

  • Orthopaedics

    UAMS Health is recognized nationally and internationally for its expertise in orthopaedics.

  • Stroke Care

    UAMS Medical Center is the first comprehensive stroke center in Arkansas certified by the Joint Commission and the only one in central Arkansas.

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

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