Jacob R. Smith, M.D. Sports Medicine Specialist
Primary Appointment Location
Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Clinic in Fayetteville
201 W. Van Asche Loop
Fayetteville, AR 72703
- Appointment Phone Number
- 479-966-4491
New and Returning Patients
Overview
- Accepting New Patients
- Yes
- Provides Second Opinion
- Yes
- Patient Types
- Adults
- Children and Adolescents
- Language
- English
About Dr. Smith
Clinical Biography
Dr. Jacob Smith is a sports medicine physician and an assistant professor in the UAMS Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. He specializes in the care of athletes and active individuals, with expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of sports-related and other musculoskeletal injuries to help restore movement and function, optimize performance, and reduce the risk of re-injury. He sees patients at the UAMS Health Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Clinics in Fayetteville and Lowell.
A former pitcher for the University of Arkansas Razorbacks baseball team, Dr. Smith earned both his medical degree and Master of Public Health degree from UAMS in Little Rock. He completed his family medicine residency at the nationally ranked John Peter Smith Hospital Network in Fort Worth, Texas, followed by a fellowship in primary care sports medicine at UAMS in Northwest Arkansas.
Dr. Smith provides comprehensive care for athletes of all ages and skills – from competitive student-athletes at colleges and high schools to participants in the area’s many sporting events to individuals who want to stay active throughout their lives. His care includes treatment for everything from sprains and strains to sports-related concussions, broken bones, and arthritis.
Dr. Smith is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine. He has been appointed to the World Baseball and Softball Confederation Medical Advisory Committee as well as the Nicaraguan Olympic Sports Medicine Congress Planning Committee.
Dr. Smith's Academic Background
Academic Biography
Dr. Smith earned his medical degree and Master of Public Health degree at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock. He completed his family medicine residency at the John Peter Smith Hospital Network in Fort Worth, Texas, followed by a fellowship in primary care sports medicine at UAMS in Fayetteville.
Dr. Smith is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine.
Faculty Appointments
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
- Assistant Professor
Education and Training
- Fellowship
- UAMS Northwest
Primary Care Sports Medicine - Residency
- John Peter Smith Hospital
Family Medicine - Medical School
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
- Postgraduate Education
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Master of Public Health
Associations
- American Academy of Family Physicians
- American Medical Society of Sports Medicine
Locations Where Dr. Smith Practices
Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Clinic in Fayetteville , Primary Location
201 W. Van Asche Loop
Fayetteville, AR 72703
- Appointment Phone Number
- 479-966-4491
New and Returning Patients
Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Clinic in Bentonville
609 SW 8th St.
Blume
Ninth Floor, Suite 900
Bentonville, AR 72712
- Appointment Phone Number
- 479-334-7030
New and Returning Patients
Comment
Everyone there is extremely friendly and helpful. I appreciated having different options to pick from, to assist with my care.
Date
Aug 29, 2026Comment
One of the most down to earth Dr's ive ever seen!
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Aug 24, 2026Comment
Dr. Smith was exceptional in his patient care manner
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Aug 15, 2026Comment
Dr Smith was very nice and explained the x-rays and plan of treatment.
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Aug 08, 2026Comment
I always like getting to know the Dr.better. This was the first time I have met this Dr. Good experience for the first time.
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Aug 05, 2026Comment
Dr Smith was excellent in discussing and evaluating my situation.
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Aug 04, 2026Comment
The best service
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Aug 02, 2026Comment
Good
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Jul 25, 2026Comment
I would recommend the Shoulder Center to others
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Jul 16, 2026Comment
Good
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Jul 08, 2026