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  3. Jacob R. Smith, M.D.

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
View Location View All Locations

Overview

Accepting New Patients
Yes
Provides Second Opinion
Yes
Patient Types
Adults
Children and Adolescents
Language
English
4.9 out of 5
60 Patient Satisfaction Ratings
10 comments
Jacob R. Smith, M.D.

Contents

  • Make an Appointment
  • About
  • Academic Background
  • Locations
  • Ratings & Reviews

Make an Appointment With Dr. Smith

New patients can make an appointment by contacting the clinic directly.

Existing patients also have the option of requesting an appointment online through UAMS Health MyChart.

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

Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Clinic exterior

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
View Location Get Directions
ortho sports medicine clinic in bentonville

Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Clinic in Bentonville

609 SW 8th St.
Blume
Suite 900
Bentonville, AR 72712

Appointment Phone Number
479-334-7030
New and Returning Patients
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Patient Ratings & Reviews

Average Ratings

Likelihood of recommending this provider
4.9 out of 5
Provider discussed treatment options
4.9 out of 5
Provider explained things clearly
4.9 out of 5
Provider included you in decisions
5 out of 5
Provider showed concern
5 out of 5

Overall: 4.9 out of 5

(60 Ratings, 10 Comments)

Individual Reviews

5 out of 5

Comment

Dr. Smith was very approachable and friendly; put me at ease right away. I appreciated his thoroughness with his questions. He asked me if I wanted the long answer or the short answer about his diagnostic impression at that point, and I chose the long answer. It satisfied me.

Date

Feb 22, 2026
5 out of 5

Comment

Very positive and satisfactory experience.

Date

Feb 12, 2026
5 out of 5

Comment

One of the very best medical experiences I have ever have

Date

Jan 07, 2026
5 out of 5

Comment

Excellent care and explanation of problem and various options.

Date

Jan 03, 2026
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr. Jacob Smith was excellent. He explained everything thoroughly, and his recommended treatment has already helped me so much.

Date

Dec 30, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Both Dr. [NAME] and Dr. Smith definitely met my expectations, and actually exceeded my expectations.

Date

Dec 30, 2025
More Recent Reviews
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr. Smith was very approachable and friendly; put me at ease right away. I appreciated his thoroughness with his questions. He asked me if I wanted the long answer or the short answer about his diagnostic impression at that point, and I chose the long answer. It satisfied me.

Date

Feb 22, 2026
5 out of 5

Comment

Very positive and satisfactory experience.

Date

Feb 12, 2026
5 out of 5

Comment

One of the very best medical experiences I have ever have

Date

Jan 07, 2026
5 out of 5

Comment

Excellent care and explanation of problem and various options.

Date

Jan 03, 2026
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr. Jacob Smith was excellent. He explained everything thoroughly, and his recommended treatment has already helped me so much.

Date

Dec 30, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Both Dr. [NAME] and Dr. Smith definitely met my expectations, and actually exceeded my expectations.

Date

Dec 30, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr Jake Smith and his staff were very knowledgeable and provided exceptional care. Highly recommend!

Date

Nov 05, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Very professional and personable! Great!

Date

Sep 26, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Good experience

Date

Aug 21, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

I will most differently send my friends and family

Date

Aug 02, 2025

Make an Appointment With Dr. Smith

New patients can make an appointment by contacting the clinic directly.

Existing patients also have the option of requesting an appointment online through UAMS Health MyChart.

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