John L. Vander Schilden, M.D. Sports Medicine Orthopaedic Surgeon
Primary Appointment Location
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
Returning Patients
Overview
- Areas of Expertise
- Sports Medicine
- Orthopaedics
- Accepting New Patients
- Yes
- Patient Type
- Adults
- Language
- English
About Dr. Vander Schilden
Clinical Biography
John Vander Schilden, M.D., a former football player and wrestler, is the department’s chief sports medicine specialist. His clinical work focuses on sports injuries and trauma, and his research activities include studying meniscal repair, biomechanics of ligaments and biomechanics of fixation devices.
Dr. Vander Schilden grew up in Evanston, Illinois, and graduated from DePauw University in 1973 with a degree in Zoology. He graduated from Rush Medical College in 1977 and completed Orthopaedic Surgery residency training programs at the University of Florida and the University of South Florida before taking a fellowship to study Trauma and Sports Medicine in Munich, Germany, in 1985.
He is a team physician for the University of Arkansas athletic departments in Fayetteville and Little Rock and a consultant to the National Football league. Dr. Vander Schilden has served as a team physician for the NCAA wrestling championships, the Arkansas Travelers minor league baseball team, and at the Olympic Training Center in 1991 at Lake Placid, New York.
Dr. Vander Schilden's Academic Background
Faculty Appointments
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
- Professor
Education and Training
- Fellowship
- Technical University Hospital of Munich
- Residency
- University of South Florida
- Medical School
- Rush Medical College
Professional Certifications
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery — Orthopaedic Surgery
Dr. Vander Schilden's Research
Research Interests
Biomechanics of ligaments, Biomechanics of fixation devices; Meniscal repairUAMS Research Profile
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Conditions Diagnosed or Treated by Dr. Vander Schilden
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Medical Treatments and Procedures Performed or Prescribed by Dr. Vander Schilden
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Dr. Vander Schilden's Areas of Expertise
Sports Medicine (Part of Orthopaedics)
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Orthopaedics
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Locations Where Dr. Vander Schilden Practices
Orthopaedic Clinic on Colonel Glenn , Primary Location
10815 Colonel Glenn Road
Suite 500
Little Rock, AR 72204
- Appointment Phone Numbers
- 501-526-1046
New Patients - 501-406-9201
Returning Patients
OrthoNow (Part of the Orthopaedic and Spine Hospital)
801 Cottage Drive
Little Rock, AR 72205
- General Information
- 501-686-8674
Comment
Dr. Vander Schilden and his staff are great! Would not hesitate to recommend them. [NAME] & [NAME] are the best.
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Mar 21, 2025Comment
Dr. Vanderschilden was outstanding!!
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Jan 28, 2025Comment
Have always had a pleasant experience with Dr. Vanderschilden
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Jan 15, 2025Comment
Went out of his way to help and answer questions. Excellent experience
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Jan 10, 2025Comment
Everyone was so nice and understanding
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Dec 11, 2024Comment
Dr VanderSchilden is a wonderful caring provider
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Nov 12, 2024Comment
Dr Vander schilden is the best! He listens to you, is a great doctor and kind doctor
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Sep 09, 2024Comment
I have been having Dr. VanderSchelden treat me since 1987. I wouldn't treat him for anything. He is honest and truthful and the best of the best. His [NAME] is just as awesome.
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Sep 05, 2024Comment
During my visit it was very thought out and thorough. I was handled with care very well, carefully moved and was very comfortable during my visit and the doctors that I was with were very personable and I enjoyed my overall visit even regarding my injuries.
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Aug 27, 2024Comment
Love these people! Dr. Vander Schilden & [NAME] are great!
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Aug 20, 2024