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

Primary Appointment Location

Orthopaedic Clinic — 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
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Overview

Patient Type
Adults
Language
English
4.7 out of 5
286 Patient Satisfaction Ratings
41 comments
John L. Vander Schilden, M.D.

Make an Appointment With Dr. Vander Schilden

New patients can make an appointment by contacting the clinic directly or by calling the UAMS Health appointment line at (501) 686-8000.

Existing patients also have the option to request an appointment online through UAMS MyChart.

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.

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Dr. Vander Schilden's Academic Background

Faculty Appointments

Orthopaedic Surgery
Professor

Education

Fellowship
Technical University Hospital of Munich
Residency
University of South Florida
Medical School
Rush Medical College

Professional Certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Diplomate - National Board of Medical Examiners

Dr. Vander Schilden's Research

Research Interests

Biomechanics of ligaments, Biomechanics of fixation devices; Meniscal repair

UAMS Research Profile

Each UAMS faculty member has a research profile page that includes biographical and contact information, a list of their most recent grant activity and a list of their PubMed publications.

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Conditions Treated

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

  • ACL Tears
  • Sports Injuries

Medical Treatments and Procedures Performed

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

  • Arthroscopic Surgery
  • Meniscal Repair

Dr. Vander Schilden's Areas of Expertise

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

Sports Medicine (Part of Orthopaedics)

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Orthopedic surgeon working on female patient

Orthopaedics

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Locations Where Dr. Vander Schilden Practices

UAMS Orthopaedic Clinic, Colonel Glenn Road

Orthopaedic Clinic — 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
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Patient Ratings & Reviews

Average Ratings

Explained Things Clearly
0.0 out of 5
Listened Carefully
4.7 out of 5
Knew Important Medical History
4.4 out of 5
Gave Enough Information about Health and Treatment
4.7 out of 5
Trust Provider
4.7 out of 5
Recommend Provider
4.8 out of 5

Overall: 4.7 out of 5

(286 Ratings, 41 Comments)

Individual Reviews

5 out of 5

Comment

Thank you UAMS Ortho.

Date

Nov 25, 2019
3 out of 5

Comment

Ladies at front desk were very nice

Date

Oct 15, 2019
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr. Jack Vandershilden is simply the best.....what else can i say.

Date

Oct 15, 2019
5 out of 5

Comment

Excellent care, professional and courteous.

Date

Oct 10, 2019
5 out of 5

Comment

From check in to check out everyone was excellent.

Date

Oct 8, 2019
5 out of 5

Comment

I love Dr. V!!! He is honest and upfront about my condition and the prognosis long term. I completely trust him and his staff with my care!!!

Date

Oct 7, 2019
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Make an Appointment With Dr. Vander Schilden

New patients can make an appointment by contacting the clinic directly or by calling the UAMS Health appointment line at (501) 686-8000.

Existing patients also have the option to request an appointment online through UAMS MyChart.

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Mailing Address: 4301 West Markham Street, Little Rock, AR 72205
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