John W. Bracey Jr., M.D. Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon
Primary Appointment Location
Orthopaedic Clinic on Autumn Road
600 Autumn Road
Little Rock, AR 72211
- Appointment Phone Numbers
- 501-526-1046
New Patients - 501-320-7776
Returning Patients
Overview
- Areas of Expertise
- Hand and Upper Extremity Orthopaedics
- Orthopaedics
- Digital Health & Innovation
- Accepting New Patients
- Yes
- Provides Second Opinion
- Yes
- Patient Types
- Adults
- Children and Adolescents
- Language
- English
About Dr. Bracey
Clinical Biography
Dr. John W. Bracey Jr. is an Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and Arkansas Children’s Hospital specializing in the treatment of upper extremity injuries. His clinical interest include trauma to the hand, wrist and elbow as well as complex peripheral nerve injuries including the brachial plexus.
He earned his medical degree from UAMS where he was awarded the Faculty Key given to the top graduating student. He continued his training at UAMS in the Orthopaedic Residency program where he earned the Residency Leadership and Teaching Award. In July of this year, he completed a fellowship in Hand and Upper Extremity at OrthoCarolina in Charlotte, N.C., under the direction of Dr. Glen Gaston. A significant portion of his fellowship training concentrated on brachial plexus and complex peripheral nerve injuries. He additionally traveled to Florianopolis, Brazil, to study under Dr. Jayme Bertelli, an expert in brachial plexus injuries.
In addition to his passion for patient care, Bracey is an avid researcher with interests in hand trauma, wrist arthritis and peripheral nerve injuries. He’s been published in numerous scholarly journals and has presented his research at multiple national meetings.
Dr. Bracey's Academic Background
Faculty Appointments
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
- Assistant Professor
Education and Training
- Fellowship
- OrthoCarolina
Hand & Upper Extremity Fellowship - Residency
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Orthopaedic Surgery - Medical School
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Professional Certifications
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery — Orthopaedic Surgery
Dr. Bracey's Research
Research Interests
Hand trauma; Wrist arthritis; Peripheral nerve injuriesUAMS Research Profile
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Conditions Diagnosed or Treated by Dr. Bracey
UAMS Health providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.
- Arthritis
- Axillary Nerve Palsy
- Brachial Plexus Conditions and Injuries
- Brachial Plexus Palsy
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
- Elbow Injuries
- Hand and Arm Fractures
- Hand Deformities
- Hand Injuries
- Orthopaedic Trauma
- Peripheral nerve injuries
- Tetraplegia
- Trigger Finger
- Upper Extremity Dysfunctions
- Upper Extremity Loss of Function
- Upper Extremity Trauma
- Wrist Injuries
Medical Treatments and Procedures Performed or Prescribed by Dr. Bracey
UAMS Health providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.
Dr. Bracey's Areas of Expertise
Hand and Upper Extremity Orthopaedics (Part of Orthopaedics)
At UAMS, our fellowship-trained hand and upper extremity surgeons care for acute injuries and chronic conditions of the hand, wrist, finger, and forearm.
Orthopaedics
UAMS Health is recognized nationally and internationally for its expertise in orthopaedics.
Digital Health & Innovation
From virtual care for patients to virtual consults for doctors across Arkansas, our goal is to improve quality and access to clinical care.
Locations Where Dr. Bracey Practices
Orthopaedic Clinic on Autumn Road , Primary Location
600 Autumn Road
Little Rock, AR 72211
- Appointment Phone Numbers
- 501-526-1046
New Patients - 501-320-7776
Returning Patients
Arkansas Children’s Hospital
1 Children's Way
Little Rock, AR 72202
- Appointment Phone Numbers
- 501-263-2644
Primary Care - 501-222-4596
Specialty Care