Jonathan A. Laryea, M.D. Colorectal Surgeon
Primary Appointment Location
Surgical Oncology Clinic
449 Jack Stephens Drive
UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Numbers
- 501-296-1200
New Patients - 501-686-8211
Returning Patients
Overview
- Areas of Expertise
- Digestive Health
- Cancer Care
- Gastrointestinal Cancer Care
- Accepting New Patients
- Yes
- Patient Types
- Adults
- Children and Adolescents
- Language
- English
About Dr. Laryea
Clinical Biography
Dr. Jonathan A. Laryea is a Professor of Surgery and Chief of the Division of Colon & Rectal Surgery in the Department of Surgery at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS).
He completed his medical training at the University of Ghana Medical School in 1998. Afterward, he completed his internal medicine internship at St. Raphael’s Hospital (a Yale Affiliate) in New Haven, Connecticut. He then did his General Surgery Internship and Residency at Waterbury Hospital Health Center (a Yale University Affiliate) in Waterbury, Connecticut. He then completed a Colon and Rectal Surgery Fellowship at Georgia Colon and Rectal Surgery Clinic in Atlanta.
Dr. Laryea is board certified in General Surgery, Colorectal Surgery, and Clinical Informatics. He is a member of numerous surgical societies. In addition to serving on multiple committees, he also serves on the Executive Council of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons.
Dr. Laryea is the Medical Director of the Cancer Service Line at the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute at UAMS. He also serves as the Arkansas State Chair for the Commission on Cancer for the American College of Surgeons. He previously served as the Associate Program Director for the Surgery Residency Program for several years and Chair of the Admissions Committee of the College of Medicine at UAMS. His clinical interests are in minimally invasive surgery including advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery for colorectal cancer and other colorectal diseases. His research interests include racial disparities in cancer care and using Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence to predict cancer outcomes.
Dr. Laryea's Academic Background
Faculty Appointments
- Department of Surgery — Division of Surgical Oncology
- Professor
Professional Certifications
- American Heart Association — Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- American College of Surgeons — Advanced Trauma Life Support
- American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery — Colon and Rectal Surgery
- American Board of Surgery — General Surgery
- American Board of Preventive Medicine — Clinical Informatics
Conditions Diagnosed or Treated by Dr. Laryea
UAMS Health providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.
Medical Treatments and Procedures Performed or Prescribed by Dr. Laryea
UAMS Health providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.
- Anal Sphincter Repair
- Cancer Surgery
- Colon and Rectal Surgery
- Colonic J-pouch Procedure
- Colonoscopy
- Complex Anorectal Reconstructions
- Endorectal and Anal Ultrasonography
- Ileal J-pouch procedure
- Laparoscopic Colon and Rectal Resections
- Robotic Colon and Rectal Resections
- Transanal Endoscopic Microsurgery
Dr. Laryea's Areas of Expertise
Digestive Health
With highly skilled and trained specialists and the latest technology, UAMS Health's digestive health services are the most complete in the state.
Cancer Care
The UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute is Arkansas’ most comprehensive cancer treatment and research facility.
Gastrointestinal Cancer Care (Part of Cancer Care)
Cancers of the digestive system can be very serious, impacting both survival and quality of life.
Locations Where Dr. Laryea Practices
Surgical Oncology Clinic , Primary Location
449 Jack Stephens Drive
UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Numbers
- 501-296-1200
New Patients - 501-686-8211
Returning Patients
Comment
Thank you for helping me with my medical problem.
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Mar 28, 2025Comment
I like the doctor just had the wait time
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Mar 14, 2025Comment
Cannot really give an accurate score since the doctor never showed up to the call.
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Mar 14, 2025Comment
I would recommend Dr. Laryea to anyone needing someone with his specialty.
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Mar 09, 2025Comment
I am very pleased with the care I've received
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Mar 09, 2025Comment
I was seen by both a resident and Dr. Laryea, They were both outstanding, professional and put me at ease in a potentially embarrassing situation. Their professionalism shown through and they were good humored while super efficient.
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Dec 27, 2024Comment
Dr. Laryea is the very best! I have trusted him with my life for 12 years!
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Dec 15, 2024Comment
I was very pleased with my physician visit.
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Nov 25, 2024Comment
Dr Laryea is an exceptional doctor. He makes me feel well taken care of and cared about
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Nov 15, 2024Comment
This doctor is the best doctor on the 7th floor!!!
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Nov 02, 2024