Joshua D. Estes, M.D. Physiatrist
Primary Appointment Location
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic in the Spine Institute
501 Jack Stephens Drive
UAMS Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Number
- 501-686-6067
New and Returning Patients
Overview
- Area of Expertise
- Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
- Accepting New Patients
- Yes
- Provides Second Opinion
- Yes
- Patient Type
- Adults
- Language
- English
About Dr. Estes
Clinical Biography
Dr. Josh Estes is a physiatrist and assistant professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation, Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. He specializes in improving functional abilities lost due to neurological conditions, chronic and debilitating illnesses, and traumatic injuries, such as spinal cord injuries, stroke, amputation, and brain injuries.
As a physiatrist, Dr. Estes’ knowledge and training spans musculoskeletal medicine, rehabilitation, orthopedic and neurologic conditions, nerve conditions and nerve testing (EMG), traumatic brain injury (TBI), spinal cord injury (SCI), and neurodegenerative conditions. He delivers personalized care aimed at accurately evaluating functional impairments and designing a comprehensive, nonsurgical treatment plan in coordination with a multidisciplinary team of specialists focused on early rehabilitation, pain management, and prevention of complications to optimize patient outcomes. He offers a variety of treatment strategies and interventions to restore function, including ultrasound-guided injections, spasticity management, and orthotics and prosthetics.
Dr. Estes' Academic Background
Academic Biography
Dr. Estes graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology from the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville. He completed both medical school and his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at UAMS.
Dr. Estes has obtained certifications in INSTEP (International Standards for the Examination of Spinal Cord Injury), SKINSTEP (Skin and Spinal Cord Injury Education and Practice), and UROSTEP (Urology and Spinal Cord Injury Education and Practice) from the American Spinal Injury Association (ASIA). He is a member of the American Spinal Injury Association, Academy of Spinal Cord Injury Professionals, American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and the Association of Academic Physiatrists.
Education and Training
- Residency
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - Medical School
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
- Undergraduate Education
- University of Arkansas
Bachelor of Science in Biology
Associations
- American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
- Association of Academic Physiatrists
Conditions Diagnosed or Treated by Dr. Estes
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. Estes
UAMS Health providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.
Dr. Estes' Areas of Expertise
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R), also known as physiatry, is a medical specialty focused on restoring function for people with physical impairments
Locations Where Dr. Estes Practices
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic in the Spine Institute , Primary Location
501 Jack Stephens Drive
UAMS Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Number
- 501-686-6067
New and Returning Patients
UAMS Medical Center
4301 W. Markham St.
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Number
- 501-686-8000
New and Returning Patients