Michael P. Israel, M.D. Adolescent Medicine Physician (Pediatrics)

Primary Appointment Location

Arkansas Children’s Hospital
1 Children's Way
Little Rock, AR 72202

Appointment Phone Numbers: 501-263-2644
Primary Care; 501-222-4596
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Overview

Areas of Expertise: Pediatric Care; Sports Medicine; Orthopaedics
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Patient Type: Children and Adolescents
Language: English

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About Dr. Israel

As a non-surgical sports medicine physician, Dr. Michael Israel treats a multitude of sports-related medical issues. He is the only physician in Central Arkansas with board certification in both pediatrics and sports medicine. Dr. Israel earned his undergraduate degree from Vanderbilt University and his medical degree from the University of South Alabama. He completed his residency in pediatrics at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in 2013. After residency, he completed his sports medicine fellowship training in 2014 at the American Sports Medicine Institute in Birmingham, Alabama under the guidance of Dr. James Andrews and Dr. Jody Ortega.

Dr. Israel has provided sports coverage for many high schools and colleges. He serves as the sports medicine advisor for the athletic programs of the Little Rock, Jacksonville, and White Hall School Districts and is a member of the Arkansas Activities Association Sports Medicine Advisory Committee. He currently sees patients in the orthopedic clinic and the Arkansas Children’s Hospital Sports-Related Concussion clinic.

Dr. Israel's Academic Background

Faculty Appointments

Orthopaedic Surgery: Assistant Professor

Education

Fellowship: American Sports Medicine Institute — Andrews Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center (Birmingham, Ala.)
Sports Medicine Fellowship
Residency: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Pediatrics Residency
Medical School: University of South Alabama
Undergraduate Education: Vanderbilt University

Conditions Treated

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

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.

Physical Therapy

Dr. Israel's Areas of Expertise

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Pediatric Care

You want the very best medical care for your child. Our doctors care for pediatric patients with state-of-the-art equipment and technology.

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Sports Medicine (Part of Orthopaedics)

From the beginner to the weekend warrior or senior athlete, all skill levels can benefit from our services to help you heal and get back to your activities.

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