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Navin R. Kilambi, M.D. Sports Medicine Orthopaedic Surgeon

Primary Appointment Location

Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Clinic in Fayetteville
201 W. Van Asche Loop
Fayetteville, AR 72703

Appointment Phone Number
479-966-4491
New and Returning Patients
View Location View All Locations

Overview

Accepting New Patients
Yes
Provides Second Opinion
Yes
Patient Types
Adults
Children and Adolescents
Language
English
4.7 out of 5
375 Patient Satisfaction Ratings
109 comments
Navin R. Kilambi, M.D.

Contents

  • Make an Appointment
  • About
  • Resources
  • Academic Background
  • Research
  • Locations
  • Ratings & Reviews

Make an Appointment With Dr. Kilambi

New patients can make an appointment by contacting the clinic directly.

Existing patients also have the option of requesting an appointment online through UAMS Health MyChart.

About Dr. Kilambi

Clinical Biography

Navin R. Kilambi, M.D., specializes in sports medicine and orthopaedic surgery and has extensive experience with minimally invasive joint surgery.

He treats patients both non-surgically as needed and surgically including numerous orthopaedic procedures of the shoulder; rotator cuff and labrum; knee ligaments; meniscus; and cartilage; elbow pain; tendon injuries and tendinitis; carpal tunnel; and fracture care.

Dr. Kilambi brings two decades of experience as an orthopaedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist treating athletes in all levels of organized sports, as well as non-athletes that experience pain or injury in everyday life. He loves living in the area he grew up in and caring for the wonderful people of the Northwest Arkansas region.

Navin R. Kilambi, M.D. | Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgeon | UAMS Health

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Dr. Kilambi's Academic Background

Academic Biography

Navin R. Kilambi, M.D., is a Fayetteville native and alumnus of Fayetteville High School (valedictorian) and the University of Arkansas (summa cum laude) with a bachelor’s in chemical engineering.

He completed his medical degree at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock (Alpha Omega Alpha, highest honors).

He then served in the U.S. Navy on ships and hospitals and completed his residency in orthopaedic surgery in Naval Medical Center San Diego. He concluded his Navy service as a staff orthopaedic surgeon in San Diego with attachment to USNS Mercy Hospital Ship.

Dr. Kilambi did his fellowship in sports medicine and arthroscopy at the prestigious Cincinnati Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center where he cared for a variety of patients and injuries including athletes from high schools through the NFL’s Cincinnati Bengals.

Faculty Appointments

Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
Assistant Professor

Education and Training

Fellowship
Cincinnati Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center
Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy
Residency
Naval Medical Center San Diego
Orthopaedic Surgery
Medical School
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Alpha Omega Alpha, Highest Honors
Undergraduate Education
University of Arkansas
Chemical Engineering, Summa Cum Laude

Professional Certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery — Orthopaedic Surgery

Associations

  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • American Medical Association
  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons — Sports Medicine Evaluation Subcommittee
  • Arthroscopy Association of North America
  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • Southern Medical Association
  • American College of Sports Medicine
  • Arkansas Medical Society

Dr. Kilambi's Research

Dr. Kilambi has published multiple articles regarding Orthopaedic Surgery, including research on early post‐traumatic osteoarthritis‐like changes following the rupture of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament.

He also served as a contributing editor for the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons’ Sports Medicine Evaluation publications.

Locations Where Dr. Kilambi Practices

Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Clinic exterior

Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Clinic in Fayetteville , Primary Location

201 W. Van Asche Loop
Fayetteville, AR 72703

Appointment Phone Number
479-966-4491
New and Returning Patients
View Location Get Directions
Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Clinic in Lowell

Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Clinic in Lowell

507 W. Monroe Ave.
Suite A
Lowell, AR 72745

Appointment Phone Number
479-334-7030
New and Returning Patients
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ACH Northwest exterior

Arkansas Children’s Northwest

2601 S. Gene George Blvd.
Springdale, AR 72762

Appointment Phone Number
479-334-3485
New and Returning Patients
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Patient Ratings & Reviews

Average Ratings

Likelihood of recommending this provider
4.9 out of 5
Provider discussed treatment options
4.9 out of 5
Provider explained things clearly
4.9 out of 5
Provider included you in decisions
4.9 out of 5
Provider showed concern
4.9 out of 5

Overall: 4.7 out of 5

(375 Ratings, 109 Comments)

Individual Reviews

5 out of 5

Comment

Plan of additional care was addressed.

Date

Mar 27, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr. Kilambi was so professional, warm, and courteous. I've already recommended him to anyone who will listen to me. I'm so glad I found him.

Date

Mar 11, 2025
3.8 out of 5

Comment

DR didn't give me a prognosis, what can be done to fix my ankle, can Dr call me?

Date

Feb 24, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Excellent in all areas

Date

Jan 17, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

They explained my problem in a way that I could understand all that was happening and why!

Date

Jan 16, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

I will recommend this Orthopedic clinic and staff to anyone who needs this type of medical service.

Date

Jan 16, 2025
More Recent Reviews
5 out of 5

Comment

Plan of additional care was addressed.

Date

Mar 27, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr. Kilambi was so professional, warm, and courteous. I've already recommended him to anyone who will listen to me. I'm so glad I found him.

Date

Mar 11, 2025
3.8 out of 5

Comment

DR didn't give me a prognosis, what can be done to fix my ankle, can Dr call me?

Date

Feb 24, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Excellent in all areas

Date

Jan 17, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

They explained my problem in a way that I could understand all that was happening and why!

Date

Jan 16, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

I will recommend this Orthopedic clinic and staff to anyone who needs this type of medical service.

Date

Jan 16, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Appreciated Dr Kilambi's considerate and professional approach.

Date

Jan 06, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

I learned of all the different options and was not pressured to make any immediate decisions.

Date

Dec 31, 2024
5 out of 5

Comment

I never rate anyone very good, on any survey. Great staff.

Date

Dec 12, 2024
5 out of 5

Comment

Highly recommend!

Date

Dec 10, 2024

Make an Appointment With Dr. Kilambi

New patients can make an appointment by contacting the clinic directly.

Existing patients also have the option of requesting an appointment online through UAMS Health MyChart.

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