Samuel C. Overley, M.D. Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon
Primary Appointment Location
Orthopaedic Clinic on Colonel Glenn
10815 Colonel Glenn Road
Suite 500
Little Rock, AR 72204
- Appointment Phone Numbers
- 501-526-1046
New Patients - 501-406-9201
Returning Patients
Overview
- Areas of Expertise
- Orthopaedics
- Spine Care
- Accepting New Patients
- Yes
- Patient Type
- Adults
- Language
- English
About Dr. Overley
Clinical Biography
Samuel C. Overley, M.D., is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon, who specializes in surgical and nonsurgical treatment for a wide variety of spinal conditions, including cervical, thoracic and lumbar problems as well as spine tumors and trauma. His mentorship from both neurosurgeons and orthopaedic surgeons has given him unique experience in treating a wide range of spinal conditions as well as performing minimally invasive spine surgery.
Dr. Overley graduated summa cum laude in Honors Studies with a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science. He earned his medical degree with highest honors from the University of Texas Health Science Center – San Antonio. He completed his residency in orthopaedic surgery at The Mount Sinai Hospital in New York, New York, where he was elected chief resident. This was followed by a fellowship in spine surgery at the Cleveland Clinic. Alongside his clinical role, he serves as an Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery within the Departments of Orthopaedic Surgery and Neurosurgery at the College of Medicine at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.
Dr. Overley was selected an American Orthopaedic Association Emerging Leader in 2017 and received a Best Paper Award from the Global Spine Journal for his 2017 manuscript “Return to Play in Contact Athletes Following Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion: a Meta-Analysis.”
In 2022, Dr. Overley was named one of the nation’s outstanding young spine care providers by the North American Spine Society’s SpineLine magazine in its fifth annual “20 Under 40” list honoring spine professionals under the age of 40.
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Resources Related to Dr. Overley
Does Back and Neck Pain Require Surgery? (Video)
UAMS Health orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Sam Overley answers some common questions about back and neck pain.
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Meet Dr. Samuel Overley, Orthopaedic Surgeon (Video)
Dr. Samuel C. Overley is an orthopaedic spine surgeon providing surgical and nonsurgical treatment for a wide variety of spinal conditions at UAMS Health.
Watch the VideoDr. Overley's Academic Background
Faculty Appointments
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
- Assistant Professor
Education and Training
- Fellowship
- Cleveland Clinic
Spine Surgery - Residency
- Mount Sinai School of Medicine
Orthopaedic Surgery, Chief Resident - Medical School
- The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
Dr. Overley's Research
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Conditions Diagnosed or Treated by Dr. Overley
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Medical Treatments and Procedures Performed or Prescribed by Dr. Overley
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Dr. Overley's Areas of Expertise
Orthopaedics
UAMS Health is recognized nationally and internationally for its expertise in orthopaedics.
Spine Care (Part of Orthopaedics)
UAMS Health offers a complete range of services for the treatment of spinal conditions, no matter the cause.
Locations Where Dr. Overley Practices
Orthopaedic Clinic on Colonel Glenn , Primary Location
10815 Colonel Glenn Road
Suite 500
Little Rock, AR 72204
- Appointment Phone Numbers
- 501-526-1046
New Patients - 501-406-9201
Returning Patients
UAMS Baptist Health Orthopaedic Clinic in Conway
625 United Drive
Baptist Health Medical Office Building
Suite 350
Conway, AR 72032
- Appointment Phone Number
- 501-358-6792
New and Returning Patients
Orthopaedic and Spine Hospital
801 Cottage Drive
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Number
- 501-526-1046
New and Returning Patients
Comment
Samuel Overley is an amazing surgeon and has a great personality to boot.
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Jul 26, 2024Comment
Everything was good, except for the 1 hour wait for the doctor.
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Jul 26, 2024Comment
I have a good feeling and hope for the best
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May 10, 2024Comment
It was a good experience.
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May 01, 2024Comment
Fully met my concerns and expectations.
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Apr 17, 2024Comment
Now I've gotten excellent results from Dr. Overley's surgery. I have the utmost confidence in Dr. Overley as a physician and I would definitely recommend him to anyone that needs his kind attention. Thank you.
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Apr 03, 2024Comment
Dr. Overley took the time to sit down and answer all of my questions. I know he is busy, but I never felt like he was in a rush to get to the next patient.
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Mar 27, 2024Comment
I was very satisfied with my experience from the doctor that the news that I wanted to hear. And I was very comfortable.
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Mar 08, 2024Comment
Waited for over an hour after appointed time.
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Feb 02, 2024Comment
I had an outstanding experience with UAMS Health staff. Thank you
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Jan 24, 2024