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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Dr. 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
UAMS Research Profile
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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

OrthoNow (Part of the Orthopaedic and Spine Hospital)
801 Cottage Drive
Little Rock, AR 72205
- General Information
- 501-686-8674
Comment
Excellent!
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Dec 19, 2024Comment
Very good
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Dec 05, 2024Comment
I always appreciate Dr. Overley's patience in answering my questions.
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Dec 01, 2024Comment
Dr. Samuel Overley, Dr. [NAME], Dr. [NAME] and my two nurses [NAME] and [NAME] all made my experience at UAMS very good.
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Nov 04, 2024Comment
Took time to explain what is wrong and what has to be done to fix.
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Nov 02, 2024Comment
I felt so great to have this type of concern from the staff
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Nov 01, 2024Comment
At this point I still haven't seen my dr just a PA and student
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Oct 11, 2024Comment
He explained everything to my my level of thinking and answered all my questions and concerns. He explained that they couldn't fix everything the first time and six months after the first surgery I could have the second and it would be fixed. I have a lot of confidence in myPhysician.
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Oct 03, 2024Comment
Every employee, doctors, nurses, x-ray, office personnel are all exceptional, professional, knowledgeable men and women.
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Sep 13, 2024Comment
As always I leave with a feeling of hope. Dr Overley and [NAME] are a great team and patiently listen. They are very good at explaining my issues and treatment options. I know I'm at the right place. Sometimes the wait is LONG but that isn't their fault.
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Sep 11, 2024