Simon C. Mears, M.D. Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgeon

Primary Appointment Location

Orthopaedic Clinic on Shackleford
2 Shackleford West Blvd.
Little Rock, AR 72211

Appointment Phone Numbers: 501-526-1046
New Patients; 501-614-2663
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Overview

Areas of Expertise: Hip and Knee Orthopaedics; Orthopaedics
Accepting New Patients: Yes
Provides Second Opinion: Yes
Patient Type: Adults
Language: English

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About Dr. Mears

Dr. Simon Mears is a board certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee joint-related conditions. His special interests include total hip and knee replacement, hip fracture care, and geriatric orthopedics. He sees patients at the UAMS Health Orthopaedic Clinic located at 2 Shackelford W. Blvd. in Little Rock and at the UAMS Orthopaedic and Spine Clinic in North Little Rock.

Dr. Mears earned his medical degree and a Ph.D. degree in Neurobiology from the University of Pittsburgh. He completed his orthopaedic residency at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He completed a fellowship in orthopaedic traumatology at the R. Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center at the University of Maryland as well as a second fellowship in hip and knee replacement at the Mayo Clinic.

Prior to joining UAMS in 2015, Dr. Mears practiced at the Johns Hopkins University for ten years and served as Chair of Orthopaedic Surgery at the Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. Dr. Mears also served as the Division Chief of Adult Arthroplasty and Joint Reconstruction at the University of Florida in 2024. He returned to UAMS in January 2025.

Dr. Mears is actively involved in national orthopedic organizations, including the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and the Association of American Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS). He is also a member of the prestigious Hip Society and Knee Society and has won the prestigious Jahnigen Award in geriatric medicine.

Dr. Mears is also an avid researcher with numerous peer-reviewed publications and invited presentations. His research interests include the clinical outcomes of geriatric patients and the biomechanics of fixation in osteoporotic bone.

A Team Approach to Managing Care for Patients With Complex Hip or Knee Conditions Prior to Surgery (Video)

Dr. Simon Mears discusses how the UAMS Health orthopaedic team develops a customized plan that maximizes the quality of patient outcomes after surgery.

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Move Better With Less Hip and Knee Pain (Video)

Dr. Simon Mears, fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon, shares how improving the quality of life for patients is the goal of the UAMS Health orthopaedic team.

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Dr. Simon Mears on the Myth That “Newer Is Better” In Hip and Knee Implants (Video)

Dr. Simon Mears cautions patients to bear in mind that when it comes to hip and knee implants, newer doesn’t always mean better.

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Meet Dr. Simon Mears, Fellowship-trained Orthopaedic Hip and Knee Surgeon (Video)

Dr. Simon Mears is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon at UAMS Health, specializing in hip and knee joint-related conditions.

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Dr. Mears' Academic Background

Faculty Appointments

Department of Orthopaedic Surgery: Professor

Education and Training

Fellowship: Mayo Clinic
Hip and Knee Replacement
Fellowship: University of Maryland Hospital
Orthopaedic Traumatology
Residency: Johns Hopkins University
Orthopaedic Surgery
Internship: Johns Hopkins University
Orthopaedic Surgery
Medical School: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Postgraduate Education: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Doctorate in Neurobiology

Professional Certifications

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery — Orthopaedic Surgery

Associations

American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons

Dr. Mears' Research

Research Interests

The clinical outcomes of geriatric patients; The biomechanics of fixation in osteoporotic bone

UAMS Research Profile

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Conditions Diagnosed or Treated by Dr. Mears

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Medical Treatments and Procedures Performed or Prescribed by Dr. Mears

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Dr. Mears' Areas of Expertise

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Hip and Knee Orthopaedics (Part of Orthopaedics)

UAMS Health Orthopaedics is renowned for its expertise in performing joint replacements and minimally invasive surgeries that involve the hip and knee.

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