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Simon C. Mears, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

Overview

Areas of Expertise
Hip and Knee Orthopaedics
Orthopaedics
Provides Second Opinion
Yes
Patient Type
Adults
Language
English
4.3 out of 5
475 Patient Satisfaction Ratings
92 comments

Primary Appointment Location

Orthopaedic Clinic — Shackleford
2 Shackleford W Blvd.
Little Rock, 72211

Appointment Phone Number
(501) 526-1046
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Simon C. Mears, M.D.

Make an Appointment With Dr. Mears

New patients can make an appointment by contacting the clinic directly or by calling the main UAMS appointment line at (501) 686-8000.

Existing patients also have the option to request an appointment online through UAMS MyChart.

About Dr. Mears

Dr. Simon Mears is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences as well as a professor of orthopaedic surgery in the College of Medicine at UAMS. His special interests include total hip and knee replacement, hip fracture care, and geriatric orthopaedics.
Dr. Mears earned a 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. He has won the prestigious Jahnigen Award in geriatric medicine. Dr. Mears practiced at the Johns Hopkins University for ten years and served there as Chairman of Orthopaedic Surgery at the Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center.
Dr. Mears specializes in hip and knee replacement including both primary and revision surgery. His research interests include the clinical outcomes of geriatric patients and the biomechanics of fixation in osteoporotic bone. He is currently vice president of the International Geriatric Fracture Society and Deputy editor for the Journal Geriatric Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation.

Conditions Treated

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Medical Treatments and Procedures Performed

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Dr. Mears's Areas of Expertise

Senior Couple Climbing Hill On Hike Through Countryside

Hip and Knee Orthopaedics

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Orthopedic surgeon working on female patient

Orthopaedics

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Dr. Mears's Academic Background

Academic Appointments

Orthopaedic Surgery
Professor

Education

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

Professional Certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Dr. Mears's Research

Research Interests

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

UAMS Research Profile

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Locations Where Dr. Mears Practices

UAMS Orthopaedic Clinic on Shackleford

Orthopaedic Clinic — Shackleford Primary Location

2 Shackleford W Blvd.
Little Rock, AR 72211

Appointment Phone Number
(501) 526-1046
New and Returning Patients
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UAMS Medical Center exterior

UAMS Medical Center

4301 W. Markham St.
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
(501) 686-8000
New and Returning Patients
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Exterior of Baptist-UAMS Ortho

UAMS Baptist Health Orthopaedic Clinic — Conway

625 United Drive
Suite 350
Conway, AR 72032

Appointment Phone Number
(501) 358-6792
New and Returning Patients
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Patient Ratings & Reviews

Average Ratings

Explained Things Clearly
4.8 out of 5
Listened Carefully
4.4 out of 5
Knew Important Medical History
4.1 out of 5
Gave Enough Information about Health and Treatment
4.2 out of 5
Trust Provider
4.4 out of 5
Recommend Provider
4.6 out of 5

Overall: 4.3 out of 5

(475 Ratings, 92 Comments)

Individual Reviews

5 out of 5

Comment

Everyone greeted me with respect. The nurses were patient to explain the questions. The doctor listened to concerns and addressed them.

Date

Nov 25, 2019
5 out of 5

Comment

I have nothing else to say about my experience in this case

Date

Nov 25, 2019
2 out of 5

Comment

I was sent to this doctor by another doctor over at UMAS and when I got there he told me I have no idea why you're here. I said the other doctor sent me to you. And he basically didn't listen he told me twice. He basically said you need to see this doctor first well yes, maybe so but he told me I need to see you first and he just didn't seem to want to listen, thank you.

Date

Oct 14, 2019
5 out of 5

Comment

Firstly, this was a scheduled follow up visit so my answer to question #1 is no because I did not ask for this visit. Next, it took over an hour to see the doctor after my weight and vital signs were taken. Finally, an APRN came in to see me after I asked where the doctor was. I told him that I came to see the doctor not him. The reason we needed to talk to the doctor was I had a question as to when I could get my knee replacement scheduled. Communication with the doctor was great after I finally saw the doctor.

Date

Oct 14, 2019
5 out of 5

Comment

I wish to thank all who have spoken,treated,and or seem me.

Date

Oct 14, 2019
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr.Mears, Rn,X-Ray and the lady's the check me was great.. The lab tech 1st one was very rude... I'm a very hard person to draw blood.And I told her were the best place was to draw blood from. And she put her stuff down and said i don't do that and walk out.So and diff lady came in and I told her were and best place was. She kept looking at other places and I told her at would blow. She blowed 3 place before she would listen and on the 4th place she got it.And the first tech come back in and she was rude and keep running her mouth and put hand in front of me and said I should have veins like her. Well don't and I don't like being stuck 4 to 12 times. I didn't appreciate her rudeness.I hope my lab work came out ok. The way she did it I Hope it didn't hemolyzed.

Date

Oct 10, 2019

Make an Appointment With Dr. Mears

New patients can make an appointment by contacting the clinic directly or by calling the main UAMS appointment line at (501) 686-8000.

Existing patients also have the option to request an appointment online through UAMS MyChart.