Tyler L. CarlLee, M.D. 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
Overview
- Accepting New Patients
- Yes
- Provides Second Opinion
- Yes
- Patient Types
- Adults
- Children and Adolescents
- Language
- English

About Dr. CarlLee
Clinical Biography
Tyler L. CarlLee, M.D., is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in disorders of the shoulder, elbow and knee. Dr. CarlLee was born and raised in Little Rock, Arkansas, and is a proud Little Rock Central Tiger. He attended the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, graduating summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Finance.
He completed medical school at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), where he was awarded the A.J. Thompson, Ethel Brickey Hicks, Barton Foundation, Class of 1957, Carlton Sturms, Roberta and Dorothy Bowling, and Winston K. Shorey Scholarships. He received the Schlumberger, Buchanan Key, Horace Marvin and Whitney Awards for outstanding academic achievement. He was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society during his third year of medical school.
After graduating from UAMS at the top of his class, he completed his internship and orthopaedic surgery residency at the prestigious University of Iowa in Iowa City, Iowa. During his residency he received several awards, including the Resident Teacher of the Year Award in 2019 and the Making A Difference Award for Patient Care. He also helped provide care for the Iowa Hawkeyes collegiate athletic teams during his training.
Following his orthopaedic surgery residency, Dr. CarlLee completed a Sports Medicine and Shoulder/Elbow Fellowship at OrthoCarolina in Charlotte, North Carolina, where he trained alongside recognized leaders in the fields of sports medicine and shoulder/elbow surgery. He worked with the Carolina Panthers NFL football team and the Charlotte Knights (AAA affiliate of the Chicago White Sox) baseball team. He also helped to provide care for the the Charlotte Forty-Niners football and basketball teams as well as athletes at Davidson College, Queens College, Gardner-Webb University, and J. C. Smith College. He was the team physician for West Charlotte High School.
Dr. CarlLee performs a number of procedures, including knee arthroscopy with meniscus repair, partial meniscectomy, ACL reconstruction, shoulder arthroscopy with rotator cuff repair, and labral repair. He also treats traumatic injuries to the shoulder, elbow and knee. He has received unique and focused training in complex procedures of the knee including multi-ligamentous reconstruction, bone realignment procedures, cartilage preservation and restoration procedures. Dr. CarlLee has published peer-reviewed journal articles, presented research nationally, and has served an editor and reviewer for an orthopaedic journal.
Dr. CarlLee and his family were thrilled with the opportunity to return to Arkansas and join the UAMS team. He is excited to serve the Northwest Arkansas community.
Dr. CarlLee's Academic Background
Faculty Appointments
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
- Assistant Professor
Education and Training
- Fellowship
- OrthoCarolina
Sports Medicine and Shoulder & Elbow Fellowship - Residency
- University of Iowa - College of Medicine
Orthopaedic Surgery Residency - Medical School
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Graduated First in Class - Undergraduate Education
- University of Arkansas
Bachelor's Degrees in Biology and Finance
Professional Certifications
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery — Orthopaedic Surgery
Dr. CarlLee's Research
Dr. CarlLee has published research in the field of ligament reconstruction, including ACL reconstruction and Tommy John elbow reconstruction. He was also the principal investigator for the research grant funded by the Orthopaedic Trauma Association, Does Contact Stress Better Predict PTOA and Patient Outcomes in Patients with Displaced Acetabular Fractures Following ORIF?
Locations Where Dr. CarlLee Practices

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

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

Arkansas Children’s Northwest
2601 S. Gene George Blvd.
Springdale, AR 72762
- Appointment Phone Number
- 479-334-3485
New and Returning Patients
Comment
Total enjoyable experience!
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Jul 31, 2024Comment
Dr. Carllee is one of the most knowledgeable and personable surgeons I have ever had.
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Jul 31, 2024Comment
I just want to say that Dr. Carllee was very helpful. I have seen several doctors to treat my ankle and even though it's not his specialty, he was able to give me enough information to help me deciding the best path for my treatment. And he was very knowledgeable and he took the time to explain me everything that I have questions about and going, you know, way beyond finding care from other clinics. So I am extremely thankful for him and the attention that he gave me.
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Jul 30, 2024Comment
Excellent service
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Jul 30, 2024Comment
Dr Carllee is great. Best doctor I have ever seen
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Jul 19, 2024Comment
I very much appreciate the time my doctor took to explain my condition and treatment options
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Jul 16, 2024Comment
Very, considerate and professional.
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Jul 09, 2024Comment
Dr. Carllee is amazing and takes a wonderful approach to my health care and is cautious and considerate always.
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Jul 03, 2024Comment
I will be back for shoulder treatment
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Jul 02, 2024Comment
I was very happy with my care
Date
Jun 25, 2024