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Viktoras Palys, M.D. Neurosurgeon

Primary Appointment Location

Neurosurgery Clinic
501 Jack Stephens Drive
UAMS Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-5270
New and Returning Patients
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Overview

Areas of Expertise
Neurosurgery
Spine Care
Pain Management
Epilepsy Care
Accepting New Patients
Yes (Referral Required)
Patient Type
Adults
Language
English
4.3 out of 5
97 Patient Satisfaction Ratings
21 comments
Viktoras Palys, M.D.

Contents

  • Make an Appointment
  • About
  • Academic Background
  • Conditions
  • Treatments & Procedures
  • Areas of Expertise
  • Locations
  • Ratings & Reviews

Make an Appointment With Dr. Palys

Appointments for new patients are by referral only.

Existing patients can make an appointment by requesting an appointment online through UAMS Health MyChart or by contacting the clinic directly.

About Dr. Palys

Clinical Biography

Viktoras Palys, M.D., received his medical degree cum laude from Kaunas Medical University, Lithuania, followed by general surgery residency training at Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Kaunas. Later, Dr. Palys completed his general surgery internship at the University of Illinois at Chicago, Metropolitan Group Hospitals, and neurosurgery residency training at Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond. He also obtained additional functional and stereotactic neurosurgery training at Virginia Commonwealth University’s Committee on Advanced Subspecialty Training (CAST)-accredited fellowship, directed by Dr. Prof. Kathryn L. Holloway.

Dr. Palys’ main clinical and academic interests include neurosurgical treatment for epilepsy, movement disorders, pain disorders and certain psychiatric disorders through a combination of traditional evidence-based neurosurgical techniques and Gamma Knife radiosurgery along with the newest technologies, such as laser tissue ablation, responsive neurostimulation (Neuropace), vagal nerve stimulation (VNS), and deep brain stimulation (DBS), utilizing the robotic approaches.

Dr. Palys' Academic Background

Faculty Appointments

Department of Neurosurgery
Assistant Professor

Education and Training

Residency
VCU Medical Center
Neurosurgery
Internship
University of Illinois — Metropolitan Group Hospitals
General Surgery
Medical School
Kaunas University of Medicine

Associations

  • American Association of Neurological Surgeons
  • American Society for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery
  • Catholic Medical Association
  • Congress of Neurological Surgeons
  • Illinois State Medical Society
  • Medical Society of Virginia

Conditions Diagnosed or Treated by Dr. Palys

UAMS Health providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Back Pain
  • Brain and Spine Cancer
  • Brain Tumors
  • Cervical Thoracic Lumbar Discogenic
  • Dystonia
  • Movement Disorders
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Spinal Tumors
  • Spine Disorders

Medical Treatments and Procedures Performed or Prescribed by Dr. Palys

UAMS Health providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Deep Brain Stimulation

Dr. Palys' Areas of Expertise

Doctor and patient using digital tablet in hospital

Neurosurgery

Our neurosurgeons perform research, multiple clinical trials and are the leaders for simple and complex surgeries not available at other centers in Arkansas.

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Spine Care (Part of Orthopaedics)

UAMS Health offers a complete range of services for the treatment of spinal conditions, no matter the cause.

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Pain Management

The pain management specialists at UAMS Health offer the latest treatments and technologies for managing pain.

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Epilepsy Care (Part of Neurosurgery)

The Arkansas Epilepsy Center at UAMS Health is one of only two comprehensive level 4 epilepsy centers in the state of Arkansas certified by the NAEC.

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Locations Where Dr. Palys Practices

Neurosurgery Clinic

Neurosurgery Clinic , Primary Location

501 Jack Stephens Drive
UAMS Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-5270
New and Returning Patients
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Exterior of UAMS Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute building

Epilepsy Clinic

501 Jack Stephens Drive
UAMS Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-5838
New and Returning Patients
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Patient Ratings & Reviews

Average Ratings

Likelihood of recommending this provider
4.3 out of 5
Provider discussed treatment options
4.4 out of 5
Provider explained things clearly
4.5 out of 5
Provider included you in decisions
4.4 out of 5
Provider showed concern
4.4 out of 5

Overall: 4.3 out of 5

(97 Ratings, 21 Comments)

Individual Reviews

5 out of 5

Comment

Very pleased with Dr Palys and resident

Date

Mar 19, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Everything went well

Date

Feb 28, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr. Palys and nurses were all exceptional. Unlike other clinics I have visited, they did not seem to be in a hurry to finish with me and to move on to the next patient. VERY impressed!

Date

Feb 21, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

I felt It was a very positive doctors visit from the info that was given so we could understand it.

Date

Feb 13, 2025
2.2 out of 5

Comment

It took 4 month to get an appt. The Doctor spent about 10 mins.with me.

Date

Feb 13, 2025
3.8 out of 5

Comment

All seemed fine

Date

Dec 14, 2024
More Recent Reviews
5 out of 5

Comment

Very pleased with Dr Palys and resident

Date

Mar 19, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Everything went well

Date

Feb 28, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr. Palys and nurses were all exceptional. Unlike other clinics I have visited, they did not seem to be in a hurry to finish with me and to move on to the next patient. VERY impressed!

Date

Feb 21, 2025
5 out of 5

Comment

I felt It was a very positive doctors visit from the info that was given so we could understand it.

Date

Feb 13, 2025
2.2 out of 5

Comment

It took 4 month to get an appt. The Doctor spent about 10 mins.with me.

Date

Feb 13, 2025
3.8 out of 5

Comment

All seemed fine

Date

Dec 14, 2024
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr Palys's kindness and concern come through with every encounter. After holidays he advised me to RTC for plan to help me deal with Chris pain.

Date

Dec 07, 2024
5 out of 5

Comment

Good

Date

Nov 11, 2024
5 out of 5

Comment

Good

Date

Oct 16, 2024
5 out of 5

Comment

He's an incredible doctor and I would definitely recommend him to anyone. I graciously appreciate his assistance and his nurses' assistance and I'd like to say thank you to UAMS for all their help. Thank you.

Date

Aug 29, 2024

Make an Appointment With Dr. Palys

Appointments for new patients are by referral only.

Existing patients can make an appointment by requesting an appointment online through UAMS Health MyChart or by contacting the clinic directly.

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