Wesley K. Cox, 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. Cox
Clinical Biography
Dr. Cox is a Fayetteville native and Fayetteville High School alumnus. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology at Auburn University, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude. He completed medical school in Little Rock at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences where he received multiple scholarships and was a member of Alpha Omega Alpha, a medical school honor society. Upon completion of his medical degree, Dr. Cox remained at UAMS to complete his internship and residency in orthopaedic surgery. During his residency he received several awards, including being named the UAMS Resident of the Year in 2004.
Dr. Cox and his family then traveled to San Francisco to complete fellowship specialty training in shoulder, elbow, and sports medicine. He trained with several world-renowned surgeons including those who first reported the ability to repair rotator cuff tears arthroscopically in the 1980s as well as the designers of the most common shoulder replacement system used in the world.
During his training and in his practice in Fayetteville, Dr. Cox has worked extensively with high school, collegiate, and professional athletes. He is a team physician for the Arkansas Razorbacks and is an orthopaedic consultant for the LPGA tour. Dr. Cox has operated on current members of the MLB, NFL, PGA, LPGA, USTA, Bassmasters/FLW, LPGA, and USA Track and Field.
Dr. Cox has a thirst for continued education, development, and leading cutting edge techniques in shoulder and elbow surgery. He holds 11 patents, and has developed products for shoulder and elbow bracing and surgical implants and published a book on little league baseball injuries. Additionally, he is a consultant, advisor, and instructor for multiple orthopaedic companies. He is board-certified fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and a member of the American College of Sports Medicine, Arthroscopy Association of North America, American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons, and the Arkansas Orthopaedic Society and others.
In January 2020, Dr. Cox’s practice for over a decade, The Shoulder Center of Arkansas, became UAMS Health | Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine. Dr. Cox now serves as the Section Chief for UAMS Orthopaedics in Northwest Arkansas. His goal is to transform health care delivery in Northwest Arkansas.
Resources Related to Dr. Cox
Dr. Wesley K. Cox on Shoulder Replacements (Video)
Wesley K. Cox, M.D., an orthopaedic surgeon with UAMS Health, gives information about shoulder replacements.
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Dr. Wesley K. Cox on Rotator Cuff Tears (Video)
One of the most common issues orthopaedic surgeons deal with is rotator cuff injuries. Dr. Wesley K. Cox explains how injuries happen and how to fix them.
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Dr. Wesley K. Cox on Reverse Shoulder Replacements (Video)
Dr. Wesley K. Cox, an orthopaedic surgeon with UAMS Health, describes when a "reverse shoulder replacement" might be the answer to your shoulder pain.
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Dr. Wesley K. Cox on Shoulder Instability (Video)
Wesley K. Cox, M.D., an orthopaedic surgeon with UAMS Health, gives information about shoulder instability.
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Dr. Cox's Academic Background
Faculty Appointments
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
- Assistant Professor
Education and Training
- Residency
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Orthopaedic Surgery - Internship
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Orthopaedic Surgery - Medical School
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Medical Degree - Undergraduate Education
- Auburn University
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology
Professional Certifications
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery — Orthopaedic Surgery
Associations
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Locations Where Dr. Cox 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
Arkansas Children’s Northwest
2601 S. Gene George Blvd.
Springdale, AR 72762
- Appointment Phone Number
- 479-334-3485
New and Returning Patients
Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Clinic in Bentonville
609 SW 8th St.
Blume
Suite 900
Bentonville, AR 72712
- Appointment Phone Number
- 479-334-7030
New and Returning Patients
Comment
The Dr listened to my concerns and gave understandable explanations
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Mar 25, 2026Comment
Dr Cox is amazing
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Mar 18, 2026Comment
Doctors often don't take time, Dr Cox does, to answer and inform
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Mar 18, 2026Comment
Yearly Post-op visit, so purpose of visit was MD discussing where we should be at in recovery at this point, what to expect from here out, etc. Dr. Cox did that and more.
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Mar 18, 2026Comment
I love my new shoulder
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Mar 18, 2026Comment
Dr Cox was the most professional, well spoken, genuine, and nicest overall professional I have ever dealt with in the medical profession. Absolutely takes the time to make sure you understand fully what's going on and all options. He is world class and I will recommend him and your clinic non stop because of him.
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Mar 17, 2026Comment
I always recommend Dr Cox to people wirh shoulder Issues .
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Mar 14, 2026Comment
Thank you
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Mar 11, 2026Comment
First visit to this facility. We do however, know this doctor very well and choose his services over others because of his direct, the responses and and friendly approach
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Mar 11, 2026Comment
Dr Wesley Cox is incredible, truly cares for his patients
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Mar 11, 2026