UAMS Orthopaedics

10/28/2026

He Carved the Pumpkin. Now He’s Sharing the Safety Tips! 🎃

Pumpkin carving is a Halloween tradition, but one wrong move can lead to a painful hand injury. 🖐️

Dr. Sean Morell, orthopaedic hand surgeon at UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, carved out some time in the news studio to share important tips for keeping your hands safe this Halloween!

📺 Tune in tomorrow for expert advice on pumpkin-carving safety and how to keep your Halloween from turning into a trip to the ER.

10/26/2026

Two new knees, two new shoulders, and exceptional care every step of the way! Shout out to Dr. C. Lowry Barnes, Dr. Justin Rabinowitz, and our incredible inpatient team for providing world-class care in The Orthopaedic & Spine Hospital at UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.

10/23/2026

⭐️ Real patients. Real results. A better quality of life.

Golf every week. Daily walks. Monthly hikes. And chasing grandkids every chance he gets. That’s life after hip replacement with Dr. Simon Mears! ⛳️🏌️‍♂️

When hip pain limits the things you love, the right care can help you get back to living life on your terms.

Call for appointment with one of our experts at UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.
📞 Central Arkansas: 501-526-1046
📞 Northwest Arkansas: 479-334-7030

10/21/2026

Congratulations to R. Dale Blasier, M.D., on being named to the inaugural class of Distinguished Fellows of the North American Spine Society (NASS)! 🎉

Dr. Blasier, professor and interim chair of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation at UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and a pediatric orthopaedic surgeon at Arkansas Children's, received this prestigious distinction at the NASS 2026 Annual Meeting in San Antonio.

As one of the first recipients of this honor, Dr. Blasier joins an exceptional group of spine professionals recognized for their leadership, dedication, and lasting contributions to advancing spine care.

We are proud to celebrate this well-deserved recognition of Dr. Blasier’s impact on the field and his continued commitment to excellence in orthopaedics and spine care.

Congratulations, Dr. Blasier! 👏

10/16/2026

From carpal tunnel and trigger finger to wrist injuries, fractures, and joint pain, our fellowship-trained hand and wrist experts at UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences provide specialized care to help you find relief, restore function, and get back to doing what you love. 💪

📍 Central Arkansas: 501-526-1046
📍 Northwest Arkansas: 479-334-7030

📞 Call today to schedule an appointment. Your hands do a lot for you — let us help take care of them!

10/15/2026

Don’t wait. OrthoNow is open until 8 pm.
Get the care you need, when you need it.
📍 Open Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
📍 Saturday, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
First floor - The Orthopaedic & Spine Hospital at UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

10/13/2026

Taking learning far beyond the classroom!

Today, freshmen students from Sheridan School District got a firsthand look at the future of medicine right here at The Orthopaedic & Spine Hospital at UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.

During an exclusive tour led by Tiffany Evans, Educator and Athletic Trainer, and Chris Oholendt, UAMS Health Therapy & Sports Performance Director, they had the incredible opportunity to observe a live case in the operating room performed by orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Larry O'Malley.

Inspiring the next generation of healthcare leaders starts with unforgettable, real-world experiences today.

10/12/2026

What an awesome testimonial highlighting the exceptional care provided by Dr. Samuel Overley and our orthopaedic spine team at UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.

Shout out to the entire team for delivering the world-class, compassionate care that defines UAMS Health.

10/09/2026

Don’t wait until Monday. Get the care you need, when you need it.

📍 Open Saturday, 8 a.m.–12 p.m.
First floor - The Orthopaedic & Spine Hospital at UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

10/07/2026

UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

To further our mission of providing best-practice programming to the communities we serve and ensuring optimal outcomes, the Therapy & Sports...