June 25, 2020
2020 Graduating Resident Spotlight: Wesley Mayes, M.D.
Name: Wesley Mayes, M.D.
Medical School: University of Tennessee
Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, UAMS
Fellowship: Adult Reconstruction Hip and Knee Fellowship at Washington University in St. Louis
What did you love most about the UAMS Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program?
The mentors I’ve gained who will always be a phone call or text away no matter where I am and a fantastic group of residents that make it easy to come to work everyday.
What is your favorite thing about living in Little Rock?
Great city that has taken care of my family and I for 5 years.
Plans after residency graduation?
Adult hip/knee reconstruction fellowship at Washington University in St. Louis
Any departing words?
To the residents: No matter the circumstance, you are always in control of your attitude and effort. Never let whatever is going on affect that. And pick up trash in the OR.
To the faculty: Thank you so much for mentoring me and teaching me how to become a doctor. Could not have asked for a better group of humans to teach me orthopaedics and how to take care of patients.
To the staff: Thank you for keeping everything running behind the scenes. You guys are the best and make it a joy to come to work everyday.
