Orthopaedic Surgery Research
The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery includes a robust research program that brings together an internationally recognized network of scientists—from across the University and at partner institutions—to elucidate mechanisms of pathogenesis of musculoskeletal disease, create innovative technology for cutting-edge musculoskeletal research, and develop novel strategies to improve the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of musculoskeletal conditions. While discovery is at the heart of what the scientists do, they are also focused on translating their findings into clinical solutions for patients in need of orthopaedic care. Those efforts are bolstered by the involvement of practicing surgeons who aim to develop new treatment strategies and diagnostic tools that can improve pain and function, leading to better outcomes for patients with musculoskeletal conditions and diseases.
Research Faculty
Our faculty includes researchers in orthopaedic surgery, physiology and cell biology, endocrinology and metabolism, biomechanical and biomedical engineering, and other specialties who are working to create and disseminate new knowledge that will ultimately translate into novel discoveries and improved care for patients in the future.
Hip and Knee Surgery Research All-Stars
We are proud to be named among the Avant-garde Health Hip and Knee Surgery Research All-Stars for 2024. UAMS Hip and Knee Joint Replacement Surgeons C. Lowry Barnes, M.D., Jeffrey Stambough, M.D., and Benjamin Stronach, M.D. are among the top 5% of Hip and Knee Surgeons named as Research All-Stars for 2024 based on publication volume, journal impact factor, and author position.
Delivering Innovation for Impact
UAMS orthopaedic hand surgeons John Bracey, M.D. and Mark Tait, M.D. along with neurosurgeon Erica Petersen, M.D. implant innovative prosthetic hand, developed by researchers at the Institute for Integrative and Innovative Research (I³R), that restores a meaningful sense of touch and grip force following surgery at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). Read more
Center for Musculoskeletal Disease Research
The Center for Musculoskeletal Disease Research (CMDR) is a COBRE-funded center established to promote and expand musculoskeletal research in the state of Arkansas. Charles O’Brien, Ph.D., serves as the Director, and Maria Almeida, Ph.D., serves as the Associate Director.
Musculoskeletal Research Hub
Musculoskeletal health and disease is a key research area for which UAMS is nationally and internationally recognized. The Musculoskeletal Research Hub is an initiative to increase translational research among UAMS, University of Arkansas, and Arkansas Children’s Nutrition Center.