Orthopaedic Associates of Arkansas (OAA) is a
multi-specialty orthopaedic surgery practice,
providing Hot Springs and surrounding communities
with the area's most experienced and
reputable orthopaedic surgeons for over 35
years. Drs. Robert Olive, Michael Young, Christopher
Young are all Board Certified with the American Academy of OrthopaedicSurgeons and specialize in Sports Medicine,
Fracture Care and Trauma, Partial and Total Joint Replacement Surgery, Shoulder and
Knee Arthroscopy, and Hand, Foot, and Ankle
Surgery. With the addition of Dr. Ross Hardy, a
Board-Certified Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
physician in 2006, OAA has expanded its
medical services to include treatment of nonsurgical
musculoskeletal injuries and pain
management. The clinic also provides diagnostic
imaging, electromyography and physical
therapy.
Orthopaedic Associates of Arkansas currently
has two locations to serve you and your family
-- our main office at 1662 Higdon Ferry Road Suite 300 in
Hot Springs and our Hot Springs Village office at 122
Cordoba Center Drive.
Beginning November 1, our Hot Springs
Village clinic will be moving to the new Healthfirst
Village Medical Office building, located at
4419 North Highway 7.
Call (501) 321-2663 to make an appointment at
either of our locations. For further information,
please visit our website:
www.orthoassocar.com.
New Medical Plaza at Health Park
(2009-03-19) In an effort to improve efficiencies in our patient care, HealthFirst Physicians and HealthPark Hospital have joined together to bring Hot Springs the Medical Plaza at HealthPark Hospital. The Medical Plaza will more centrally locate many of our physician practices including general surgery, orthopedic surgery, internal medicine, family practice and urgent care yielding a more convenient comprehensive healthcare experience.
Our physicians strive to stay on the cutting edge of medical training in the latest procedures and techniques to bring the Hot Springs community the most advanced healthcare. From the cryoablation treatment for enlarged prostate, to the partial knee replacement, to VNUS Closure procedure for varicose veins, our physicians pride themselves in offering their patients the most effective, state-of-the-art medicine available.
The physicians in the HealthFirst Physicians of Arkansas, PA organization have been providing exceptional healthcare to Hot Springs area residents for over 25 years and have built a tremendous reputation of quality, compassion and kindness. Our goal is to build on this tradition and simply provide the best care possible to our patients.
HealthFirst Physicians of Arkansas, PA is a multi-specialty physician group formed in 1997 by the merger of several local clinics in the Hot Springs area. HealthFirst currently represents 22 physicians including internists, orthopaedic surgeons, urologists, general surgeons, family practice, wound care and urgent care physicians. Our goal is to make sure that our patients receive an ultimate level of care. From the techniques and technology that we use, to the manner in which we treat our patients, we offer an exceptional patient experience. HealthFirst will continue to place its primary focus on the high-quality, cost-effective healthcare needs of its patients; therefore, the name “HealthFirst.”
NEW MEDICAL FACILITY IN THE VILLAGE
(2008-10-17) HEALTHFIRST PHYSICIANS CLOSES DEAL ON NEW MEDICAL FACILITY IN HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE
(HOT SPRINGS, AR) October 13, 2008 – HealthFirst Physicians of Arkansas, P.A. Chief Executive Officer Michael Tankersley is pleased to announce that the HealthFirst Physicians group in partnership with HealthPark Hospital have secured facilities for the HealthFirst Medical Plaza at Hot Springs Village. The plaza, which will operate at 4419 North Highway 7 outside the Hot Springs Village main gate, will offer primary care from Village Internal Medicine, orthopaedics from Orthopaedics Associates of Arkansas along with diagnostic services from HealthPark Hospital, including outpatient physical therapy, CTs, MRIs, sleep studies and other much needed services.
“This is something that Hot Springs Village residents have been wanting for a very long time, and HealthFirst with HealthPark Hospital are very proud to be able to bring the technology and expanded services to the Village. We know how inconvenient it can be, especially for family members who have to travel between Hot Springs and Hot Springs Village for services. When patients need an diagnostic study in conjunction with their physician care, they will be able to receive those services in a more convenient, cost-effective manner,” stated Michael Tankersley, Chief Executive Officer of HealthFirst Physicians of Arkansas, P.A..
The investors in this project are comprised of HealthFirst physicians and HealthPark physician owners. These groups have been organized for the past twelve years and have continuously brought new services to the communities of Hot Springs and Hot Springs Village. The HealthFirst Medical Plaza of Hot Springs Village is the continuation of attaining their goal of providing convenient, professional, consistent quality healthcare.
After extensive remodeling to update the facility, the HealthFirst Medical Plaza of Hot Springs Village will be the new home for Village Internal Medicine. Also located in the new facility will be Orthopaedic Associates of Arkansas. HealthPark Hospital will offer outpatient physical therapy, diagnostic sleep testing, and diagnostic imaging services including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computerized tomography (CT), and ultrasound. Full laboratory services and office radiology will be provided through Village Internal Medicine.
Plans are underway for design and renovation of the medical area of the building with completion in mid 2009. HealthFirst Physicians and HealthPark Hospital are approved by most major health insurance plans in Arkansas and Medicare. For more information, please contact HealthFirst Physicians at 501-520-5000.
(HOT SPRINGS, AR) February 26, 2008– HealthFirst Physicians of Arkansas, P.A. Chief Executive Officer Michael Tankersley has announced that Orthopaedic Associates of Arkansas is now providing the latest advance in knee replacement surgery, the partial joint replacement. The partial joint replacement is designed to alleviate pain while maintaining range of motion for those suffering with osteoarthritis.
“Most knee osteoarthritis begins in the medial (inside) compartment which is the most weight bearing; therefore, people can begin to experience considerable pain before the entire surface is affected. For this individual, total joint replacement might be more than he needs. In replacing only the damaged inside surface, the outer compartment and all ligaments are allowed to remain intact, and the joint may bend better and function more naturally” said Dr. Chris Young, an orthopedic surgeon with Orthopaedic Associates of Arkansas, P.A..
Partial knee replacements allow the orthopedic surgeon to preserve more of the natural bone and ligaments which facilitates faster healing and can allow the patient to resume a more active lifestyle faster. In a total joint replacement, recovery often involves a three day hospital stay, but with the partial replacement, some patients are allowed to recover in their own homes the day following surgery. Upon discharge, oral pain medication will be prescribed and physical therapy will be necessary to regain strength and range of motion.
Dr. Robert Olive, Dr. Michael Young, Dr. Chris Young and Dr. Kevin Rudder of Orthopaedic Associates of Arkansas have all been expertly trained in the treatment of osteoarthritis and can determine based on a patient’s medical history and physical whether the partial joint replacement might be beneficial.
To contact Orthopaedic Associates of Arkansas or for further information on the new partial joint replacement or our orthopaedic surgeons, call 501.321.2663 ext. 0.
