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William Hefley, M.D.
Bowen Hefley Orthopedics
Orthopedics: Minimally Invasive surgery of the hip, Knee, and Shoulder, Sports Medicine
Little Rock, AR
Most recent review: 5 days ago
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4.8
516 Ratings
169 Comments
Dr. William Hefley is a board-certified orthopedics surgeon and specializes in minimally invasive surgery of the hip, knee, and shoulder. Dr. Hefleys interests include arthroscopic surgery, total joint replacements and sports medicine.
4.8
516 Ratings
169 Comments
Dr. William Hefley is a board-certified orthopedics surgeon and specializes in minimally invasive surgery of the hip, knee, and shoulder. Dr. Hefleys interests include arthroscopic surgery, total joint replacements and sports medicine.
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Dr. William Hefley specializes in minimally invasive surgery of the knee, hip and shoulder. His interests include arthroscopic surgeries, total joint replacements and sports medicine.
Dr. Hefley’s lifelong love of sports as an athlete and marathon runner, youth sports coach and father of high school and college athletes has fueled his passion for treating patients who play sports and returning them to the game they love. In addition he enjoys serving other patients who simply want to be able to lead active lifestyles free of pain.
As a native of Little Rock, Dr. Hefley earned an undergraduate degree from Harding University and his medical degree from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in orthopedic surgery at UAMS and received additional training in sports medicine and joint replacement surgery from St. Mary's Hospital System and the Royal National Orthopedic Hospital in London, England. Dr. Hefley has practiced in Little Rock since 1990.
Dr. Hefley has been chosen as one of the “Best Doctors in Arkansas” by AY magazine and has been voted “Best Orthopedic Surgeon” by the Arkansas Democrat Gazette. Dr. Hefley has consulted with leading orthopedic implant manufacturers to design new hip and knee implants. He has traveled to lecture and teach courses on joint replacement to surgeons from around the United States and abroad. He has served as team physician and sports medicine director for schools and organizations at the high school, collegiate, and professional level.
He is certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery and has been published in The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery. He is a member of the following organizations:
• American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
• American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons
• American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine
• Arthroscopy Association of North America
• American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
• Arkansas Medical Society
• Arkansas Orthopaedic Society
• Pulaski County Medical Society
Dr. Hefley and his wife Lisa have two daughters and two sons. In his free time he enjoys running, biking, and most of all spending time with his family which often includes cheering for his kids at sports events and performances.
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Dr Hefley put me back together again after a bad fall. He has replaced both hips and knees. I highly recommend Dr Hefley and his team.
Explained well. Very aware of other underlying problems. Very thorough. Very personable
Always sees you quickly and Is ready with the answers and Plan.
Very knowledgeable and up to date on the latest procedures.
Outstanding surgeon! I was in a lot of pain, and that 24/7 pain is now gone in my right hip! I appreciate Dr. Hefley for his great work, attention to detail, and making me feel better about getting a hip replacement! It was not an easy decision even though I was in extreme pain and my hip was in bad condition! I had been dealing with it for about 6 years and now that I have had it done, I should have done it sooner! I can’t thank Dr. Hefley enough for a job well done! A true artist on replacements for the human body! Also the staff at the Arkansas Surgical Hospital were friendly and very helpful when help was needed! Also a special thanks to Kenny (PA) for opening the door for me to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Kenny was a key element to the beginning process of myself and probably everyone who steps into Dr. Hefley’s office! Thanks again Dr. Hefley for you, and everyone for being in the right place at the right time! Keep it Rolling!
Michael was great. Didn’t see Hefley.
Pretty awesome experience and very good attitude
I actually saw his PA-C Michael
100% professional and was genuinely concerned about my hesitations to having surgery. The entire staff was very friendly and helpful.
Always knowledgeable and friendly