David B. Bumpass, M.D. Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon
Primary Appointment Location
Orthopaedic Clinic on Autumn Road
600 Autumn Road
Little Rock, AR 72211
- Appointment Phone Numbers
- 501-526-1046
New Patients - 501-320-7776
Returning Patients
Overview
- Areas of Expertise
- Orthopaedics
- Spine Care
- Accepting New Patients
- Yes
- Provides Second Opinion
- Yes
- Patient Types
- Adults
- Children and Adolescents
- Language
- English
About Dr. Bumpass
Clinical Biography
Dr. David Bumpass is an orthopaedic spine surgeon providing care at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and Arkansas Children’s Hospital. He graduated summa cum laude from Furman University with an undergraduate degree in biology, and then studied health policy and economics at the University of Toronto as a Fulbright scholar. Dr. Bumpass graduated with honors from the University of Virginia School of Medicine in 2008, after which he completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at Washington University in St. Louis. He continued his training as a spine surgery fellow at Washington University, completing an additional complex spine deformity fellowship under the mentorship of Dr. Lawrence Lenke, one of the world’s foremost spine surgeons. During his training, Dr. Bumpass received several prestigious research grants, as well as the Resident Teaching Award from Washington University.
Dr. Bumpass provides surgical and nonsurgical treatment for a wide variety of spinal conditions, including cervical and lumbar problems as well as spine tumors. His training in spinal deformities has given him unique experience in treating scoliosis, congenital deformities, and other complex spinal conditions. He has published research in numerous prestigious orthopaedic journals, focusing on outcomes of spinal deformity surgery and spine tumors, as well as on current health policy challenges facing orthopaedic surgery.
Resources Related to Dr. Bumpass
Deborah Honaker, UAMS Health Patient (Article)
Deborah Honraker is a patient who received life changing spine care at UAMS Health
Read the Article
UAMS Health Spine Surgeon Saves an Arkansas Tech Athlete’s Ability to Walk After an Injury (Video)
Clarence "CJ" Johnson turned to UAMS Health in the scariest of moments for an athlete. Doctors said he came close to never walking again.
Watch the VideoDr. Bumpass' Academic Background
Faculty Appointments
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
- Associate Professor
Education and Training
- Fellowship
- Washington University in St. Louis
Complex Spinal Deformity Fellowship - Fellowship
- Washington University in St. Louis
Spine Surgery Fellowship - Residency
- Washington University in St. Louis
Orthopaedic Surgery - Medical School
- University of Virginia School of Medicine
Dr. Bumpass' Research
Research Interests
Scoliosis and Spinal DeformitiesUAMS Research Profile
Each UAMS faculty member has a research profile page that includes biographical and contact information, a list of their most recent grant activity and a list of their PubMed publications.
Conditions Diagnosed or Treated by Dr. Bumpass
UAMS Health providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.
Medical Treatments and Procedures Performed or Prescribed by Dr. Bumpass
UAMS Health providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.
Dr. Bumpass' Areas of Expertise
Orthopaedics
UAMS Health is recognized nationally and internationally for its expertise in orthopaedics.
Spine Care
UAMS Health offers a complete range of services for the treatment of spinal conditions, no matter the cause.
Locations Where Dr. Bumpass Practices
Orthopaedic Clinic on Autumn Road , Primary Location
600 Autumn Road
Little Rock, AR 72211
- Appointment Phone Numbers
- 501-526-1046
New Patients - 501-320-7776
Returning Patients
UAMS Medical Center
4301 W. Markham St.
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Number
- 501-686-8000
New and Returning Patients
Arkansas Children’s Hospital
1 Children's Way
Little Rock, AR 72202
- Appointment Phone Numbers
- 501-263-2644
Primary Care - 501-222-4596
Specialty Care
Orthopaedic and Spine Hospital
801 Cottage Drive
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Number
- 501-526-1046
New and Returning Patients
Comment
Good experience
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Apr 29, 2026Comment
Have the greatest confidence & trust in Dr Bumpas. He explains everything very well.
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Apr 23, 2026Comment
My surgery that was done by Dr Bumpass literally saved my life. I lived in severe pain constantly. Now I live with no pain at all.
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Apr 22, 2026Comment
Dr. Bumpass is always concerned about my wellbeing and explains his upcoming procedures to me in terms I understand. I always have total confidence that he is going to do what's best for me. Great guy!!!!
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Apr 18, 2026Comment
I am very pleased, While I understand busy, and I know they are, they nonetheless made sure the visit seemed as if I was the only one in the clinic.
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Apr 11, 2026Comment
My experience with the ridiculously long wati time was untypical. Dr. Bumpass is an excellent practitioner.
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Apr 01, 2026Comment
Dr Bumpass is the best!
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Feb 19, 2026Comment
I've only had positive experiences
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Feb 11, 2026Comment
Very impressive
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Feb 11, 2026Comment
A hand shake means a lot when Dr Bampass came in he introduced himself and extended his hand to each of us that was a winner for us that tells he cares for his patients
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Feb 04, 2026