Wesley K. Cox, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon
Primary Appointment Location
Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Clinic in Fayetteville
201 W. Van Asche Loop
Fayetteville, AR 72703
- Appointment Phone Number
- 479-966-4491
New and Returning Patients
Overview
- Accepting New Patients
- Yes
- Provides Second Opinion
- Yes
- Patient Types
- Adults
- Children and Adolescents
- Language
- English
About Dr. Cox
Clinical Biography
Dr. Cox is a Fayetteville native and Fayetteville High School alumnus. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology at Auburn University, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude. He completed medical school in Little Rock at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences where he received multiple scholarships and was a member of Alpha Omega Alpha, a medical school honor society. Upon completion of his medical degree, Dr. Cox remained at UAMS to complete his internship and residency in orthopaedic surgery. During his residency he received several awards, including being named the UAMS Resident of the Year in 2004.
Dr. Cox and his family then traveled to San Francisco to complete fellowship specialty training in shoulder, elbow, and sports medicine. He trained with several world-renowned surgeons including those who first reported the ability to repair rotator cuff tears arthroscopically in the 1980s as well as the designers of the most common shoulder replacement system used in the world.
During his training and in his practice in Fayetteville, Dr. Cox has worked extensively with high school, collegiate, and professional athletes. He is a team physician for the Arkansas Razorbacks and is an orthopaedic consultant for the LPGA tour. Dr. Cox has operated on current members of the MLB, NFL, PGA, LPGA, USTA, Bassmasters/FLW, LPGA, and USA Track and Field.
Dr. Cox has a thirst for continued education, development, and leading cutting edge techniques in shoulder and elbow surgery. He holds 11 patents, and has developed products for shoulder and elbow bracing and surgical implants and published a book on little league baseball injuries. Additionally, he is a consultant, advisor, and instructor for multiple orthopaedic companies. He is board-certified fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and a member of the American College of Sports Medicine, Arthroscopy Association of North America, American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons, and the Arkansas Orthopaedic Society and others.
In January 2020, Dr. Cox’s practice for over a decade, The Shoulder Center of Arkansas, became UAMS Health | Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine. Dr. Cox now serves as the Section Chief for UAMS Orthopaedics in Northwest Arkansas. His goal is to transform health care delivery in Northwest Arkansas.
Resources Related to Dr. Cox
Dr. Wesley K. Cox on Shoulder Replacements (Video)
Wesley K. Cox, M.D., an orthopaedic surgeon with UAMS Health, gives information about shoulder replacements.
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Dr. Wesley K. Cox on Rotator Cuff Tears (Video)
One of the most common issues orthopaedic surgeons deal with is rotator cuff injuries. Dr. Wesley K. Cox explains how injuries happen and how to fix them.
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Dr. Wesley K. Cox on Reverse Shoulder Replacements (Video)
Dr. Wesley K. Cox, an orthopaedic surgeon with UAMS Health, describes when a "reverse shoulder replacement" might be the answer to your shoulder pain.
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Dr. Wesley K. Cox on Shoulder Instability (Video)
Wesley K. Cox, M.D., an orthopaedic surgeon with UAMS Health, gives information about shoulder instability.
Watch the VideoDr. Cox's Academic Background
Faculty Appointments
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
- Assistant Professor
Education and Training
- Residency
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Orthopaedic Surgery - Internship
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Orthopaedic Surgery - Medical School
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Medical Degree - Undergraduate Education
- Auburn University
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology
Professional Certifications
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery — Orthopaedic Surgery
Associations
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Locations Where Dr. Cox Practices
Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Clinic in Fayetteville , Primary Location
201 W. Van Asche Loop
Fayetteville, AR 72703
- Appointment Phone Number
- 479-966-4491
New and Returning Patients
Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Clinic in Lowell
507 W. Monroe Ave.
Suite A
Lowell, AR 72745
- Appointment Phone Number
- 479-334-7030
New and Returning Patients
Arkansas Children’s Northwest
2601 Gene George Blvd.
Springdale, AR 72762
- Appointment Phone Number
- 479-334-3485
New and Returning Patients
Comment
PA and Doc Cox was very helpful explaining my concerns and going forward with the rest of my treatments
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Apr 29, 2026Comment
Dr Cox, Josh, and Michelle are great!!
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Apr 28, 2026Comment
Dr cox is very good
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Apr 25, 2026Comment
Dr. Wes Cox is fantastic.
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Apr 23, 2026Comment
Very good experience with both the nurse and the doctor
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Apr 21, 2026Comment
Dr. Cox and the student were courteous and professional.
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Apr 21, 2026Comment
Dr Cox was clear, patient, and empathetic.
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Apr 16, 2026Comment
The best!
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Apr 15, 2026Comment
Dr. Cox spent 35 minutes with me understanding my complaints and explaining his plan for surgical intervention that made me comfortable in choosing said surgery.
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Apr 08, 2026Comment
Explanations were very good
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Apr 08, 2026