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Arkansas Children's Hospital (Little Rock)

Arkansas Children’s, in partnership with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), is seeking a dynamic and visionary pediatric orthopedic surgery chief. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to lead and grow its expanding division in creating lasting impact through program building, training future pediatric orthopedic surgeons, expanding access and providing US News & World Report nationally ranked and recognized care to patients statewide and regionally.

                 

Orthopedic Program and Position Highlights

Join a dynamic team at Arkansas Children’s of 15 physicians, two non-operative sports physicians and three advanced practice practitioners, in providing care for the state’s only pediatric health system. Other highlights and responsibilities include:

Exceptional Pediatric Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Care for Children From Any Region

Whether it’s a simple sprain, fracture or a complex congenital condition, our team provides expert treatment that allows children to heal while promoting healthy bone growth. Our specialty clinics and programs provide the specific care your child needs.

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Architects of Tomorrow's Care: Part One

This is part one of a three-part series of articles highlighting Arkansas Children’s Champions Pavilion, an outpatient care facility, opening in mid-2026. It is written through the lens of medical experts that lead outpatient care in general surgery, ear, nose and throat (ENT), vascular anomalies, orthopedics, gastroenterology and urology. Part one features Gresham Richter, M.D., and Brant Sachleben, M.D.

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Qualifications for this position:

  • The ideal candidate will bring a strong clinical reputation, collaborative leadership style and a passion for advancing pediatric musculoskeletal care across the region.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience in an academic or large clinical setting 
  • Strong interest in education, research and program development 
  • Commitment to clinical excellence, collaboration and innovation 
  • MD or DO with completion of an ACGME-accredited Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery fellowship 
  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery 
  • Eligible for Arkansas medical licensure 

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