Orthopedic Urgent Care Center in Conway
Specialized head-to-toe urgent care 5 days a week — walk-in, no appointment needed
501-500-3500
OrthoArkansas – Conway
505 E. Dave Ward Dr. Ste B
Conway, AR 72032
Monday – Friday 8 AM – 5 PM
OrthoArkansas for Fast Orthopedic Relief
Walk-in to our urgent care, and we’ll take care of you the same day, with no appointment needed. From breaks, sprains and pains, to sudden injuries, our specialists examine you, take X-rays if you need them, and make sure you leave knowing your next step.
OrthoArkansas Orthopedic Urgent Care at 505 E Dave Ward Drive, Suite B, Conway, AR 72032.
URGENT CARE FOR ALL
Walk-in, no appointment needed
On-site X-rays
Patients examined by a nurse practitioner or physician assistant
Specialist follow-up if needed
Please Note:
If you have had X-rays or imaging at another facility, please bring the physical copy of your images (a CD is preferred) to your urgent care visit. This will prevent us from having to repeat your X-rays.
Due to patients being seen without scheduled appointment times, we are unable to predict wait times for the urgent care clinic.
Urgent Care Providers
Kellie Darnell
APRN
Li Marx
APRN
Melissa McCann
APRN
Kelly Richardson
APRN
Lauren Schiller
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Christopher Vinson
APRN
Speedy Sports Physicals
Available at Urgent Care
OrthoArkansas provides preparticipation Sports Physicals at our Midtown, North Little Rock and Conway Urgent Care Clinics for only $35, payment due at the time of service.
No appointment needed!
Walk-in Sports Physicals
Frequent Asked Questions
Where should I go for emergency care for sudden orthopedic injuries?
Picture this: it’s a weekday afternoon, and a pickup basketball game at Don Owen Complex ends with you cradling a swollen wrist. A quick search for Emergency Ortho Care in Conway might point to general clinics—but bone, joint, or muscle injuries deserve orthopedic-focused evaluation. At OrthoArkansas Conway, fellowship-trained providers see you right away, order on-site X-rays, and apply splints or casts within minutes. No bouncing between facilities; your entire visit happens under one roof geared specifically for musculoskeletal problems.
Looking for an urgent care near me that treats bones and joints?
Injuries don’t always happen at a convenient time. Maybe you slip on a wet kitchen floor after dinner or feel a “pop” in your knee during an evening dog-walk. You need an urgent care near Conway that can see you quickly for bone and joint problems. OrthoArkansas Urgent Care in Conway is open 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Monday through Friday. That means you’re treated promptly by orthopedic specialists instead of waiting for a scheduled appointment, when pain and swelling can ramp up.
Is the closest urgent care to me prepared for specialized orthopedic care?
Conway parents know time is critical when a child’s fracture is suspected. Rather than driving to Little Rock or waiting at a hospital ER, choose the closest urgent care to me that specializes in bones and joints. We’re just minutes from the University of Central Arkansas campus and I-40 Exit 129. Easy parking, a ground-floor entrance, and digital check-in speed the process—so your child is diagnosed, splinted, and on the road to healing before anxiety sets in.
How can same day ortho care help me avoid long ER waits?
Many strains and sprains respond best to early intervention: compression wraps, controlled motion, and, when needed, ultrasound-guided injections. Our clinic offers same day ortho care with access to MRI scheduling, bracing, and physical-therapy referrals before you leave. Early, orthopedic-specific guidance prevents minor damage from turning into chronic pain—saving you money and downtime later.
Real-world examples we see every week:
Situation | Why Same-Day Matters |
Pickleball shoulder tweak at Centennial Valley | Rapid imaging rules out rotator cuff tear, letting you start PT quickly. |
Warehouse worker lifts a heavy box and hears a ‘pop’ in the knee | On-the-spot exam and brace stabilize joint, avoiding further cartilage damage. |
College student slams finger in dorm door | Timely reduction of dislocation prevents joint stiffness and nerve issues. |
Gardener steps in hole, ankle rolls | Immediate X-ray distinguishes sprain from fracture, guiding proper boot or cast use. |
What onsite services does OrthoArkansas urgent care provide?
Our OrthoArkansas emergency services extend beyond casting and splinting. We offer:
- On-site digital imaging for quick results
- Fracture reduction and immobilization
- Laceration repair for cuts over joints
- Sports physicals when school deadlines loom
- Direct referral to subspecialty surgeons if surgery becomes necessary
Because our urgent care is embedded within the larger OrthoArkansas network, all records flow seamlessly to your follow-up specialist. No repeated paperwork, no explaining your injury twice—just continuous, coordinated healing.
Typical Conway-area scenarios that send patients our way
- Cyclists on the Cadron Settlement trails collide with hidden roots, causing wrist fractures.
- UCA intramural athletes suffer ankle sprains during late-night games.
- Hendrix College musicians develop sudden finger pain before a recital.
- Teachers at Conway High School experience swollen knees after hallway slips.
- Factory workers in the Industrial Park strain shoulders while lifting pallets.
For each of these, fast orthopedic assessment shortens recovery time and minimizes lost work or class days.
What to expect during your visit
- Walk in—no appointment necessary.
- Quick triage—describe the incident; we capture vitals and pain level.
- Imaging & exam—digital X-ray or ultrasound plus specialist evaluation.
- Immediate treatment—casting, splinting, injections, or wound closure.
- Personalized plan—home-care instructions, PT referral, and follow-up with an orthopedic surgeon if required.
Most visits wrap up in under an hour, letting you return to work, school, or weekend plans—now equipped with a clear road map to recovery.