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Baptist Health Heart Institute Arkansas Cardiology Clinic clinic

Baptist Health Heart Institute Arkansas Cardiology Clinic

3.1(74 reviews)

North Little Rock, ARCardiology

Arkansas Cardiology Clinic-North Little Rock is part of Baptist Health Heart Institute and provides cardiology and heart-related care in North Little Rock, Arkansas. The clinic offers outpatient cardiology services as part of Baptist Health's integrated medical system.

Online bookingCardiologyHeart Institute
Arkansas Heart Hospital Clinic clinic

Arkansas Heart Hospital Clinic

4.0(939 reviews)

North Little Rock, ARCardiologySince 1997

Arkansas Heart Hospital is a private, world-class cardiovascular care center based in Little Rock, Arkansas (founded 1997). It operates multiple cardiology-focused services across five locations in the U.S., including catheterization labs, heart surgery, electrophysiology, vascular surgery, endocrinology, wound care, and intensive cardiac rehab. The hospital runs a 24-hour Heart Emergency Center and serves as a training site for physicians. For Little Rock area patients, the HQ and main clinics are at 1701 South Shackleford Road, Little Rock, AR 72211. They offer patient education and a broad range of heart-related services, with cardiology and related specialties central to their care.

Online bookingCardiologyCath Procedures
Arkansas Occupational Health Clinic clinic

Arkansas Occupational Health Clinic

North Little Rock, AROccupational Medicine

Arkansas Occupational Health Clinic at Baptist Health in Little Rock, AR provides occupational medicine services including pre-employment testing, drug screens, physical examinations, immunizations, respirator fit testing, and work injury management. The clinic serves employers across Arkansas with on-site and off-site services and offers OSHA 29 CFR compliance support.

Online bookingPre-employment testingYearly screenings
Arkansas Pediatric Clinic clinic

Arkansas Pediatric Clinic

3.6(41 reviews)

North Little Rock, ARPediatrics

Arkansas Pediatric Clinic PLLC is a Little Rock-based pediatric care provider offering comprehensive pediatric services, after-hours care, breastfeeding support, healthy-kids visits, and sick visits. The practice operates as a small partnership with 6 employees and three U.S. offices (including Little Rock and Fayetteville). Key contact: +1-501-664-4117; email tjohnston@arped.org. Website: arped.com.

Online bookingNewborn CareSick-Child Visits
Arkansas Urology clinic

Arkansas Urology

4.7(962 reviews)

North Little Rock, ARUrology

Arkansas Urology is the largest urology practice in Arkansas, with headquarters in Little Rock and three U.S. offices. They offer the latest urology technologies and surgical techniques. For a clinic near North Little Rock, use their main contact lines or visit arkansasurology.com to find the closest location and appointment options. Primary HQ: 1300 Centerview Dr, Little Rock, AR 72211.

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Arkansas Women's Center clinic

Arkansas Women's Center

North Little Rock, AROB-GYN

Arkansas Women’s Center is a Little Rock-based OB/GYN and women's health provider offering prenatal, pregnancy, postpartum, and gynecological care. They operate three offices in Little Rock, with main address at 9500 Kanis Rd Ste 200, Little Rock, AR 72205. Their team focuses on obstetric and gynecological services, in-office procedures, and related women's health care. They list two employees and provide services through two doctors who listen to patient needs. Notable details: active company in Hospitals & Health Care, board-certified obstetric/gynecological specialists, and a strong web presence with multiple contact numbers and a LinkedIn profile.

Online bookingObstetric servicesGynecological services
Baptist Health Breast Center clinic

Baptist Health Breast Center

3.5(15 reviews)

North Little Rock, ARBreast Center

Baptist Health Breast Center operates locations in Little Rock and Fort Smith, Arkansas, providing breast imaging, cancer diagnosis and treatment support, and prevention education. The centers offer 3D mammography, automated breast ultrasound, on-site radiology readings, and nurse navigators for patients. Both Little Rock and North Little Rock locations are designated Breast Imaging Centers of Excellence by the American College of Radiology.

Online bookingbreast imagingbreast cancer diagnosis and treatment support
The Breast Center at CARTI clinic

The Breast Center at CARTI

North Little Rock, ARBreast CenterSince 1976

CARTI is a not-for-profit, multidisciplinary cancer care provider with 18 treatment locations across Arkansas, offering medical, radiation, and surgical oncology, interventional radiology, and specialized services (including breast care, imaging, genetics, audiology, and more). They operate a dedicated cancer surgery center and emphasize accessible, compassionate care. For breast care specifically, CARTI provides CARTI Breast Center services at multiple locations, including North Little Rock, with a focus on early detection, personalized treatment plans, and comprehensive breast imaging and care. - CARTI offers dedicated breast imaging and care as part of its comprehensive cancer program. - They have multiple Little Rock/North Little Rock locations and a commitment to accessible, patient-centered breast services. Would you like details on the exact breast imaging services, appointment availability, or how CARTI’s breast care center handles screening and diagnostic pathways in North Little Rock?

Online bookingThe Breast Centerbreast imaging services
Bowen Hefley Orthopedics clinic

Bowen Hefley Orthopedics

4.9(6,255 reviews)

North Little Rock, AROrthopedic

Bowen Hefley Rhodes Stewart Orthopedics, P.A. (Bowen Hefley Orthopedics) is a private orthopedic practice based in Little Rock, AR with 4 office locations in the area. Services include orthopedic surgery, physical therapy, sports medicine, regenerative medicine, and patient education. The practice employs about 8 people and reports annual revenue in the range of $5M–$25M. Key offices are in Little Rock (St. Vincent Circle area) with at least one project noted in North Little Rock (construction in 2023). Contact: 501-663-4320 or 501-945-4622. Website: bowenhefleyortho.com.

Online bookingOrthopedic SurgerySports Medicine
CARTI Imaging North clinic

CARTI Imaging North

4.7(28 reviews)

North Little Rock, ARImagingSince 1976

CARTI is a not-for-profit cancer care provider offering comprehensive services (medical, radiation, surgical oncology, interventional radiology) plus specialty care (audiology, breast care, genetics, dental, imaging, urology, etc.). It operates 18 treatment locations in Arkansas, with a dedicated cancer surgery center and a focus on accessible, compassionate care. The address for CARTI’s headquarters is 8901 CARTI Way, Little Rock, AR 72205. The provided content mentions multiple Little Rock locations and hiring news, but does not specify a separate “CARTI Imaging North” facility.

Online bookingDiagnostic radiologyMRI
CARTI Urology clinic

CARTI Urology

4.5(18 reviews)

North Little Rock, ARUrologySince 1976

CARTI is a not-for-profit cancer care provider with 18 treatment locations in Arkansas. They offer comprehensive oncology services (medical, radiation, surgical), interventional radiology, and specialty services, including urology. The organization operates four offices in the United States with its HQ in Little Rock, AR. For urology specifically, CARTI has personnel and services across its locations, including roles such as APRN, urology-focused RN and technologists, and related surgical and imaging support. If you’re looking for CARTI Urology in North Little Rock, the organization’s primary presence is centered in Little Rock; confirm the exact North Little Rock location or appointment availability through CARTI’s contact channels.

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CHI St. Vincent Heart Clinic Arkansas clinic

CHI St. Vincent Heart Clinic Arkansas

North Little Rock, ARCardiology

CHI St. Vincent Heart Clinic Arkansas in North Little Rock specializes in diagnosing, treating, and preventing cardiovascular diseases and conditions. The clinic offers comprehensive cardiology services including treatment for atrial fibrillation, heart disease, heart failure, high blood pressure, and stroke, with options including medication, lifestyle changes, and surgery. Patients have access to a secure online patient portal and virtual visits.

Online bookingCardiology (Heart Care)Heart Clinic
CHI St. Vincent Imaging - West Little Rock, AR | CommonSpirit Health clinic

CHI St. Vincent Imaging - West Little Rock, AR | CommonSpirit Health

North Little Rock, ARImaging

CHI St. Vincent Imaging - West Little Rock is a diagnostic imaging center in Little Rock, AR that provides outpatient imaging services including X-ray, CT, MRI, and ultrasound. In collaboration with Radiology Associates P.A., the center offers state-of-the-art imaging technology to support diagnosis of conditions ranging from fractures and cancer to cardiovascular and neurological disorders.

Online bookingDiagnostics imagingX-ray
Cornerstone Specialty Hospitals Little Rock clinic

Cornerstone Specialty Hospitals Little Rock

North Little Rock, ARSpecialty Clinic

Cornerstone Specialty Hospitals Little Rock is a 40-bed long-term acute care facility in Little Rock, Arkansas, offering specialized care for patients with complex conditions such as respiratory failure, sepsis, and stroke. The hospital provides 24/7 physician coverage, respiratory therapy, mechanical ventilation, dialysis, IV therapy, and an intensive care unit, with 30 private patient rooms available.

Online bookinglong-term acute carespecialized, compassionate care for complex conditions
Ervexia Occupational Health clinic

Ervexia Occupational Health

3.4(3 reviews)

North Little Rock, AROccupational Medicine

Ervexia Occupational Health is a West Monroe, Louisiana-based private healthcare company offering on-site and in-network occupational health services (physicals, drug screens, breath alcohol testing, respiratory and pulmonary function testing, hearing tests, and related OSHA-compliance testing). The organization operates 24/7 and can staff tests on-site to keep workplaces compliant and running. It has two US offices, with its headquarters at 403 N 6th St, West Monroe, LA 71291. There is no explicit information about a North Little Rock location; the page indicates West Monroe as its location and service area. For North Little Rock-specific services or a local office, additional verification is recommended. Contact: info@ervexia.com; phone (480) 359-6324.

Online bookingDOT physicalsNon-DOT physicals
Family Medical Center in Little Rock clinic

Family Medical Center in Little Rock

North Little Rock, ARPrimary Care

Family Medical Center in Little Rock is a comprehensive primary care facility in Little Rock, Arkansas, offering services for patients and families including pediatric care, school physicals, same-day appointments, COVID-19 vaccinations, monoclonal antibody infusions, telemedicine visits, chronic disease management, and preventive care. The center provides in-person and virtual visits with family medicine physicians and nurse practitioners, and features convenient parking and online appointment scheduling through MyChart.

Emergency careOnline bookingPrimary carePediatric care
North Little Rock Primary Care clinic

North Little Rock Primary Care

1.0

North Little Rock, ARPrimary Care

North Little Rock Primary Care in North Little Rock, Arkansas offers primary care and general medical services including chronic disease management, hypertension management, respiratory care, and preventive care. The clinic provides services ranging from pediatrics to infection treatment, OB/GYN services, and procedures such as wound care and skin biopsies, with a fully equipped onsite lab.

Primary careGeneral medical services
Lakewood Primary Care Clinic & Doctor's Office clinic

Lakewood Primary Care Clinic & Doctor's Office

4.6(135 reviews)

North Little Rock, ARPrimary Care

Lakewood Primary Care Clinic in North Little Rock, Arkansas offers primary care, chronic condition care, wellness and preventive care, immunizations, laboratory testing, and specialty care referrals. Located at 2933 Lakewood Village Dr, the clinic accepts Medicare plans and serves patients in the surrounding areas. The clinic is open Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm, and is currently accepting new patients.

Online bookingprimary carechronic condition care
Oak Street Health Lakewood clinic

Oak Street Health Lakewood

4.6(135 reviews)

North Little Rock, ARPreventive Medicine

Lakewood Primary Care Clinic in North Little Rock, Arkansas offers primary care, chronic condition management, wellness and preventive care, immunizations, laboratory testing, and specialty care referrals. The clinic accepts Medicare plans and provides in-person, phone, and video visits, along with 24/7 patient support and care coordination services.

Online bookingPrimary CareChronic Condition Care
Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock clinic

Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock

4.7(2,676 reviews)

North Little Rock, ARCritical Care Medicine

Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock in North Little Rock, Arkansas operates a Critical Care Department with six intensive care units totaling 118 beds, including ICU South (36 beds for medical and respiratory illnesses), ECCU (12 beds for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation), CVICU (18 beds for cardiovascular surgeries), Coronary Care Unit (18 beds), Surgical Intensive Care Unit (18 beds), and Neuro Intensive Care Unit (16 beds for craniotomies, neurological emergencies, and strokes.

Emergency careOnline bookingCritical Care/Cardiovascular SurgeryCritical Care Department with multiple ICUs
Little Rock Pediatric Clinic clinic

Little Rock Pediatric Clinic

2.5(3 reviews)

North Little Rock, ARPediatricsSince 1961

Little Rock Pediatric Group, PA (Little Rock Pediatric Clinic) is a pediatric medical practice serving children from birth to age 18, with four offices in Little Rock, Arkansas. Founded in 1961, the practice offers well-child visits, immunizations, school and camp physicals, and same-day sick visits. It operates as a private partnership with about 7 providers and 30 staff in the broader organization, and uses the Little Rock Pediatric Clinic brand. Contact options include multiple phone numbers and a website (littlerockpediatricclinic.com). For precise North Little Rock availability, consider calling the contact numbers or visiting the site to confirm nearest location and hours.

Online bookingwell-child check-upsimmunizations
Martin Orthopedics clinic

Martin Orthopedics

4.9(660 reviews)

North Little Rock, AROrthopedic

Martin Orthopedics is a privately held orthopedic practice with fellowship-trained, board-certified surgeons offering surgical and non-surgical care for bones, joints, and sports injuries. They operate across four Arkansas locations, including Little Rock (HQ) and North Little Rock, with services spanning knee, shoulder, hip, foot/ankle, hand, and sports medicine. Key details: - Locations: Little Rock (HQ, 5320 W Markham St), North Little Rock (2504 McCain Blvd, Suite 101), plus additional Arkansas offices in Benton, Hot Springs Village, and White Hall. - Services: Comprehensive evaluation and treatment for orthopedic injuries and pain; both surgical and non-surgical options. - Contact: Main numbers shown are (501) 975-5633 and (501) 406-7640. - Website: martinortho.care - Focus: Orthopedic surgeons and sports medicine specialists serving students, adults, and athletes. - Notable: Headquartered in Little Rock; small practice with 6 employees (as reported).

Online bookingorthopedic surgeryknee pain
Baptist Health Medical Center-North Little Rock clinic

Baptist Health Medical Center-North Little Rock

3.8(36 reviews)

North Little Rock, ARPreventive Medicine

Baptist Health Medical Center-North Little Rock is a 225-bed, faith-based hospital in North Little Rock, Arkansas, operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Located off Interstate 40 at Exit 156 since 1999, it offers comprehensive services including cardiology, emergency care, imaging, gastroenterology, orthopedics, neurology, rehabilitation, and women's health. The hospital's Level III trauma center Emergency Department provides advanced trauma life support, and it has received the American Heart Association's Get with the Guidelines Stroke Gold Plus Award.

Emergency careOnline bookingcardiologydiabetes care
Baptist Health Medical Center-North Little Rock clinic

Baptist Health Medical Center-North Little Rock

3.8(36 reviews)

North Little Rock, ARCritical Care Medicine

Baptist Health Medical Center-North Little Rock is a 225-bed faith-based hospital in North Little Rock, Arkansas, located off Interstate 40 at Exit 156. It operates a Level III trauma center emergency department and offers comprehensive services including cardiology, neuroscience, orthopedics, women's health, pediatric care, diabetes care, and rehabilitation, along with affiliated imaging, breast, and therapy centers on campus.

Emergency careOnline bookingEmergency Departmenttrauma care
Harris & Renshaw Physical Therapy clinic

Harris & Renshaw Physical Therapy

4.5(500 reviews)

North Little Rock, ARPhysical Therapy

Harris & Renshaw Physical Therapy Services is a private medical practice based in North Little Rock, Arkansas, with four offices in the area. The clinic focuses on patient rehabilitation and well-being and operates as a family-based business. Key facts: - Location: Headquarters and multiple offices in North Little Rock, AR (addresses include 4801 Fairway Ave and 5 Violet Ct) - Services: Rehabilitation and physical therapy - Contact: Main phone listed as 501-758-1300 (also multiple numbers available) - Website: harrisandrenshawpt.com - Structure: Private company with around 6 employees; annual revenue ≈ $19.3 million - Website metrics: ~1,716 monthly visits, low bounce rate (0.3%), ~3.9 pages per visit - Industry: Healthcare/Physical therapy If you need directions, office hours, or to schedule an appointment specifically at the North Little Rock location, I can pull those details or provide a quick call-and-visit plan.

Online bookingpelvic floor therapyhand therapy
Millenium MRI clinic

Millenium MRI

5.0(10 reviews)

North Little Rock, ARImagingSince 2010

Millenium MRI North Little Rock is part of Millenium MRI, a private medical imaging practice offering same-day MRI scans with rapid turnaround. The North Little Rock location is at 800 W. 4th St., North Little Rock, AR 72114. They emphasize affordable, cash/self-pay options in addition to accepting most insurances, with a typical in-and-out time around 35 minutes and results delivered within 24 hours. The company operates 8 offices nationwide (including North Little Rock) and focuses on quick access, lower overhead pricing, and streamlined patient experience. Contact options include multiple regional phone numbers listed for regional offices.

OrthoArkansas clinic

OrthoArkansas

4.7(1,735 reviews)

North Little Rock, AROrthopedicSince 1998

OrthoArkansas is a private medical practice specializing in orthopedic care with 13 office locations across the United States (primarily Arkansas), founded in 1998 and based in Little Rock. They offer orthopedic care, urgent services, and recovery solutions, supported by a 90-person team and about $10 million in annual revenue. For North Little Rock, the site lists multiple Arkansas offices but does not specify a dedicated North Little Rock location in the provided highlights.

Emergency careOnline bookingRheumatologyJoint Replacement
North Little Rock Women's Clinic clinic

North Little Rock Women's Clinic

3.8(212 reviews)

North Little Rock, AROB-GYN

North Little Rock Women’s Clinic, P.A. is a medical practice offering OB/GYN care in Little Rock, AR, with three offices in North Little Rock. Services include gynecology, obstetrics, menopause management, birth control, hormone therapy, and surgical options such as robotic hysterectomy, plus treatment for infections and endometriosis. Contact: (501) 835-9444; email nlrwomensclinic@gmail.com. Location highlights: 3401 Springhill Dr Ste 390, North Little Rock, AR 72117. Current online metrics show modest web traffic, low pages-per-visit, and limited employer reviews.

Online bookingcomprehensive women’s medical caregynecology
Concentra clinic

Concentra

North Little Rock, AROccupational MedicineSince 1992

Concentra has acquired Nova Medical Centers, and all Nova locations are now operating as Concentra. If you’re looking for the North Little Rock Urgent Care Center in Arkansas, it falls under Concentra. For details on services, locations, or to find the closest center, visit Concentra.com. The North Little Rock site specifics aren’t listed in the provided extract, so check Concentra’s site for the exact address, hours, and services.

Online bookingUrgent CareOccupational Health Services
Advanced Physical Therapy of Central Arkansas clinic

Advanced Physical Therapy of Central Arkansas

4.5(5 reviews)

North Little Rock, ARPhysical TherapySince 2006

Advanced Physical Therapy of Central Arkansas is a privately held physical, occupational, and speech therapy group headquartered in Little Rock, AR. Founded in 2006, they operate six offices across the Little Rock/North Little Rock area (including Little Rock, North Little Rock, and Benton) with a focus on team-based, collaborative care and one-on-one mentorship for therapy staff. They regularly hire for roles such as pelvic floor and orthopedic physical therapists, indicating ongoing clinical opportunities. Contact options include multiple local phone numbers and the main site aptlr.com.

Online bookingOrthopedic physical therapyPelvic health
Rehabilitation Therapy Clinic in North Little Rock clinic

Rehabilitation Therapy Clinic in North Little Rock

5.0(2 reviews)

North Little Rock, ARPhysical Therapy

The Rehabilitation Therapy Clinic in North Little Rock, part of UAMS Health's Orthopaedic and Spine Clinic, offers physical therapy, occupational therapy, and rehabilitation services. The clinic provides personalized treatment plans for patients recovering from orthopedic surgery, neurological conditions, sports injuries, and chronic pain, with a team of licensed physical therapists, occupational therapists, and rehabilitation specialists.

Emergency careOnline bookingRehabilitation therapyPhysical therapy
The Pediatric Clinic clinic

The Pediatric Clinic

3.3(3 reviews)

North Little Rock, ARPediatrics

The Pediatric Clinic of North Little Rock provides healthcare for children from infancy to adolescence, offering services including well-child visits, growth and development monitoring, immunizations, asthma management, pediatric gastroenterology, and acute and preventive care. The clinic emphasizes maintaining children's health and monitoring development from infancy into early adulthood.

Online bookingpediatric carenew patient registrations
UAMS Medical Center clinic

UAMS Medical Center

3.0(84 reviews)

North Little Rock, ARCritical Care MedicineSince 1879

UAMS Health (University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences) is Arkansas’s flagship academic health center and the state’s only comprehensive academic medical system. Key points: - Location: Headquartered in Little Rock, AR, with UAMS Health facilities across Little Rock and a northwest Arkansas regional campus. - Scope: Offers treatment across nearly all medical specialties, including flagship institutes such as Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute, Jackson T. Stephens Spine & Neurosciences Institute, Myeloma Institute, and more. Operates as a teaching hospital associated with colleges of Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Health Professions, Public Health, and a graduate school. - Trauma level: Only adult Level 1 trauma center in Arkansas. - Network: Regional centers statewide; 4 offices listed (3 in Little Rock area) and international reach via collaborations (Sweden listed among locations in the data, though primary operations are in Arkansas). - Size and impact: About 4,252 employees; roughly $2.1B annual revenue; founded in 1879. - Contact and access: Main campus addresses in Little Rock include 4501 West Markham and 4301 West Markham Street, Little Rock, AR 72205. Main phone lines include (501) 686-7000 and (501) 686-8000. If you’re specifically looking for UAMS Medical Center in Little Rock or North Little Rock, this reflects the UAMS Health system anchored by the Little Rock campus with associated facilities and regional centers.

Emergency careOnline bookingCritical Care Medicine clinic
Baptist Health Urgent Care clinic

Baptist Health Urgent Care

4.7(1,048 reviews)

North Little Rock, ARUrgent Care

Baptist Health Urgent Care in North Little Rock, AR offers urgent care, wellness care, occupational health, school and sports physicals, women's health, medically-supervised weight loss, and monitoring and management services. Located on John F. Kennedy Boulevard, the clinic accepts most insurance plans, Medicare, Medicaid, and cash, and provides walk-in visits, scheduling, and telemedicine options.

Online bookingUrgent CareWellness Care
UAMS Health Urology Clinic clinic

UAMS Health Urology Clinic

4.7(764 reviews)

North Little Rock, ARUrology

UAMS Health Urology Clinic in Little Rock, Arkansas treats kidney stones, erectile dysfunction, infertility, urinary tract infections, and cancers of the kidney, bladder, prostate and testes. The clinic offers procedures including vasectomy, cystoscopy, circumcision, testicular biopsy, laparoscopic surgery, and robot-assisted procedures. It is a self-referral clinic with specialists in urology and urogynecology.

Emergency careOnline booking
Wellness & Preventive Healthcare Services in Little Rock, AR clinic

Wellness & Preventive Healthcare Services in Little Rock, AR

4.8(8,685 reviews)

North Little Rock, ARPreventive Medicine

Wellness & Preventive Healthcare Services in Little Rock, AR offers preventive care including cancer screening, primary care screening, prenatal and postpartum services, and wellness visits. Located at 1501 Aldersgate Rd, the clinic provides in-person and telehealth appointments, walk-in pregnancy tests, and financial assistance for uninsured individuals.

Online bookingWellness & preventive careCancer prevention and screening

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