Dr. James K. Rudder, MD | Hot Springs Village, AR | Orthopedic Surgery

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Dr. James Rudder is an orthopedic surgeon who earned his medical degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine. He completed his residency training at Scott & White Memorial Hospital and brings 31 years of experience to his practice. Dr. Rudder is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve diverse patient communities.

Dr. Rudder practices at multiple locations across Arkansas, including Hot Springs Village, Magnolia, and North Little Rock. He focuses on treating joint pain, osteoarthritis, and knee-related conditions. His treatment approach includes physical therapy and strength training programs, and he performs specialized procedures such as femoral nerve blocks for pain management. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 on Vitals.

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3.9

41 Ratings
31 years of experience
28 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish, English
Scott & White Memorial Hospital
14 written reviews
1 specialty
17 areas of expertise
4 office locations
Male

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After the 2 surgeries her did on my shoulder it was worse than when he started. Had another surgery done in Little Rock trying to repair the mess. 15 years later still suffering horribly.

February 15th, 2023

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Excellent caring and compassionate. You are his number one priority

July 24th, 2019

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Rude, curses at staff, abrasive behavior especially toward women.

April 20th, 2019

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We have a physical therapy practice and we send all our hard cases to Dr. James k. Rudder. I just recently used him myself for a fractured Tibia & Fibia. He really listens and cares about how you feel and what is best for your injury. Go see him. 5 Stars

March 8th, 2019

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I'm scared for life because of a 3rd degree burn that I received during surgery. It left a huge scar on my arm. He was shady with me concerning it and the Hospital took the blame. I also caught the them in a lie.

December 3rd, 2017

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Awful experience. Went to Dr Young and loved him!

June 2nd, 2016

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Very unprofessional. Staff was on their cell phones and used inappropriate language that I overheard while in exam room. Dr did not spend time with my wife. He just wanted to sign her up for surgery.

March 28th, 2016

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Dr. Rudder has been my orthopedic doctor since 2008. He has treated me for several different ailments and I have been very impressed and pleased with the care he has given me. His diagnosis and treatment plans have been accurate and very helpful. I

January 18th, 2016

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Dr Rudder is the BEST doctor ever. He has kept me going thru 5 operations. I don't know what I would do without him to help me.

May 19th, 2015

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This Dr. Will never touch any of us I feel when a Dr. Is called to the hospital he should come at a hour that there is a parent there to understand him we understood it was Sunday and he would be there after a Church he didn't get there till 9:30PM this is not acceptable. Plus the patient was on morphine and knew nothing he said to him mother had step downstairs to get a drink.

July 28th, 2014

Martin Orthopedics

122 Cordoba Center DrHot Springs Village, AR 71909

Tel: (501) 441-3494

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Thu8:30 am - 4:00 pm

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Mrmc Orthopedic Surgery Clinic

1005 N JACKSON STE BMAGNOLIA, AR 71753

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Arkansas Surgical Hospital

5201 Northshore DrNorth Little Rock, AR 72118

Tel: (501) 748-8000

Magnolia Regional Medical Center

101 Hospital DrMagnolia, AR 71753

Tel: (870) 235-3000


Dr. James Kevin Rudder, MD	Dr. Larry Luong Nguyen, MD	Dr. Samuel Arden Moore, DO	Dr. Christopher Young, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.9 (41 Ratings)	4.7 (107 Ratings)	4.8 (184 Ratings)	4.4 (53 Ratings)
31 Years of Experience	30 Years of Experience	19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, German
Hot Springs Village , AR	Little Rock , AR	North Little Rock , AR	Hot Springs , AR
Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine	Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine	Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med	Med School: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
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Orthopedic Surgery

Arthroscopy
Bone Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Dupuytren's Contracture
Herniated Disc
Hip Surgery
Joint Pain/Swelling
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Knee Osteoarthritis
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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Arkansas, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Scott & White Memorial Hospital

Medical School

University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of MedicineGraduated in 1995

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What languages does Dr. James Rudder speak?: Dr. James Rudder speaks Spanish and English.
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