James C. Walker, MD, FACS, Joins Baptist Health Surgical and Specialty Clinic-Conway

CONWAY, Ark. –  James C. Walker, MD, FACS, has joined Baptist Health Surgical and Specialty Clinic-Conway. 

Dr. Walker is a board-certified general surgeon specializing in minimally invasive, robotic-assisted procedures and enjoys advanced endocrine surgery. With more than 11 years experience, he is known for his patient-centered approach and commitment to clear communication throughout every stage of care. 

"I believe patients should fully understand their diagnosis and treatment options," said Dr. Walker. "I take time to explain procedures carefully, using drawings and visual explanations, so patients feel informed, comfortable, and confident in the choices for their care."  

Beyond his surgical practice, Dr. Walker is a recognized leader in trauma care. He served for seven years as the trauma medical director for CHI St. Vincent in Little Rock and has conducted numerous state surveys as an Arkansas State Trauma Site Physician Surveyor. 

A Little Rock native, Dr. Walker earned his Medical Doctorate from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) in 2009. He completed both his surgical internship and residency at UAMS, where he also conducted research focused on the effects of diabetes on the nervous system. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons.  

In his free time, Dr. Walker enjoys running, woodworking and building airplane models and computers. 

Baptist Health Surgical and Specialty Clinic-Conway is located at 625 United Drive, Suite 270. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call (501) 329-1415 or visit Baptist-Health.org.

About Baptist Health

For more than a century, Baptist Health has delivered all our best in health care through Christian compassion and innovative services. Baptist Health, Arkansas’ most comprehensive health care organization, is here For You. For Life. – with more than 300 points of access that include 12 hospitals; urgent care centers; a senior living community; over 75 primary and specialty care clinics; a college with studies in nursing and allied health; and a graduate residency program. It is also the largest private not-for-profit health care organization based in Arkansas, providing care through the support of approximately 12,000 employees, groundbreaking treatments, renowned physicians and community outreach programs. Baptist Health is certified as a Great Place to Work and is honored by Newsweek as one of America’s Most Admired Workplaces 2026. For more information about Baptist Health, visit Baptist-Health.org, call Baptist Health HealthLine at 1-888-BAPTIST or download the myBaptistHealth app. Find us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram.