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Congratulations Dr. Hefley and Dr. Stewart! Congratulations Dr. Hefley, Dr. Bowen, and Dr. Stewart!
Jason G. Stewart, M.D.
William F. Hefley, Jr., M.D. William F. Hefley, Jr., M.D.
Scott Bowen, M.D.
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CongratulationstotoDrs. Dr.Hefley, HefleyBowen and Dr. rankedamong amongAYAY Magazine’s Congratulations andStewart Stewartfor forbeing being ranked Magazine’s Best Orthopedic & Sports Medicine in Central Arkansas. Best Orthopedic Surgeons inSurgeons Central Arkansas. WithHefley, over 50Bowen years and of experience between them, the Dr. Hefley Dr. Stewart haveinimproved the lives of From Drs. Stewart have improved lives ofand countless patients Central Arkansas. countlesssuffering patients inwith Central From patients suffering frominjuries, joint pain to athletes withand acute sportsitinjuries, patients joint Arkansas. pain to athletes with acute sports they have seen treated all. they have seen and treated it all. Dr. Hefley, Dr. Stewart, and rest of our incredible team are dedicated to Our incredible team is dedicated to restoring quality of life to all of our patients. That’s why year after year restoring quality life to all of ourthe patients. year after year our in surgeons are and ranked among the best our surgeons areofranked among best inThat’s theirwhy respective specialties Arkansas, beyond. in their respective specialties in Arkansas, and beyond. If you or a loved one suffers from bone or joint pain of the hand, elbow, foot, ankle, knee, hip or shoulder, call today schedule an appointment surgeon Bowen Hefley Orthopedics. to a morecall If you or ato loved one suffers from bone orwith jointapain of theathand, elbow, foot, ankle, knee, Return hip, or shoulder, pain free and active lifestyle with help from the best of the best! today to schedule an appointment with a surgeon at Bowen Hefley Orthopedics. Return to a more pain free
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“Dr. Strong and his team made my teeth look fabulous! I got my smile back!” - Mary Kate porcelain veneers
Thank you for voting Dr. Strong AY’s Best Cosmetic Dentist!
Samuel M. Strong DDS 1415 Breckenridge Drive, Suite D | Little Rock, AR 72227 | 501-224-2333 | strongdentalcare.com
From top left: Dr. Matthew Kagy, Dr. Brian Wayne and Dr. Thomas Manning. From bottom left: Dr. Gregory Dwyer and Alexandra Sanroma, PA-C.
Comprehensive, Contemporary & Customized Skin Care THANK YOU FOR VOTING LITTLE ROCK DERMATOLOGY BEST DERMATOLOGY CLINIC! Little Rock Dermatology Clinic was founded in 1956. The clinic is now the longest established clinic in Arkansas. In addition to treating general dermatologic conditions, we offer cosmetic services and surgical management of skin cancers. Patients of all ages are welcome. 501.664.4161 • Ste. 301 500 S. University Ave., Little Rock • littlerockdermatology.com
Thank you AY readers and congratulations to the entire Superior Bathhouse Brewery team! Best Brewery 2019
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Bartender • Burger Lunch • Place to Visit
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Make Your Visit to Hot Springs a Winner! Stay at The Waters & Dine at The Avenue
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Seafood Restaurant
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