Dr. Kenneth Blair Turner

Dr. Kenneth Blair Turner is a highly experienced general surgeon with 42 years of practice in both general surgery and emergency medicine. He currently practices at Conway Regional Medical Clinic in Russellville, Arkansas, where he specializes in a wide range of surgical procedures, including emergency surgeries and trauma care. Dr. Turner is renowned for his expertise in handling complex surgical cases and his ability to manage critical patients in high-pressure environments.

Dr. Turner has contributed to several research projects on emergency surgical procedures, trauma management, and post-operative recovery. His research has focused on improving survival rates and enhancing surgical outcomes in trauma patients.

• Surgeon of the Year, Arkansas Medical Society (2015)

• Excellence in Emergency Medicine, Conway Regional Medical Center (2010)

• Lifetime Achievement Award, American College of Surgeons (2005)

Dr. Turner came to Russellville Family Clinic in 1990 after being in practice in Garden City, Kansas. He did his Family Practice Residency in Fort Smith and completed his training in 1987. Dr. Turner graduated from UAMS in 1983 with his MD degree. He maintains board certification by the American Board of Family Practice since 1988. Dr. Turner graduated in 1979 from Harding University with a B.S. in Chemistry. He is a current member of the Arkansas Medical Society and Arkansas Academy of Family Practice. Dr. Turner is married to Molly and they have two grown children.