NORTHWEST ARKANSAS

Your Family’s Partner in Pediatric Care

Kid Gloves Surgical Specialists, founded in 2024 by Dr. Marcene McVay-Gillam, aims to expand patient access to pediatric surgical care in Northwest Arkansas.

ABOUT US

As a trusted specialist in NWA since 2017, she has worked diligently to provide the best possible care for children with the resources available in the region. Kid Gloves represents the next step toward meeting the growing healthcare needs of this rapidly expanding community.

OUR MISSION

To provide expert and compassionate surgical care to babies, children, and young adults in Northwest Arkansas and beyond.

OUR VISION

All children in NWA have access to surgical specialty services provided by local surgeons in local facilities.

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We strive for Excellence.

We value Kindness & Respect.

We provide care that is Individualized, Accessible & Innovative.

OUR VALUES

OUR SERVICES

Serious Care, Happy Team

We get it, seeing a surgeon is not usually anyone’s idea of fun. Around here, we work hard to make the experience brighter. We genuinely enjoy working together, and that sense of comfort and connection extends to the families we care for.

Dr. Marcene
McVay-Gillam

MD, MMM, FACS, FAAP

PEDIATRIC SURGEON

My hometown is Fort Smith, Arkansas. After a brief time in south Texas, I was drawn back to Northwest Arkansas in 2017 and can’t imagine living anywhere else!

I didn’t choose pediatric surgery as a specialty… it chose me! I have been hooked since my first clinical rotation as a medical student. Even though some days are challenging, I have never regretted a single day in this specialty. While we don’t have human children of our own, I have always said that my patients are my kids. This work is incredibly fulfilling, and I hope to continue serving my community in this way for many, many years to come.

  • UNDERGRADUATE
    Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, University of Arkansas (Fayetteville) • 1999

    MD
    University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences • 2004

    RESIDENCY
    General Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (Little Rock) • 2009

    FELLOWSHIP
    Pediatric Surgery, Arkansas Children’s Hospital (Little Rock) • 2012

    Double-Board Certified by
    the American Board of Surgery:

    • General Surgery, since 2011

    • Pediatric Surgery, since 2013

    Master of Medical Management Carnegie Mellon University • 2025

    Academic Appointments:

    Adjunct Associate Professor

    • University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (Fayetteville)

    • Alice L. Walton School of Medicine (Bentonville)

    • University of Texas Health Sciences Center, San Antonio (Texas)

    Veteran, United States Air Force
    Honorably discharged 2017 • Lt Colonel

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My Beagles • Baseball • Travel • Farming

MD, FAAP, FACS, MAMSE

PEDIATRIC SURGEON

Dr. Sabina Siddiqui

Born in Texas, raised in Tennessee and traveled a bit here and there before landing somewhere nice and in-between!

I can’t imagine a better job than getting to take care of young humans and their families during some of their most difficult times. The job humbles and excites me on a daily basis - if I don’t know the answer to the question brought to me, I will reach out to my global network to find answers for my patients. I firmly believe kids should get the best care possible, regardless of their geography.

  • UNDERGRADUATE
    Bachelor of Science in Biology, Bachelor of Arts in Communication, George Washington University (Washington, DC) • 2000

    MD
    University of Tennessee Health Science Center (Memphis) • 2004

    RESIDENCY
    General Surgery, University of Tennessee (Knoxville) • 2010

    FELLOWSHIP
    Device Innovation, University of Michigan (Ann Arbor) • 2011
    Surgical Critical Care - Pediatric focus, UofM (AA) • 2012
    Pediatric Surgery, UofM (AA) • 2016

    Triple-Board Certified by
    the American Board of Surgery:

    • General Surgery, 2011

    • Surgical Critical Care, 2013

    • Pediatric Surgery, 2017

    Academic Appointments:

    Adjunct Associate Professor

    • Alice L. Walton School of Medicine (Bentonville)

    • University of Texas Health Sciences Center, San Antonio (Texas)

    Associate Clinical Professor
    University of Chicago (Illinois)

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Global Health • Device Innovation • Food

Lizzett Esqueda

PATIENT COORDINATOR

Originally from Southern California, my husband and I moved to NW Arkansas in 2017 and instantly fell in love with the community and the natural beauty around us.

I found my passion for working in healthcare early. Caring for patients and their families brings me a deep sense of joy and purpose, and I feel truly grateful to be part of such meaningful work.

  • Medical Assistant, Cerritos College • 2016

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My Husband & 2 Kids • Baseball • Where to Take a Good Walk in Nature • What I’m Reading

Meet the Team Behind Kid Gloves

We have been working side-by-side in Northwest Arkansas since 2020. We share a genuine love for pediatric surgery and a collaborative spirit that makes the care we provide stronger, more thoughtful, and more connected. Our teamwork goes beyond the clinic, with joint involvement in a wide range of local, national, and international projects.