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Dr. Brian Braaksma, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery*
4.8 (162)
Map Pin Small Fort Worth, TX
Accepting new patients
18 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Brian Braaksma, MD

Dr. Brian Braaksma, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgery Specialist in Fort Worth, TX. They specialize in Orthopedic Spine Surgery, has 18 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from Columbia University, New York, NY and is affiliated with Medical City Alliance. Dr. Braaksma, completed a residency at Rush University Dept. of Orthopedic Surgery, Chicago, IL. Patients rated Dr. Braaksma an average 4.8 star rating.

Dr. Braaksma works at Texas Back Institute - Alliance in Fort Worth, TX. They frequently treat conditions like Sciatica and Low Back Pain along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Braaksma's Office Locations

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    Texas Back Institute - Alliance
    3025 N Tarrant Pkwy Ste 220, Fort Worth, TX 76177 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions
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Sciatica
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Low Back Pain
Spinal Stenosis
Back Pain
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Stenosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Degenerative Disc Disease
Herniated Disc
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Myelopathy
Neck Sprain
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Radiculopathy
Scoliosis
Spinal Osteophyte
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Spondylolisthesis
Upper Back Pain
Whiplash
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Cervical Spinal Fusion
Facet Blocks
Herniated Disc Surgery
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Laminoforaminotomy
Lumbar Fusion with Robotic Assist
Lumbar Spinal Fusion
Spinal Cord Decompression
Spinal Fusion
Spinal Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Disorders
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Broken Neck
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cauda Equina Syndrome
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cervical Spine Disorders
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Cervical Sprain
Coccygeal Pain
Degenerative Scoliosis
Difficulty With Walking
Foot Fracture
Fracture
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Gout
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Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Knee Fracture
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Disc Degeneration
Lumbar Herniated Disc
Neck Muscle Strain
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Osteosarcoma
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Pinched Nerve in Back
Polyneuropathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Sacral Fracture
Sacrum Disorders
Schmorl's Nodes
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Instability
Spine Disorders
Spondylitis
Tarlov Cyst
Tethered Cord Syndrome
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Thoracic Spinal Cord Injury
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Torticollis
Anterior Disc Decompression and Fusion
Bone Scan
Disc Replacement
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Neuroplasty
Neurostimulation
Neurostimulator Implantation
Percutaneous Kyphoplasty
Percutaneous Vertebroplasty
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spine Fracture Treatment
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    • Blue Cross Blue Shield
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    Ratings & Reviews

    4.8
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    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 18 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1144476995
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • New York University Hospital for Joint Diseases, New York, NY
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Rush University Dept. of Orthopedic Surgery, Chicago, IL
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • Columbia University, New York, NY
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • Medical City Alliance

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    Dr. Brian Braaksma, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Braaksma is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Braaksma has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Braaksma works at Texas Back Institute - Alliance in Fort Worth, TX. View the full address on Dr. Braaksma’s profile.

    Dr. Braaksma has seen patients for Sciatica and Low Back Pain, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Braaksma on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    162 patients have reviewed Dr. Braaksma. The overall rating for this provider is 4.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Braaksma.

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