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Dr. Mark Brinker, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
4.8 (130)
Map Pin Small Houston, TX
Accepting new patients
37 years of experience
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Overview of Dr. Mark Brinker, MD

Dr. Mark Brinker, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Houston, TX. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 37 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine and is affiliated with Texas Orthopedic Hospital. Dr. Brinker, completed a residency at Tulane University School of Medicine. Patients rated Dr. Brinker an average 4.8 star rating.

Dr. Brinker works at Fondren Orthopedic Group - Fondren Main St in Houston, TX. They frequently treat conditions like Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures , Tibial Fracture and Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle) along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and 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. Brinker's Office Locations

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    Fondren Orthopedic Group - Fondren Main St
    7401 Main St, Houston, TX 77030 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions
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Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Tibial Fracture
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)

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Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Tibial Fracture
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Humerus Fracture
Knee Fracture
Femur Fracture
Shoulder Fracture
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Ankle Fracture
Broken Arm
Clavicle Fracture
Difficulty With Walking
Fibular Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Genu Valgum
Genu Varum
Hip Fracture
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Arthrocentesis
Excision of Femur or Knee
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Steroid Injection
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle Impingement
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Cancer
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Broken Neck
Bunion
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Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cerebral Palsy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femoral Stress Fracture
Foot And Ankle Osteophyte
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Hammer Toe
Hand Fracture
Herniated Disc
Hip Osteophyte
Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Knee Dislocation
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Osteophyte
Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Lupus
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Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Meniscus Tear
Miner's Knee
Muscle Cramping
Muscular Dystrophy (MD)
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteogenesis Imperfecta
Osteopenia
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Fracture
Patellar Tendonitis
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Plantar Fasciitis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Runner's Knee
Sacral Fracture
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Sternum Fracture
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Torticollis
Ankle Arthroscopy
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Excision of Humerus
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal
Foot and Ankle Dislocation Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Fracture Care
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Open
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement
Knee Replacement Revision
Limb Lengthening
Neuroplasty
Patellar Tendon Repair
Quadriceps Tendon Repair
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Shoulder Replacement
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Wound Repair
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    Insurance Accepted

    • Aetna
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    • Anthem
    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
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    • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
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    Ratings & Reviews

    4.8
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    Based on 130 ratings
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    4 Star
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    3 Star
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    1 Star
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    About Dr. Mark Brinker, MD

    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 37 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    Gender
    • Male
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    NPI Number
    • 1861480386
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Tulane University School of Medicine
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Tulane University School of Medicine
    Residency
    Internship
    • Tulane University School of Medicine
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Tulane University School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • Texas Orthopedic Hospital

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

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    Dr. Brinker works at Fondren Orthopedic Group - Fondren Main St in Houston, TX. View the full address on Dr. Brinker’s profile.

    Dr. Brinker has seen patients for Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures , Tibial Fracture and Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle), and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Brinker on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    130 patients have reviewed Dr. Brinker. 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. Brinker.

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