Dr. Brian R. Braaksma, MD | Flower Mound, TX | Orthopedic Surgeon

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Orthopedic spine surgery is the focus of Dr. Brian Braaksma's practice. He treats back pain, back pain in children and teens, and back pain during pregnancy, and performs lumbar epidural steroid injections. He has practiced orthopedic surgery and orthopedic spine surgery for 20 years and is affiliated with Rush University Medical Center.

Dr. Braaksma earned his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons and sees patients in Flower Mound and Fort Worth, Texas.

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accepting new patients
4.3

45 Ratings
20 years of experience
57 insurance plans accepted
Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
27 written reviews
2 specialties
18 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
3 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Braaksma's Ratings and Reviews

4.3

45 Ratings with 27 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 11 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (24) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Had a good bedside manner: (26) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Spent time with me: (24) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (22) Did WellNeeds Improvement (6)
Flexible scheduling: (26) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
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Dr. Braaksma put me at ease with my diagnosis. He made me understand it is a treatable condition and he would be there to facilitate that treatment. He explains things clearly in a language that is easy to understand without talking down to you. He eased my worry.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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Provided follow-up after the visit
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August 4th, 2021

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After explaining how much pain my husband was in when we finally got an appointment wasn’t even the doc. Saw pa. Waited all that time !

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August 3rd, 2021

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He took time to throughly explain in layman's terms what was going on in my back. He touched right where my pain was. Then shared what surgical procedure needs to be done. He was my third Dr I had seen for this problem. I am so thankful to finally get some resolution from this ongoing issue.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
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June 17th, 2021

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Doctor Braaksma was very through and explained everything in detail about my back injury, highly recommend he and his staff, very professional

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
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June 11th, 2021

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Our visit with Dr. Braaksma was a great experience. Dr. Braaksma has great bedside manners and was very thorough with our visit with him. He was very courteous & professional and I would highly recommend him.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 7th, 2021

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I absolutely 100% felt taken care of! Dr Braaksma, from the word go, was professional and explained everything in detail, explained my MRI and pointed out my problem area. I felt like he took the time to look at my case, and read thru my previous spinal surgery notes. I’ve seen many, and I mean MANY, doctors in my life and he made me feel like a patient, not just a number. He cares, and it shows. I’m glad I had the opportunity to meet him and be under his care. He reassured me that my issue is fixable and that he can fix the problem. Very thankful to meet him.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 7th, 2021

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I received a very good summary of the steps going forward.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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Provided follow-up after the visit
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May 25th, 2021

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Dr. Braaksma . Excellent Surgeon, He did my surgery on my L4 L5. Got me back to work in 8 weeks, No pain down my leg, Highly recommend! Thanks Melinda!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
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April 16th, 2021

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Great Doctor. He explained procedure and made sure that we understood everything.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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April 16th, 2021

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I was seen by Sage Norwood, Dr Braaksma's PA-C. She answered all my questions and discussed what was ahead for treatment to full recovery. Very knowledgeable and reassuring. An absolute pleasure to have on the Dr. Braaksma / Orthoillinois patient care team!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

April 16th, 2021

Texas Back Institute

4370 Medical Arts Dr Ste 230Flower Mound, TX 75028

Tel: (972) 956-8181

Dr. Brian Robert Braaksma

3025 N Tarrant Pkwy Ste 220Fort Worth, TX 76177

Tel: (817) 898-6688

Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Flower Mound

4400 Long Prairie RdFlower Mound, TX 75028

Tel: (469) 322-7000


Dr. Brian Robert Braaksma, MD	Dr. Rahul Banerjee, MD	Dr. Saqib Siddiqui, MD	Dr. Elizabeth Hubbard, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (45 Ratings)	4.6 (38 Ratings)	3.5 (38 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
20 Years of Experience	27 Years of Experience	37 Years of Experience	16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English
Flower Mound , TX	Plano , TX	San Antonio , TX	Frisco , TX
Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons	Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of New South Wales Faculty Of Medicine	Med School: Albany Medical College
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Arthroscopy
Back Injuries
Back Pain
Bone Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Curved Back (Lordosis)
Herniated Disc
Hip Surgery
Joint Pain/Swelling
Joint Replacement
Laminectomy
Lower Back Pain
Neck Injuries
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Osteoarthritis
Scoliosis
Sports Medicine
Surgery

Dr. Brian Robert Braaksma holds an active medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons in 2006.

NPI Number

Dr. Braaksma's NPI number is 1144476995.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Brian Braaksma affiliated with?: Dr. Brian Braaksma is affiliated with Rush University Medical Center.

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