Dr. Mark R. Brinker, MD | Houston, TX | Orthopedic Surgery

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Dr. Mark Brinker is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in orthopedic surgery and orthopedic trauma. He earned his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and completed his residency at LSU Health Sciences. With 39 years of experience in orthopedic care, Dr. Brinker brings extensive expertise to treating complex bone and joint conditions. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Brinker practices at Texas Orthopedic Hospital and Memorial Hermann Texas Medical Center in Houston, Texas. He focuses on treating patients with limping, leg fractures, and joint pain. His approach to care includes physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy to help patients recover mobility and function. Patients have given Dr. Brinker an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 for his care.

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4.3

50 Ratings
39 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
Lsu Health Sciences
17 written reviews
2 specialties
4 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
2 hospital affiliations
3 office locations
Male

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brilliant surgeon, funny, engaging

August 9th, 2020

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No other ortho would even help me, they all said to just amputate. When I met Dr. Brinker, he said we wouldn't even discuss amputation with me. I'm 23 years old and I've had about 29 surgeries the last 15 years. When I was 9 years old an oak tree fell and crushed my leg after hurricane Katrina and since then the main focus was keeping my leg. I'm really thankful for what Dr. Brinker has done for me, he's a great surgeon and a great man. All I ever hear in the waiting room is how he saved so many peoples limbs and has positively affected so many lives. He's the best at what he does. If this doesn't work, at least I'll know I did everything I could. But I have complete faith in Dr. Brinker. I'm so glad I found him.

March 17th, 2020

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Dr Brinker is an awesome surgeon. I don’t think my husband would be able to walk today if not for Dr Brinker.

February 4th, 2020

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Dr Brinker is an awesome surgeon. I don’t think my husband would be able to walk today if not for Dr Brinker.

February 4th, 2020

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Dr Brinker is an awesome surgeon. I don’t think my husband would be able to walk today if not for Dr Brinker.

February 4th, 2020

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Dr Brinker is an awesome surgeon. I don’t think my husband would be able to walk today if not for Dr Brinker.

February 4th, 2020

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Dr Brinker is an awesome surgeon. I don’t think my husband would be able to walk today if not for Dr Brinker.

February 4th, 2020

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Dr Brinker is an awesome surgeon. I don’t think my husband would be able to walk today if not for Dr Brinker.

February 4th, 2020

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As close to a miracle worker as you will find. If you are seriously injured and need an orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Brinker is the guy you want. He is the only reason I am walking today. He is known as the leg saver for good reasons!

January 6th, 2019

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I am disappointed, scared, upset, and angry. This doctor has been rude and disrespectful to my elderly mother and kid brother every time they visit him. They drive SIX hours to see him because I recommended the hospital after finding it online. I do not know why, maybe because mom pays with medicare? is hispanic? or maybe Dr. Brinker feels stuck with them? I do not know, if he would return my call maybe I would find out. I am disappointed because after 3 surgeries elsewhere, I really believed the reviews of this doctor and hospital and hoped the 4th operation would be the final. Post surgery care was horrible and dangerous. I am upset and angry because I am not there when mom sees Dr. Brinker, he would not be rude to ME and get away with it. I am scared because he might do something wrong intentionally.

October 12th, 2016

Fondren Orthopedic Group Llp

7401 Main StHouston, TX 77030

Tel: (713) 799-2300

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Memorial Hermann Texas Medical Center

6411 Fannin StHouston, TX 77030

Tel: (713) 704-4000

Texas Orthopedic Hospital

7401 Main StHouston, TX 77030

Tel: (713) 799-8600


Dr. Mark R Brinker, MD	Dr. Stephanie S. Gardner, MD	Dr. Jason S. Ahuero, MD	Dr. Robert Alan Jack, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (50 Ratings)	5 (10 Ratings)	4 (21 Ratings)	5 (41 Ratings)
39 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	Speaks English
Houston , TX	Cypress , TX	Houston , TX	Houston , TX
Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine	Med School: Texas A&M Health Science Center	Med School: Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas
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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Lsu Health Sciences

Medical School

Tulane University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1987

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