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Dr. Mark Brinker, MD

Dr. Mark Brinker, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Mark Brinker, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Houston, TX and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1987. He is affiliated with Texas Orthopedic Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 134 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (134 reviews)

Locations

Fondren Orthopedic Group - Fondren Main St

Fondren Orthopedic Group - Fondren Main St7401S Main St # 2 Houston, TX 77030
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Brinker is affiliated with Texas Orthopedic Hospital Houston, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Brinker specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital SatisfactionPatients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Brinker's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Brinker

4.8
134 ratings, 112 with a written review
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4 star
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The Doctor That Gave Me Back My Life
Within minutes of my initial consultation, Dr. Brinker presented a plan for a surgical procedure to correct my problem which was a 100% complete success.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mark O'Neal – Jan 09, 2025
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Dr. Brinker is a highly skilled Doctor with a helpful and friendly staff of unmatched quality.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 30, 2024
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Dr. Brinker is an amazing doctor. He is confident and makes you know that you can trust him. I am pleased with what he has done for me. Love Dr Brinker
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jun 12, 2024
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Highly Recommend!
Dr. Brinker is absolutely amazing! He was able to get me back on my shattered leg when others couldn’t! I would recommend him for anyone with a non-union break or difficult broken bone. He also was able to lengthen my femur that had to be cut off an 1.5 inches due to non healing. I now have two legs the same length!!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sally Norris – May 05, 2024
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Phenomenal Surgeon
Dr Brinker is a phenomenal surgeon. Not only has he healed a 2 year non-union fracture when no one else could, he has great bedside manner and is very witty.His staff are as good as they get from Amy, to Lisa, to Gabby. These women have got it going on!I highly recommend Dr. Brinker!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Laura L. – Apr 12, 2024
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The Best
Dr. Brinker and his team are the best at what they do! Years ago I had a disastrous injury to both legs after a nearly 40 foot fall off a building at work that turned infectious. Dr. Brinker healed me up and repaired the seemly hopeless injury! 16 years later I slipped not even one foot off the ground hurting my knee, instantly he has sprung into action as if not even a day has gone by! I know I’m in the best hands possible!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Steven Long – Mar 01, 2024
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5 out of 5 most definitely
Dr. Brinker has to be the best orthopedic doctor in the county. The staff is amazing and very very knowledgeable. My appointments were always on time. Just amazing!!!!!!!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 13, 2024
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Dr. BRINKER (SAVED) MY LEG!
I had a shattered Tibia; the result of a catastrophic motorcycle accident. Even so, through external fixation, Dr. Brinker pulled pieces of bone back together, allowing my leg to heal in a manner that promoted my return to walking.If you should have a catastrophic accident involving a leg bone, Dr. BRINKER and the Texas Orthopedic Hospital in Houston, TEXAS Can make you whole again.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 07, 2024
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Highly recommend!
I had several visits. Dr. Brinker's staff is amazing. They are very prompt with call backs and very efficient. Dr. Brinker has a delightful bedside manner and was very helpful with my concerns over my fractured knee. I would and have recommended him to friends and family.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 18, 2023
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Incredible surgeon
Dr. Brinker is truly one of a kind. I suffered a significant injury to my tibia and he is the only surgeon that gave me an option for full recovery with minimal long term effects. While the healing process was long and difficult, knowing I had a world class surgeon in my corner was invaluable. His entire staff was great to work with and Amy was always available to answer my questions with such empathy. I consider myself lucky to have had Dr. Brinker as my surgeon.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Derek – Nov 12, 2023
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Dr Brinker is an awesome doctor. I recommend my family and friends to this doctor. If you need a great surgeon for your orthopedic needs I recommend him hands down.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 03, 2023
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Ecstatic
After having fractured my humerus 6 years, I was feeling hopeless that it would never heal. I was referred to Dr. Brinker because I was told if it can be fixed, he’s your guy! I’m not gonna lie, I did a lot of research on him before I ever made my first appointment. After all I would have to drive 5 hours one way! After meeting with him I was impressed with him overall. I didn’t elect to have my surgery right away, but when I did, I made the right choice. He explained everything and was very sure that he would make my arm whole again. Now fast forward to 6 months post-op and he tells me it’s completely healed. I was relieved to hear those words. I got to ring the bell and was discharged from his care. I highly recommend him if you have any issue with a bone that won’t heal. He and his staff are the best!!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Tricia C. – Sep 16, 2023
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Great Dr. Great advice
Dr. Brinker discussed with us our options for my son’s surgery. And when it comes to issues outside his area of practice he referred us to his colleagues without taking another appointment. Extremely accommodating and professional.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Belal Shadid – Jul 28, 2023
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Dr. Brinker is smart and caring.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 21, 2023
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Dr Brinker is a exceptional doctor who basically saved my rt foot.He’s professional,listened to my concerns and gave me a game plan to correct my ankle and would highly recommend him.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Greg Schaefer – Jun 09, 2023
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Rang the bell!
Yesterday I was able to ring the bell after 3 1/2 months dealing with a spiral femur fracture on a leg that just had a knee replacement 2 1/2 weeks prior. Dr. Brinker took a very scared person and gave them hope that all would be well. I cannot say enough good things. Read all the reviews. If you need a surgeon, he’s the one you need!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jun 07, 2023
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Very Satisfied
Dr. Brinker repaired a tibial plateau fracture I incurred 4 years ago (my local orthopedic group wouldn’t touch it). Recently I had my patella rebuilt by Dr. Brinker and I couldn't be happier with the results. Dr. Brinker was extremely professional and made me feel at ease throughout the entire process. He took the time to explain everything to me and answered all of my questions. The surgery went smoothly and my recovery was quicker than expected. I highly recommend Dr. Brinker to anyone in need of orthopedic care."
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 23, 2023
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Scary Very Brilliant Man
He listens to what you have to say Then tells you what can or cannot be done . I went from no Union in my upper Tibia to 25% in near record time Other Orthopedic Surgeons gave up after 2years of trial and error
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 14, 2023
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I am happy to recommend him
He explains everything very clear and in detail. He takes the time to ask questions and listen.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 12, 2023
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Thankful for Dr. Brinker! External Fixator Expert
My journey has been long, but it would have been longer if it had not been for Dr. Brinker and Texas Orthopedic Hospital (TOH). In 2021, I broke my leg in Central America. I got surgery there so I could fly back home. Upon returning, I was recommended to go anywhere for care. We had a feeling that not just any hospital could treat this inquiry, and we researched hospitals and found TOH. The TOH emergency team recommended Dr. Brinker. We read that he treats “hopeless cases” and performed thousands of Ilizarov surgeries. We knew we were in good hands. I broke my tibia and fibula, and it was described that I “put my leg in a blender.” It took 7 procedures/surgeries and physical therapy. An Ilizarov apparatus was placed on my leg with a titanium plate and screws. Month after month went by, but we saw progress. He was there with me every step of the way for 15 months. We are thankful we placed our trust in him and would recommend him to anyone.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Adan H – Apr 07, 2023
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biography

Dr. Mark Brinker, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Houston, TX and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1987. He is affiliated with Texas Orthopedic Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Tulane University School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Tulane University School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital
  • Tulane University School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital
  • Tulane University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Texas Orthopedic Hospital

    7401 Main St
    Houston, TX 77030
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    93%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    89%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    14% higher than the national average

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