Brian P. Flanagan, MD

Brian P. Flanagan, MD

4.9 
3527 ratings  Read Reviews
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Primary Specialty

Joint Replacement & Adult Reconstruction Surgery

Secondary Specialty

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Practice Focus Areas

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Reasons to Schedule a Visit

This medical professional may be a good choice for you if you are looking for care for any of the following:

  • Acl, meniscus, ligament tear
  • Arthritis
  • Hamstring or quadriceps problem or tendonitis
  • Hamstring rupture or avulsion
  • Hip dislocation
  • Hip replacement - new replacement
  • Hip replacement - problems with previous replacement
  • Hip replacement (new replacement)
  • Hip replacement (problems with previous replacement)
  • Knee replacement - new replacement
  • Knee replacement - problems with previous replacement
  • Labral (cartilage that cushions a joint) tear or hip impingement (problem with the hip bones)
  • Labral tear or hip impingement
  • Pain
  • Suspected or known fracture or broken bone(s)

Education

Medical Education:
MD, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science Chicago Medical School - 2011
Residency:
McLaren Health Care/Flint/MSU - 2016
Fellowships:
Corewell Health East Beaumont (Royal Oak and Taylor) - 2017

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Northwestern McHenry Huntley & Woodstock Hospitals

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9
4.9 

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100 Most Recent Reviews

February 27, 2026

5.0

Well Today Was My 1st Day Meeting So With That Said Again Took Time An Explained An Showed Myself As Well As My Daughter's The Xray's An Why What We're Doing Is The Best For Pain Releaf An Keep Me Able To Continue Living.

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February 25, 2026

5.0

DR. Brian Patrick Flanagan for me was an excellent surgeon.

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February 24, 2026

5.0

He's just good

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February 24, 2026

5.0

Super nice physician who did a wonderful job explaining everything to me.

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February 23, 2026

5.0

Very thorough and straightforward.

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February 23, 2026

5.0

He did my knee replacement-fantastic. Great doctor!

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February 23, 2026

5.0

The best

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February 22, 2026

5.0

Took the time to answer all my questions and explained what I should do, and what to do if I had questions

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February 21, 2026

5.0

The Best! I've had both hips replaced within a year and I couldn't ask for anyone better.

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February 20, 2026

5.0

He was extremely knowledgeable, listened to our concerns, had a thorough plan of attack and had an excellent bedside manner!

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February 20, 2026

5.0

Great dr. He explains everything in great detail

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February 20, 2026

5.0

He is top notch - The best !!!

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February 20, 2026

5.0

Amazing surgeon really cares about his patients

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February 20, 2026

5.0

Dr. Flanagan inspired confidence, answered all my questions, kept me informed through brochures and information given to me, and was professional and approachable.

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February 20, 2026

5.0

He is very good. I never have any pain during and after procedure.

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February 19, 2026

5.0

Great Doctor

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February 17, 2026

5.0

Super surgeon

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February 16, 2026

5.0

Very personable, explained everything and answered all questions.

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February 16, 2026

5.0

He's the best!

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February 13, 2026

5.0

I definitely would recommend Dr. Flanagan to each and every person who needs a hip replacement. I had surgery one week ago and I'm healing day by day. Thank you so much

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February 11, 2026

5.0

Very knowledgeable and personable

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February 11, 2026

5.0

very helpful, very professional but reassuring presence

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February 11, 2026

5.0

Great doctor and answers all my questions

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February 10, 2026

5.0

Doctor Flanagan care about his patients

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February 10, 2026

5.0

He knows his job and with no beating around the bush tells the patient what is the best thing to do that will help you out.

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February 09, 2026

5.0

Great doctor. Good at what he does. Made me feel comfortable. Very friendly. My Dr recommended him. My son in law had two knee replacements done by Dr Flanagan and is doing great.

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February 09, 2026

5.0

He was very nice to talk to. Has good reviews on social media

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February 09, 2026

5.0

Dr. Flanagan was very nice and made me feel at ease right away. Explained everything very well.

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February 09, 2026

5.0

I have a lot of confidence in the dr

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February 09, 2026

5.0

Excellent surgeon! Couldn't have asked for better results! Have already been recommending him.

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February 08, 2026

5.0

Dr Flanagan was very thorough in his exam & explanation. Answered all my questions. He gave me confidence that he was the right person for my surgery.

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February 07, 2026

5.0

Dr Flanagan is a excellent surgeon, and as a very good patient doctor relationship, he is professional and keeps up to date on the newest orthopedic surgical interventions.

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February 06, 2026

5.0

Great bedside manner, explains himself well, answers all my questions.

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February 06, 2026

5.0

He's friendly ,he's compassionate, and gentle while doing a procedure

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February 06, 2026

5.0

Excellent doctor

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February 04, 2026

5.0

Dr. Flanagan is kind and compassionate who is an expert in his field. I trust him.

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February 02, 2026

5.0

He listens, is knowledgeable and clearly cares.

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January 31, 2026

5.0

Highly qualified and experienced but also does a great job of explaining things and listening to any questions or concerns; would gladly recommend him.

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January 27, 2026

5.0

Knowledgeable and thorough In diagnosis and care

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January 25, 2026

5.0

Great bedside manner and an expert.

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January 24, 2026

5.0

Takes his time and explains things well

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January 24, 2026

5.0

Knee replacement is serious stuff and you need a really good quality surgeon. I have recommended Dr.Flanagan to many people. Eventually I will need to have my left hip replaced and I plan on him to do it.

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January 23, 2026

5.0

Very knowledgeable, professional and personable

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January 20, 2026

5.0

He gathers info, talks with patient to hear what is going on. Then he orders test to explore and see the problem better.Then goes from there.

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January 19, 2026

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable and excellent surgeon

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January 19, 2026

5.0

Very professional, easy to explain things.So I can understand

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January 19, 2026

5.0

Always listens to me & does his best to resolve any issues I have with painful joints etc.

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January 17, 2026

5.0

Dr. Flanagan took good care of me. He talked to me before and after the surgery he's very nice person.

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January 16, 2026

5.0

Doo pi es a good job and great bedside manner.

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January 16, 2026

5.0

Everything is coming together with the new hip,he was great

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January 16, 2026

5.0

Dr. Flanagan was knowledgeable and professional. He explained the procedure with clear and understandable terms, as well as allowing time for questions and answers.

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January 12, 2026

5.0

Great knowledge, skill and has great rapport.

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January 12, 2026

5.0

He takes the time to listen and answer my questions.

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January 12, 2026

5.0

Professional, knowledgeable, personable

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January 12, 2026

5.0

Listened and understood the complexity of my case and referred me to Rush. He's also getting the necessary imaging for me, in the meantime.

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January 09, 2026

5.0

Did a GREAT SURGERY

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January 05, 2026

5.0

Very good and nice doctor. Very skilled and professional.

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January 05, 2026

5.0

He explains things pretty good and is friendly.

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January 03, 2026

5.0

Excellent doctor.

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January 03, 2026

5.0

great surgeon. explains things. gentle when Changin a dressing

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January 02, 2026

5.0

Excellent doctor, always takes the time to explain everything

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January 02, 2026

5.0

Very knowledgeable and can find solutions to problems immediately.

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December 30, 2025

5.0

Great bedside manner and he really knows what he's doing

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December 29, 2025

5.0

Asks questions and gives you Iideas how to get thru the surgery and lots of help for after . Finds out how this will help after. Definitely wants to help any way he can.

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December 29, 2025

5.0

Dr. Flanagan is extremely knowledgeable, professional, yet very personable. He always takes time with his patients to make sure they are informed and feel taken care of at the highest level. He's the BEST!

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December 29, 2025

5.0

He is very thorough and detailed.

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December 29, 2025

5.0

He is a very good surgeon with a lot of patients. When I talk about my surgery usually that's who they say their doctor is.

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December 27, 2025

5.0

He explains everything and points things out on the X-rays informing me of what is going on. He has a great bedside manner and doesn't rush me.

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December 26, 2025

5.0

Extremely profession.

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December 26, 2025

5.0

Dr explained options available and was prepared to start the whole process and explained step by step what was to take place.Great bed side manor and didn't go straight to surgery option first. Still in a lot of discomfort and have a bad headache but I'm sure it just takes time.

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December 23, 2025

5.0

He is very easy to talk to me about my problems and procedures!

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December 23, 2025

5.0

He's done my previous surgeries.

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December 23, 2025

5.0

Friendly, professional, helpful and helps my bad knees with injections

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December 22, 2025

5.0

Listens, explains, super easy to schedule

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December 22, 2025

5.0

Extremely knowledgeable, great bedside manner and just a pleasure to have is my doctor

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December 22, 2025

5.0

Dr. Flanagan is dynamite !!!

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December 22, 2025

5.0

His manner is friendly and attentive.

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December 22, 2025

5.0

Knowledgeable, caring, great explanations and excellent patient care.

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December 19, 2025

5.0

Great doctor

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December 19, 2025

5.0

Simply put, great results and great communication.

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December 19, 2025

5.0

Dr Flanagan has excellent bedside manner, listens well, provides clear and detailed explanations of my X-rays and understood my issues.

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December 16, 2025

5.0

I already have recommended Dr. Flanagan to several people.

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December 15, 2025

5.0

He's always very professional yet friendly

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December 15, 2025

5.0

Great Doctor

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December 15, 2025

5.0

Dr. Flanagan is a fantastic doctor. He is caring and empathetic. He takes time to talk to his patients and listens to their concerns. He also makes sure his patients fully understand the health issues, are involved in decisions and the treatment plan.

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December 12, 2025

5.0

Dr. Flanagan is very competent. He listens and explains everything very well.

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December 12, 2025

5.0

He is very detailed and communicated what to expect.

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December 09, 2025

5.0

Kind, caring, understanding

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December 08, 2025

5.0

Would give 10 but want to wait to see how things go in the next month or so.

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December 08, 2025

5.0

Competent and pleasant Wants to meet my needs

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December 07, 2025

5.0

Dr. Flanagan is very good to work with. His explanations are thorough, easy to understand and not rushed. He is also a very skilled surgeon. That fact I am having Dr. Flanagan do my next knee replacement surgery is my endorsement of my confidence in Dr. Flanagan for a good outcome a second time.

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December 06, 2025

5.0

Listens and advises. Give options is that's what you're asking for.

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December 05, 2025

5.0

He is experienced and has provided me two successful knee surgeries! He is personable and professional. The staff provided the same top notch care-

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December 05, 2025

5.0

Flanagan is the best. Caring, knowledgeable, excellent surgeon.

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December 05, 2025

5.0

he listens! He was totally present with me. Discussed options - explained all options - showed me why he was suggesting plan. Truly appreciated his honest approach

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December 05, 2025

5.0

Has been my Ortho Docter and Surgeon second time around. Professional, Compassionate, the most organized Team I have experienced and I'm 77 yrs old. Treat their patients with respect and extremely informative.

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December 02, 2025

5.0

He listens and explains

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December 01, 2025

5.0

He took the time to answer all my questions and explained what to expect.

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November 28, 2025

5.0

Excellent doctor. Very thorough explaining everything, showed that he cared for me as a patient going through major surgery and he eased my fear that I was experiencing.

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November 26, 2025

5.0

He is a great personable Doctor!

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Brian P. Flanagan, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

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