Brian Patrick Flanagan, MD

Brian Patrick Flanagan, MD

4.9 
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Primary Specialty

Joint Replacement & Adult Reconstruction Surgery

Secondary Specialty

CALL

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Education

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

Board Certifications

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

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Huntley Hospital
McHenry Hospital
Woodstock Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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4.9
4.9 

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100 Most Recent Reviews

August 30, 2022

5.0

listened to my concerns offered different solutions immediate attention

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August 29, 2022

5.0

Young will be your doctor for a long time professional very nice to talk to

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August 29, 2022

5.0

He is very, very good. Doctor Flanigan explains everything in easy to understand terms.

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August 29, 2022

5.0

He is very detailed and made sure I understood my X-ray results and I really liked his personality and I was very comfortable with him.

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August 29, 2022

5.0

His bedside manner was awesome. He got right to work and was very precise.

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August 29, 2022

5.0

He is a listener; gave information; no rush; nice; show me and explain the mri image; told me the surgery process; referred me to another doctor. I like him a lot.

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August 27, 2022

5.0

SIMPLE: DR FLANAGAN'S DEMEANOR + HE DOES NOT BULLSHIT YOU & LOOKS YOU IN THE EYES WHEN SPEAKING! TRUSTWORTHY / GOOD KARMA

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August 26, 2022

5.0

Listens knowledgeable kind

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August 25, 2022

5.0

Did what he said he was going to do

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August 25, 2022

4.0

Took time to explain surgery

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August 25, 2022

5.0

Very helpful and informative.

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August 24, 2022

5.0

I did not have much contact with him, he explained procedure results to “my person” who was impressed with him.

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August 24, 2022

5.0

Very thorough

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August 23, 2022

5.0

He explains thoroughly and gives multiple options for therapy

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August 22, 2022

5.0

Interes humano por el pasiente y amabilidad

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August 21, 2022

5.0

Surgery so far was awesome!!

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August 20, 2022

5.0

He knows what he’s doing and has a terrific personality!

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August 20, 2022

5.0

Because he let me talk, ask questions and he answered those questions accordingly.

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August 19, 2022

5.0

He was thorough even though he was over -schedueled.

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August 18, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable, very prompt and has a real easy going bed side manner

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August 18, 2022

5.0

He listens.

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August 18, 2022

5.0

Very personal and professional and knowledgeable.

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August 18, 2022

5.0

My girlfriend recommended Dr. F. My friend doesn’t like doctors or most people but she told me he is GREAT. Right she was!

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August 18, 2022

5.0

He is a caring and skilled surgeon who thoroughly explained every step in this process clearly. I am fortunate he was my surgeon.

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August 17, 2022

5.0

Intelligent, thorough

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August 13, 2022

5.0

I think Dr.Flanagan is very nice and I feel very comfortable with him

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August 13, 2022

5.0

Willing to spend as much time as I needed to answer all my questions

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August 12, 2022

5.0

I like his honest approach

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August 12, 2022

5.0

Took the time to share all of our options. Answered all questions. Was not 'aloof'.

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August 10, 2022

5.0

I am a very apprehensive patient. He is so competent, professional, able to explain the procedure as well as all options and empathetic that I was confident he had my best interest at the forefront of his mind.

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August 10, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable, competent, great bedside manner.

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August 09, 2022

5.0

Great doctor who explains everything

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August 09, 2022

5.0

Very professional and nice attitude.

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August 09, 2022

5.0

Explained everything thoroughly.

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August 08, 2022

5.0

Didn’t seem rushed answered questions very nice

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August 08, 2022

5.0

Terrific surgeon

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August 08, 2022

3.0

Well educated in his field

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August 08, 2022

5.0

Total happy with the service

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August 08, 2022

5.0

Cause hes Trustworthy & honors his profession!!!! Not jaded like most (except for Dr Lindsey Esch)

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August 06, 2022

5.0

As noted above:Dr. Flannagan took time to explain Options available along with educated and personal experience reasons why some are more preferable than others, without stating that there was only one option available. He was patient and well-informed when I asked questions.

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August 05, 2022

5.0

He is a understanding doc

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August 05, 2022

5.0

Very knowledgeable & listened to me

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August 05, 2022

5.0

Dr. Flanagan takes the time to explain everything and recommend the best treatment.

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August 04, 2022

5.0

Dr Flanagan is extremely knowledgeable and confident. He takes the time to answer all questions and explains procedures completely.

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August 04, 2022

5.0

He is awesome

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August 02, 2022

5.0

thorough explanation of upsoming surgery

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August 02, 2022

5.0

he deserves it!

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August 01, 2022

5.0

Great care. I like the nurse navigator and support staff to assist me through this type of surgery. Great information and follow up through all the steps

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August 01, 2022

5.0

He said what the problem was and gave some possible help to try instead of surgery right away.

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August 01, 2022

5.0

Trust him and knowledge

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August 01, 2022

5.0

Nice could understand his explanation

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August 01, 2022

5.0

He Addressed my issue with appropriate treatment.

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August 01, 2022

5.0

Very thorough and explained my care and follow-up in understandable terms.

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August 01, 2022

5.0

Very patient,caring and a outstanding care.

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August 01, 2022

5.0

Dr Flanagan did an outstanding job with my surgery. He is friendly, professional and a tremendously qualified surgeon.

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August 01, 2022

4.0

Even though he was late, he is nice, and didn’t just want to cut me up. We are trying less invasive methods.

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July 31, 2022

5.0

He is a 10 out of a possible 10.

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July 29, 2022

5.0

He takes his time and explains everything.

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July 29, 2022

5.0

Very thorough.

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July 29, 2022

5.0

Very caring and took his time to answer questions

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July 29, 2022

5.0

This has been my second visit to Dr Flanagan. I find him to be a good listener and very professional.

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July 28, 2022

5.0

My orthopedic doctor since a fall accident years ago

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July 28, 2022

5.0

He addresses my problem my concerns. Does everything possible to help my issue . Very informative , friendly , and a great demeanor

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July 28, 2022

5.0

He’s cute 😊. Besides that, I trust him. He replaced my husbands hip and my husband had a wonderful experience

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July 28, 2022

3.0

Because he was good and efficient

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July 28, 2022

5.0

Because of his compassion, his knowledge & attention to detail

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July 28, 2022

5.0

I already have recommended him to others. I originally came to him as a 2nd opinion but he was so much more thorough and caring over the recommended dr that I quickly told him 'he was my guy'.

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July 27, 2022

5.0

friendly and concerned for my needs

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July 26, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable and personable, highly skilled surgeon.

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July 25, 2022

5.0

He is professional and shows concern!

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July 25, 2022

5.0

He is direct and explains everything in detail

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July 25, 2022

5.0

Explains everything in detail what’s going on with the visit

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July 25, 2022

5.0

Professional and approachable. He was well-prepared and had studied charts and x-rays from a previous knee replacement I had several years ago, from a different doctor at RUSH. He examined my knee and listened to my concerns. I felt reassured me that I was in very capable hands.

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July 25, 2022

5.0

Dr Flanagan took time to answer all my questions. 5 days post op I am feeling as well as I could expect without any complications.

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July 23, 2022

5.0

Met once, see how Injections work

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July 22, 2022

5.0

He took the time to listen to me. He didn’t cut me off and jump to explain what he thought is wrong. He made a plan to figure out what is going on with my hip and laid out a backup plan if those original tests didn’t give answers.

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July 22, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable and great bedside manner !

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July 22, 2022

5.0

Friendly, knowledgeable and makes complex surgeries easy to understand

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July 22, 2022

5.0

I have recommended friends to Dr Flanagan

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July 21, 2022

5.0

He is easy to talk to, knowledgeable and all around nice person

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July 19, 2022

5.0

He listened to me and gave me options.

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July 18, 2022

5.0

Trust

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July 18, 2022

5.0

I felt very comfortable with Doctor

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July 18, 2022

5.0

He took time to listen to my concerns and gave me good suggestions on how to manage my situation going forward.

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July 18, 2022

5.0

Takes time to listen to patient’s needs and directs a plan suited to your needs

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July 17, 2022

5.0

Up front,knowledgeable with a friendly and compassionate disposition

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July 16, 2022

5.0

Dr. Flanagan told me in 5 minutes what was needed to resolve my pain, that 2 doctors have been playing around with me for 2 years! He was personable, knowledgeable and explained to me everything I needed to know to help me choose the best treatment plan for me.

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July 15, 2022

5.0

Carefully explained my options and discussed expectations.

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July 15, 2022

5.0

He is very knowledgeable concerning orthopedic problems. Dr Flanagan also is very easy to talk to and very easy to understand as how I am to handle my problems.

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July 15, 2022

5.0

Wonderful doctor. Very thorough. Very patient with explanations. Very comfortable with this doctor.

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July 15, 2022

5.0

He is a wonderful doctor and if u need extra time he gives it to u…

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July 14, 2022

5.0

Dr listened, was very thorough, polite and respectful. We need more doctors like him.

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July 14, 2022

5.0

Dr. Flannagan's knowledge of his occupation is thorough and he seems to keep up with the latest information, he shares his feedback for your condition in terms that are understandable as well as interesting and clear to the point. You can have high confidence in his successful outcome and follow-up care.

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July 14, 2022

5.0

Compassionate

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July 12, 2022

5.0

Good explainer, personable and easy to talk to.

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July 11, 2022

5.0

He has done a great job on my knee that I can tell so far. I tell him what’s been going on he tells me what else that I should expect.

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July 11, 2022

5.0

Dr Flanagan is NOT “superficial”!!!

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July 11, 2022

5.0

I have recommended him!

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July 11, 2022

5.0

He is an excellent doctor and surgeon

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July 11, 2022

5.0

Knowledge and down to earth personality

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Disclosures

Brian Patrick Flanagan, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

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