Patrick Shea Brannan, M.D. Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon
Primary Appointment Location
Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Clinic in Fayetteville
201 W. Van Asche Loop
Fayetteville, AR 72703
- Appointment Phone Number
- 479-966-4491
New and Returning Patients
Overview
- Accepting New Patients
- Yes
- Provides Second Opinion
- Yes
- Patient Types
- Adults
- Children and Adolescents
- Language
- English
About Dr. Brannan
Clinical Biography
Patrick Brannan, M.D., is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic hand surgeon who treats conditions and injuries of the hand, wrist, elbow, and upper extremity. Dr. Brannan treats all types of hand and arm problems, including carpal tunnel syndrome, cubital tunnel syndrome, trigger finger, arthritis, wrist and tendon injuries, Dupuytren’s contracture, fractures, ligament injuries, and other hand deformities.
Dr. Brannan's Academic Background
Academic Biography
Dr. Brannan joined UAMS Health Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine in July 2020 following his retirement from the United States Air Force and brings with him almost 15 years of military orthopaedic surgery experience. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology at the United Stated Air Force Academy in 1996, where he graduated with Distinguished Military Honors. He completed medical school at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Rock (UAMS). Upon completion of his medical degree, Dr. Brannan completed his internship and residency at the San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium (SAUSHEC) in San Antonio, Texas. His training included orthopaedic care of intercollegiate athletes and mission work abroad.
Following completion of his residency training, Dr. Brannan traveled to the Emerald Coast of Florida, where he was assigned to both a Special Operations Surgical Team and Eglin Air Force Base Hospital during the peak of military operations in both Iraq and Afghanistan. Dr. Brannan served as Chief of Orthopaedic Surgery overseeing the care of the U.S. Air Force, Navy, and Army Special Operations personnel including the Navy Seals, Green Berets, and Air Force Pararescue Personnel. He served on six deployments on four continents and was part of the advance team for the Haitian earthquake relief. Dr. Brannan has received numerous awards honoring him for his service including a Bronze Star and Outstanding Unit Award with Valor.
In 2015, Dr. Brannan transitioned after nine years of trauma and sports care to attend the prestigious Hand and Upper Extremity Fellowship at OrthoCarolina in Charlotte, North Carolina. He trained with several world-renowned surgeons including Glenn Gaston, M.D., who was named as one of the top hand surgeons in the United States. His mentors cared for elite professional athletes and served as pioneers in the design of modern hand, wrist, and elbow implants. Dr. Brannan’s education also included a traveling fellowship to Barcelona, Spain, to work with renowned wrist surgeon Marc Garcia-Elias, M.D.
Upon completion of his fellowship in 2016, Dr. Brannan returned to Northwest Florida, where he served as the Chief of Orthopaedic Surgery at Eglin Air Force Base Hospital. Using advanced techniques in hand, wrist, and elbow arthroscopy and complex joint replacement, Dr. Brannan provided innovative care for some of America’s most elite athletes – the men and women of the Armed Services. His unique experience there also included service as an orthopaedic hand surgeon in “The Cure” International Children’s Hospital in Northwest Africa.
Dr. Brannan has a strong passion for continued education and the development of modern techniques needed to address the complexity of hand and upper extremity conditions and injuries. He is widely published in both books and peer reviewed journals. Dr. Brannan is a board-certified fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and a Member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand. He values “individualized” personal treatment and accessibility for his patients. A native of Rogers, Arkansas, Dr. Brannan is a proud member of the Rogers Wall of Distinction, and his chief professional goal is reciprocating to Arkansas all it has given to him and his family.
Faculty Appointments
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
- Assistant Professor
Education and Training
- Fellowship
- OrthoCarolina
Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery - Residency
- Wilford Hall U. S. Air Force Medical Center
Orthopaedic Surgery - Internship
- David Grant Medical Center
General Surgery - Medical School
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
- Undergraduate Education
- United States Air Force Academy
Distinguished Graduate for Military Excellence
Professional Certifications
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery — Orthopaedic Surgery
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery — Surgery of the Hand
Associations
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- American Society for Surgery of the Hand
Dr. Brannan's Research
Dr. Brannan has published on the outcomes of aptis distal radioulnar joint arthroplasty and has conducted research on the use of BMP‐2 IN Scaphoid Nonunion Surgery.
Locations Where Dr. Brannan Practices
Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Clinic in Fayetteville , Primary Location
201 W. Van Asche Loop
Fayetteville, AR 72703
- Appointment Phone Number
- 479-966-4491
New and Returning Patients
Arkansas Children’s Northwest
2601 S. Gene George Blvd.
Springdale, AR 72762
- Appointment Phone Number
- 479-334-3485
New and Returning Patients
Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Clinic in Bentonville
609 SW 8th St.
Blume
Suite 900
Bentonville, AR 72712
- Appointment Phone Number
- 479-334-7030
New and Returning Patients
Comment
Dr BRANNAN is a gifted physician and surgeon
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Jan 30, 2026Comment
First in class from the time I walked through the front door, receptionist, nurse, Dr. Brannan All best in class.
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Jan 23, 2026Comment
Dr. Brannan was so patient, helpful and reassuring.
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Jan 16, 2026Comment
Dr, Brannan is amazing, he is patient focused and I can tell on the cutting edge of his field.
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Jan 16, 2026Comment
Dr Brennan is amazing. He shows care and concern for all his patients. He's knowledgeable, personable, and yet professional. Best doctor I have ever seen. That is why delays do not bother me at his office. He's giving his patients the best care. Can't do better than that.
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Jan 12, 2026Comment
Excellent all around. Dr Brannan has included me from the start, making sure I understood everything involved. Even told me how to handle things should my other hand need to be dealt with.
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Jan 07, 2026Comment
Extremely pleased with his demeanor, attitude, and professionalism.
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Jan 02, 2026Comment
I have recommended Dr Brannan to 3 others including two of my adult children.
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Dec 30, 2025Comment
Caring
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Dec 20, 2025Comment
Dr Brannon and his nurses are the best!!
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Dec 18, 2025