Andrews Institute Physicians
Brett R Smith, M.D., M.S.
Andrews Institute for Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine
Orthopedic SurgeonTotal Joint Replacement
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RATINGS & REVIEWS
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10/20/2023I only saw Dr. Smith while there, but he is a no nonesnse Doctor and gets to the business without delays. He's the best Doctor I've ever had in 77 years of life and I strongly reccommend his services to those that require treatment in his specialty. He's, absolutely, the best in his field.
10/14/2023
No worries
9/30/2023
Very impressed with Dr. Smith and his associate. [...]
9/25/2023
Both the Doctor and PA were friendly, listened well and were informative and respectful of my questions.
9/24/2023
Dr. Smith listens and answers I always feel very comfortable and safe in his care
Location(s)
DEPARTMENT OF BAPTIST HOSPITAL
Andrews Institute
1040 Gulf Breeze Parkway
Gulf Breeze FL , 32561
Biography
Clinical Specialties
Hip & Knee Replacement Specialist
Clinical Interests
Total Joint Preservation; Total Joint Reconstruction; Total Joint Replacement; Arthritis
Education
Medical School: Medical College of Pennsylvania: Hahnemann School of Medicine
Internship: Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Residency: Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Fellowships
Arizona Institute for Bone and Joint Disorders - Total Joint/Adult Reconstruction
Board Certification
The American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Major Publications
Using intraoperative pelvic landmarks for acetabular component placement in total hip arthoroplasty. Journal of Arthroplasty, 2006 Sept.; 21(6):832-40. Epub 2006 Jul17.
Risk of neurovascular injury with limited-open carpal tunnel release: Defining the "safe zone." Journal of Hand Surgery [Br]. 2001 Oct.; 26(5):484-7.
Errant Placement of the "Safeguard" System for Carpal Tunnel Release and the Risk of Neurovascular Injury; presentation at the American Association for Hand Surgery, January 2000.
Scholarly Service and Honors
Physician of Excellence Award from Paradise Valley Hospital (2005); Tau Beta Pi National Engineering Honor Society; Golden Key National Honor Society
Current Society Memberships
Diplomat, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons
American Medical Association
Escambia County Medical Society
Media
Dr. Smith talks about comprehensive care and the joint replacement model.
Dr. Smith talks about pre-surgical optimization for hip or knee replacement procedures.
Dr. Smith discusses the vital role physician assistants play for surgical care.
Dr. Smith on the importance of physical therapy for joint replacement surgery.