Overview
Thomas Brickner is a Sports Medicine provider practicing medicine in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Brickner is currently accepting new patients.
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Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
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- POS
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- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
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Locations
320 Emergency Room Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27599
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
Duke Ambulatory Surgery Center
I am a shoulder, knee, hip, and sports medicine surgeon at Duke Health and am heavily involved in minimally invasive arthroscopic techniques and the prevention of sports injuries. I cultivated these interests during my time in the military. My areas of interest and expertise are in shoulder and knee injuries in athletes and techniques and treatments to return these patients back to high levels of function or sport. I treat conditions, such as shoulder dislocations, rotator cuff tears, and shoulder arthritis with a joint replacement. My knee expertise is in ligament, cartilage, and meniscus injuries. I am involved in research, technique, and product development for each of these conditions to better help my patients. Dr. Dickens is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypermobile Joints, Frozen Shoulder, Tendinitis, Endoscopy, and Osteotomy. Dr. Dickens is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Dickens is currently accepting new patients.
Duke University Hospital
I am a sports medicine surgeon, specializing in injuries of the knee, shoulder, elbow, and ankle/foot. I treat patients of all ages from pediatrics to master’s athletes and the weekend warrior to professionals. I perform complex shoulder surgery, including shoulder stabilization, rotator cuff surgery, superior capsular reconstruction, and reverse arthroplasty. I also do complex knee surgery, including ACL and meniscus surgery, patellar stabilizations, multi-ligament knee injuries, and advanced techniques for cartilage preservation and restoration. I also utilize the latest minimally-invasive techniques to treat foot and ankle injuries, including ankle instability, cartilage restoration, Achilles injuries, and fractures. I am currently the team physician for Duke Athletics, including soccer, basketball, football, baseball, and Olympic sports. I am also the Director of FIFA medical center. I am excited to be practicing sports medicine at Duke Health and am looking forward to getting you back in the game. Dr. Lau is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypermobile Joints, Tendinitis, Osteochondritis Dissecans, Endoscopy, and Osteotomy. Dr. Lau is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery and American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. Dr. Lau is currently accepting new patients.
Raleigh Orthopaedic Clinic PA
Joseph Barker is a Sports Medicine provider practicing medicine in Raleigh, North Carolina. Dr. Barker is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bursitis and Tendinitis. Dr. Barker is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Thomas E. Brickner
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Dr. Thomas E. Brickner accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 919-966-3655 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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