Dr. Brandon K. Kimbrel, MD, is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in Arthroscopic and Reconstructive Surgery & Orthopedic Sports Medicine. Dr. Kimbrel earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch before completing his orthopedic residency at the University of Kansas Medical Center. He then chose to elevate his training even further with an orthopedic sports medicine fellowship at American Sports Medicine Institute.
Dr. Brandon K. Kimbrel, MD, is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in Arthroscopic and Reconstructive Surgery & Orthopedic Sports Medicine. Dr. Kimbrel earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch before completing his orthopedic residency at the University of Kansas Medical Center. He then chose to elevate his training even further with an orthopedic sports medicine fellowship at American Sports Medicine Institute.
Dr. Brandon K. Kimbrel, MD, is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in Arthroscopic & Reconstructive Surgery of the Elbow, Shoulder, Hip & Knee (Robotics) & Orthopedic Sports Medicine. A native of Texas, Dr. Kimbrel earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch before completing his orthopedic residency at the University of Kansas Medical Center. He then chose to elevate his training even further with an orthopedic sports medicine fellowship at the highly selective and world-renowned American Sports Medicine Institute in Birmingham, Alabama. During this time he served as a team physician for the Auburn Tigers and the Birmingham Barons, AA affiliate of the Chicago White Sox.
Dr. Kimbrel grew up in the small town of Cameron, Texas and went on to play baseball at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas. During this time he underwent multiple orthopedic surgeries, including Tommy John. This experience with orthopedic medicine lead him to his career in orthopedic sports medicine, as he has intimate knowledge of returning to sport post injury. In his early college years, Dr. Kimbrel was a distinguished baseball player for Sam Houston State, where he developed and nurtured his appreciation for the conditioning and care of athletes and treatment of athletic injuries. During his collegiate field time, he earned the title of both Most Valuable Pitcher and Most Valuable Player, as well as being selected as a member of the Capitol One Academic All-American Baseball Team. He was also selected by the Baltimore Orioles in the Major League Baseball draft.
Outside of his practice with Louisiana Orthopedic Specialists, Dr. Kimbrel enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife and black Lab, playing guitar, fishing, golf and mastering the art of BBQ.
Dr. Kimbrel currently practices at our Lafayette and Scott clinics. “I feel LOS is the top orthopedic practice in the area. I appreciated their connection with the community and with the University of Louisiana Lafayette, so the choice was easy. Lafayette and the surrounding areas have some of the most welcoming people, and it felt like coming home!”
Dr. Kimbrel practices at our Lafayette and Scott clinics.
He was very personable.. explained and very gentle with the injection in my knee..
He explained his diagnosis; also did a thorough exam…
Excellent felt like I was in good hands
Very nice and attentive, so far I recommend him but I have only just met him
Very knowledgeable, professional and provided the appropriate procedure to my medical need.
Very professional
Awesome visit!
Very knowledgeable and explained clearly what is going on with my injury.
He was wonderful. My husband & I were really impressed. Wonderful bedside manner. He explained everything very thoroughly and so we understood.
He explained everything to my husband. He didn't rush us and answered our questions.