Dr. Brian Gilmer, M.D. is a diplomate of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He earned his medical degree from University of Texas and residency at University of Washington / Harborview Medical Center. Dr. Gilmer's clinical research and teaching focuses to treatment of the knee joint including arthroscopic ACL and meniscal treatment and robotic-assisted knee replacement.
Dr. Brian Gilmer, M.D. is a diplomate of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He earned his medical degree from University of Texas and residency at University of Washington / Harborview Medical Center. Dr. Gilmer's clinical research and teaching focuses to treatment of the knee joint including arthroscopic ACL and meniscal treatment and robotic-assisted knee replacement.
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Very caring and easy to talk to, explains things well
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
The absolute best. Very caring, talented and through.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Dr. Gilmer is one of the most pragmatic and skilled ortho surgeons that I've come across. I've had several knee surgeries, multiple bone aspirate stem cell procedures and other injections over the years. When it was time to concede to a knee replacement, Doc Gilmer was recommended by a former patient of his. I'm glad I took that recommendation! I've had a couple of setbacks during the recovery, due to my own lack of patience, and Doc Gilmer has provided guidance and aided with introspection regarding the rehab process and managing expectations. I still have work to do to get to where I'd like to be, but Dr. Gilmer has been the "mechanic" that's enabled me to get back onto the "field". I'm very grateful.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Very through and listen to my questions and concerns. I did not feel like I was rushed abd the staff was very pleasent.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Awesome 👌
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
So friendly and genuinely caring
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Very thorough and attentive Doc. Easy to talk to (and can even read his writing!)
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Excellent care and concern exhibited by Dr Gilmer and staff!
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Super nice guy, knows his sht
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Great experience and I’m looking forward to my upcoming procedure
Dr. Brian Gilmer, M.D. was born and raised in Houston, TX. His mother was an orthopedic nurse which fostered his interest in orthopedic surgery and research. He moved to Seattle, WA for residency training and found passion in the outdoors. During his fellowship, Dr. Gilmer focused his practice on ski and snowboard injuries. Early in practice, Dr. Gilmer co-founded Mammoth Orthopedic Institute before moving to Reno. Gradually his clinical, research, and teaching focus has narrowed to treatment of the knee joint including arthroscopic ACL and meniscal treatment and robotic-assisted knee replacement.
“Practicing in the Sierras has allowed me to treat outdoor athletes of all kinds and ages including skiers, snowboarders, climbers, mountain bikers, and motocross.”
Dr. Gilmer uniquely focuses on arthroscopic knee surgery and open knee surgery for athletes of all ages. He’s proud to serve as a US Ski and Snowboard Team physician.
Teaching and Professional Positions
Dr. Gilmer also serves as a consultant for Arthrex, Inc, an orthopedic device and implant manufacturer based in Naples, Florida. In this role he teaches other surgeons about novel techniques and devices in arthroscopic surgery. He feels strongly that in order to push the frontier of orthopedic and arthroscopic surgery forward, surgeons must partner with device companies to help them perfect their products. This improves outcomes for patients. Dr. Gilmer receives no royalties or payments of any kind for using Arthrex’s (or any other company’s) devices in his own patients, and also receives no payments if other physicians use (or don’t use) those devices. He is only reimbursed for his time spent teaching, or for consulting on improving certain procedures or devices. In deciding which devices to use for a particular patient’s surgery, Dr. Gilmer chooses the best available products for that patient’s particular problem. He has no conflict of interest, as he gains nothing from using (or not using) any company’s products.
Dr. Gilmer is a team physician for the US Ski and Snowboard Teams (USSA) and works in particular with the athletes of the US Freeski team. He has provided team coverage for the Dew Tour, X Games, and Mammoth Grand Prix. He provides support to the Mammoth Ski and Snowboard teams and is medical director for the Mammoth Hospital Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation.
He has performed medical mission work in Mexico, Nicaragua, Belize, and Indonesia and has taught English as a second language (ESL) classes to Spanish speakers.
Dr. Gilmer takes an active role in teaching by holding a clinical faculty position through the University of Nevada, Reno and by teaching arthroscopy to orthopedic surgery residents.
Very caring and easy to talk to, explains things well
The absolute best. Very caring, talented and through.
Dr. Gilmer is one of the most pragmatic and skilled ortho surgeons that I've come across. I've had several knee surgeries, multiple bone aspirate stem cell procedures and other injections over the years. When it was time to concede to a knee replacement, Doc Gilmer was recommended by a former patient of his. I'm glad I took that recommendation! I've had a couple of setbacks during the recovery, due to my own lack of patience, and Doc Gilmer has provided guidance and aided with introspection regarding the rehab process and managing expectations. I still have work to do to get to where I'd like to be, but Dr. Gilmer has been the "mechanic" that's enabled me to get back onto the "field". I'm very grateful.
Very through and listen to my questions and concerns. I did not feel like I was rushed abd the staff was very pleasent.
Awesome 👌
So friendly and genuinely caring
Very thorough and attentive Doc. Easy to talk to (and can even read his writing!)
Excellent care and concern exhibited by Dr Gilmer and staff!
Super nice guy, knows his sht
Great experience and I’m looking forward to my upcoming procedure