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Dr. Brandon Smetana, MD

Dr. Brandon Smetana, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
10+ years of experience

Dr. Brandon Smetana, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Indianapolis, IN and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Smetana has extensive experience in Hand & Wrist Surgery. He graduated from Penn State University College of Medicine in 2011. He is affiliated with medical facilities Ascension St. Vincent Hospital-Indianapolis and Indiana University Health Arnett Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 91 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (91 reviews)

Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center

8501 Harcourt Rd Indianapolis, IN 46260
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(317) 875-9105

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Smetana is affiliated with Indiana University Health Arnett Hospital Lafayette, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Smetana specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
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Dr. Smetana's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smetana

4.6

91 ratings, 69 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Mar 26, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 05, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 05, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Feb 19, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 18, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 17, 2025
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Dec 18, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 11, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Oct 21, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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Oct 21, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 19, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 09, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 29, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 20, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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Dana – Aug 09, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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John John – Aug 07, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Aug 07, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Chris Steward – Jul 03, 2024
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What could be improved
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Danielle M. – Apr 27, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Tommy – Apr 13, 2024
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About Me

care philosophy

The Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center, formerly Indiana Hand Center, is committed to excellence in the treatment of the hand, as well as the wrist, elbow, and shoulder. Since 1971, patients from across Indiana and throughout the United States, have...read more

biography

Dr. Brandon S. Smetana is a hand and upper extremity surgeon at the Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center and has affiliations with both St. Vincent and Indiana University Hospitals. Dr. Smetana specializes in the treatment of all disorders of the upper...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Bone & Joint Non-Surgical Orthopedics

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  • Indiana Hand To Shoulder Center Fellowship Program

    Fellowship Hospital, 2017

  • University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill - School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 2016

  • University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill - School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 2012

  • Penn State University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2011

  • Cornell University - New York

    Undergraduate School, 2006
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Hand Surgery
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center

Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center8501 Harcourt Rd Indianapolis, IN 46260
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Indiana Hand To Shoulder Center

IU Health Arnett , IN5177 McCarty Ln Bldg 11 Lafayette, IN 47905
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IU Health Arnett Physicians Family Medicine

Indiana University Health Arnett Hospital5165 McCarty Ln Lafayette, IN 47905
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Practice

IU Health Arnett , IN5177 McCarty Ln Lafayette, IN 47905
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Practice

Office1801 Senate Blvd Ste 525 Indianapolis, IN 46202
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Hand Rehabilitation Center1791 W Lincoln Rd Kokomo, IN 46902
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Ascension St. Vincent Hospital-Indianapolis

    2001 W 86th St
    Indianapolis, IN 46260
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Indiana University Health Arnett Hospital

    5165 McCarty Ln
    Lafayette, IN 47905
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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