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Dr. Brian Badman, MD

Dr. Brian Badman, MD

Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery*

Dr. Brian Badman, MD is an orthopedic shoulder & elbow surgery specialist in Fishers, IN. Dr. Badman has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as IU Health West Hospital and Hendricks Regional Health. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 267 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (267 reviews)

Central Indiana Orthopedics

14300 E 138th Fishers, IN 46037
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Badman is affiliated with Hendricks Regional Health Danville, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Badman specializes in the area of 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.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Badman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Badman

4.7
267 ratings, 208 with a written review
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Capable and caring
Dr Badman and his staff are awesome. They answer questions in understandable language and are very caring.
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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Apr 24, 2025
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Best communication
The communication for the entire surgical experience was exceptional. I never had to worry about anything. Surgery went very well.
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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Apr 22, 2025
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Initial consultation
Dr. Badman & all of the staff, from the receptionists at the front door, to his MA & PA were delightful! I was treated with the utmost respect, & he & his staff listened carefully to my concerns about my left shoulder issues. He was conservative with his plan for my care, opting to try steroid injection therapy initially, then re-evaluate in 6 weeks, vs immediately recommending surgery, which I very much appreciated! I would most definitely recommend him to others with shoulder issues!
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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Apr 18, 2025
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I highly recommend Dr. Badman.
Dr. Badman is very professional and personable. Dr. Badman thoroughly explained my surgery. I received excellent care. I highly recommend Dr. Badman and his staff.
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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Apr 18, 2025
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Reverse Shoulder Replacement
Dr Badman and his staff, both office and surgical, are wonderful. Three weeks out from surgery, had first physical therapy today. Highly recommend Dr Badman.
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 other person found this helpful
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Linda – Mar 25, 2025
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I was surprised that I haven't had much pain or discomfort after my reverse shoulder replacement with rotator cuff repair. Dr. Badman did a great job!
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 24, 2025
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Shoulder replacement
I had shoulder replacement 3 weeks ago and so far am pleased with the results. Starting PT next week.
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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Ronny and Annice Milliner – Mar 21, 2025
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Shoulder Replacement
Dr. Badman did a fantastic job on my shoulder replacement. The staff is great, and saw Dr.Badman at my follow up visit. Keeps you very well informed throughout the entire process. Highly recommend
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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CM – Mar 13, 2025
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Exactly what I thought it would be
very caring. explained what my issues were and the procedure i needed. my husband saw Dr. Badman 8 years ago for shoulder reversal replacement and I knew that he and his staff are top notch providers. I have already recommended a friend see him and they are scheduled for replacement of their shoulder soon. When I had questions after surgery, they were answered thouroughly and promptly.
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 10, 2025
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Reverse Shoulder Replacement
I was really impressed by how respectful the whole staff has been. Also the continued follow up has been impressive. Any questions I’ve had when I called were answered immediately. The surgery has went better than I expected. Dr Badman has displayed the highest level of professionalism.
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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Michael Burcham – Mar 10, 2025
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Shoulder Replacement
Great surgeon
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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Fantastic surgeon
Three weeks out post surgery on a reverse shoulder replacement. Everything surrounding Dr. Badman and his practice has been top-tier. My arm feels fantastic already. I have tightness in the shoulder, but very little pain. My first visit to PT. The doctors protocol wanted me to get to 120° range of motion within the next two weeks, the therapist move my arm and said you're already passed 120°.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 28, 2025
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Reverse Shoulder Replacement
Staff is courteous, helpful, friendly, very knowledgeable & prompt, Outstanding! Dr. Badman did a fantastic job (on both my shoulder replacements recently. I received many msgs about how I should be doing, where we're at in post-op treatment, he knows spot on about that. Keeps me well informed. Never had anyone follow-up like his office does. All are great.
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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Claudette St. Germain – Feb 25, 2025
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Reverse shoulder replacement
I'm very pleased with Dr. Badman and his staff. He and his crew are very professional, caring and informative, taking away all stress at surgery day and giving great post of info. Even got a call from Dr. Badman.I'm 3 weeks out and starting PT, all is well.Thanks to all
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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T. Bauer – Feb 24, 2025
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Total confidence in Dr Badman and staff.
I have already recommended him to two future patients. I had a total shoulder replacement. I feel my shoulder getting better by the day. 3 weeks now and pain is miniminal. I now feel confident my recovery will go quickly. Dr. Badman and his staff can take care of me anytime.
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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Mike walker – Feb 24, 2025
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Shoulder replacement.
3 weeks post shoulder replacement and so far so good. So far happy with the experience
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
2 others found this helpful
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Jan 07, 2025
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Shoulder joint replacement.
So far so good!
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
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Jan 05, 2025
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Reverse shoulder replacement
Dr Badman is an excellent surgeon. My original Dr. Malinzak's group was at St. Francis, in Mooresville. When I decided to have shoulder surgery, I was informed that his group was leaving due to contract problems with the hospital. He referred me to Dr. Badman who performed my sugery. I was concerned about the pain related to it, but it was very painless. I was astonished as to how little pain there was. It's uncomfortable, but I didn't need to take the pain meds prescribed after a couple of days. The rehab is painful, but it gets better every time. Dr. Badman is a very skillful surgeon and I am glad to be his patient.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Charles Wood – Jan 04, 2025
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outstanding health care
professionaism of entire team; sense of humor; facility clean and welcoming; prompt attention at scheduled appointment time; pre-op and post-op patient education outstanding-comprensive, easy to follow;
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 other person found this helpful
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Great Experience.....highly recommend!
My experience with Dr. Badman and his staff was excellent. From my first visit to where I am now, 3 weeks post op, the communication has been outstanding. Emails and videos have guided me through the process answering questions and letting me know what to expect. I would highly recommend Dr. Badman and his staff to anyone considering assistance with their should issue.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Dec 16, 2024
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About Me

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care philosophy

Growing up, I watched my mom suffer the ill effects of cancer and came to realize the importance of doctors that listen. I have always prided myself on my bedside manner and try to provide the best care possible each and everyday.

biography

Dr. Badman is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in shoulder and elbow disorders. Being a Hoosier native, born and bred in Fighting Irish country of South Bend, he attended Indiana University for both undergraduate and medical education. As an...read more
  • Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery

  • Orthopedics

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  • Indiana University Medical Center

    Medical School
  • Indiana University Bloomington, In

    Undergraduate School
  • Florida Orthopedic Institute

    Fellowship Hospital, 2006
  • University Of Florida-shands

    Residency Hospital, 2005
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. Information last updated March 29, 2025. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Board actions foundState licensing board
More than three years ago
  • English

  • Spanish

  • Rotator Cuff Repair Augmented With Interpositional Nanofiber Scaffold, 2022-12-21

Locations

Central Indiana Orthopedics

Central Indiana Orthopedics Fishers14300 E 138th Fishers, IN 46037
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Hendricks Regional Health

    1000 E Main St
    Danville, IN 46122
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    17% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Ascension St. Vincent Fishers

    13861 Olio Rd
    Fishers, IN 46037

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Community Hospital Anderson

    1515 N Madison Ave
    Anderson, IN 46011
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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