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Brittany N. Garcia
Rating: 4.9 of 5
( out of 136 reviews )

Brittany N. Garcia, MD

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Primary Location

University Orthopaedic Center

590 Wakara Way
Salt Lake City , UT 84108

Primary Children's Hospital

Pediatric Orthopaedics
100 N Mario Capecchi Drive
Salt Lake City , UT 84113

Primary Children's Hospital - Lehi

Pediatric Orthopaedics
2250 N Miller Campus Dr
Lehi , UT 84043
  • Dr. Garcia is an orthopaedic surgeon at the University of Utah. After completing her fellowship in adult hand and upper extremity surgery at Stanford University, Dr. Garcia completed a second fellowship in pediatric/congenital hand and brachial plexus birth injury surgery at the Shriner’s Hospital for Children in Northern California.

    Board Certification

    American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    Patient Rating

    Rating: 4.9 out of 5
    4.9 /5
    ( out of 136 reviews )

    The patient rating score is an average of all responses on our patient experience survey. The rating averages scores for all questions about care from our providers.

    The scale on which responses are measured is 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

    Patient Comments

    Patient comments are gathered from our patient experience survey and displayed in their entirety. For the convenience of our visitors, some patient comments have been translated from their original language into English while preserving their original meaning as accurately as possible. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

    December 18, 2025
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    She was extremely attentive and kind. Very pleased with her professionalism [TRANSLATED]

    November 20, 2025
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    The best doctor I've ever had! Sincere, friendly and a very excellent surgeon.

    November 19, 2025
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Excellent results and relatively pain free surgery.

    October 24, 2025
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Dr. Garcia was professional. No issues or concerns.

    October 17, 2025
    EXTERNAL SITE
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    She is amazing! Great listener!

    October 09, 2025
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Dr. Garcia is not only a great surgeon but also a very kind, genuinely cares about the patient. I can't say how wonderful she is!!!

    September 18, 2025
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    Dr Garcia's skills and professional knowledge are paramount to her success as a gifted surgeon.

    August 21, 2025
    ORTHOPAEDICS CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    One of the best hand specialists not only for elders but children as well

    August 16, 2025
    PRIMARY CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER
    Rating: 5 out of 5

    She is amazing!

  • Dr. Garcia is an orthopaedic surgeon at the University of Utah. After completing her fellowship in adult hand and upper extremity surgery at Stanford University, Dr. Garcia completed a second fellowship in pediatric/congenital hand and brachial plexus birth injury surgery at the Shriner’s Hospital for Children in Northern California.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Orthopaedics -Assistant Professor
    Board Certification
    American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    Education history

    Fellowship Pediatric/Congenital Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery and Brachial Plexus Birth Palsy Reconstruction - Shriners Hospital for Children Fellow
    Fellowship Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery - Stanford University School of Medicine Fellow
    Residency Orthopaedic Surgery - University of Utah School of Medicine Administrative Chief Resident
    Residency Orthopaedic Surgery - University of Utah School of Medicine Resident
    Professional Medical Medicine - University of New Mexico School of Medicine M.D.
    Undergraduate Major: Chemistry; Minor: Social Welfare Policy - University of New Mexico B.A.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Garcia BN, Lu C, Stephens A, Kazmers N, Wei C, Sauer B, Tyser A (). Risk of Fusion or Reoperation after FCA or PRC for Stage II SLAC/SNAC: A Propensity Score Analysis of 502 Wrists. (Epub ahead of print) JBJS Essent Surg Tech.
    2. Roca H, Maughan-Egbert G, Garcia BN, Kazmers NH (2025). Evaluation of Test-Retest Reliability for the Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System Upper Extremity and Pain Interference Computer Adaptive Tests in a Hand Surgery Population. J Hand Surg Am, 50(6), 648-655. (Read full publication)
    3. Maughan G, Kim J, Arbon J, Roca H, Garcia BN, Kazmers NH (2024). Establishing the Patient Acceptable Symptoms State for the Boston Carpal Tunnel Questionnaire in a Postoperative Carpal Tunnel Surgery Population. J Hand Surg Am, 50(2), 156-163. (Read full publication)
    4. Daryoush JR, Roca H, Garcia BN, Kazmers NH (2025). The Displaced Fleck Sign: Description of a Radiographic Finding Consistent with Grade III Thumb Ulnar Collateral Ligament Tears with Stener Lesions. J Hand Surg Am. (Read full publication)
    5. Maughan G, Madiraju A, Roca H, Garcia BN, Kazmers NH (2024). Long-term outcomes and resource Utilization related to upper extremity off-roading vehicle injuries. J Hand Microsurg, 17(2), 100202. (Read full publication)
    6. Daryoush JR, Rogers MJ, Hubbard JC, Arbon J, Zhang C, Presson AP, Garcia BN, Kazmers NH (2024). Establishing the Patient-Acceptable Symptom State for the Numeric Rating Scale-Pain Score in a Postoperative Non-Shoulder Hand and Upper-Extremity Population. J Hand Surg Am, 50(1), 10-18. (Read full publication)
    7. Garcia BN, Stephens AR, Wilkes J, Kazmers NH (2024). Pediatric Digit Replantation: A Nationwide Analysis of Failure Rate, Complications, and Potential Factors Affecting Failure. J Hand Surg Glob Online, 6(2), 222-226. (Read full publication)
    8. Garcia BN, Tyser A, Roca H, Kazmers NH (2023). Patient-Reported Outcome Measurement and Minimal Clinically Important Difference for Hand Surgeons. J Am Acad Orthop Surg, 31(15), 756-765. (Read full publication)
    9. Garcia BN, Lu CC, Chen W, Stephens AR, Kazmers NH, Sauer BC, Tyser A (2022). Factors Associated With Unplanned Reoperation After 4-Corner Arthrodesis: A Study of 478 Wrists. J Hand Surg Glob Online, 5(1), 1-5. (Read full publication)
    10. Stephens AR, Garcia BN, Rogers MJ, Zhang C, Himbert C, McFarland MM, Presson AP, Kazmers NH, Tyser AR (2022). Scaphotrapeziotrapezoid Arthrodesis: Systematic Review. J Hand Surg Am, 47(3), 218-227.e2. (Read full publication)
    11. Zeidan, M, Garcia, BN, Lu, C, Stephens, A, Chen, W, Kazmers, NH, Sauer, B, Tyser, AR (2021). Risk of Total Wrist Arthrodesis Following Proximal Row Carpectomy: An Analysis of 1,070 Patients. Electronic Journal of Hand Surgery, The.
    12. Rogers MJ, Lu CC, Stephens AR, Garcia BN, Chen W, Sauer BC, Tyser A (2020). Scaphotrapeziotrapezoid Arthrodesis: A 10-Year Follow-up Study of Complications in 58 Wrists. Hand (N Y), 17(5), 1558944720964972. (Read full publication)
    13. Garcia BN, Lu CC, Stephens AR, Kazmers NH, Chen W, Leng J, Li L, Sauer BC, Tyser AR (2020). Risk of Total Wrist Arthrodesis or Reoperation Following 4-Corner Arthrodesis or Proximal Row Carpectomy for Stage-II SLAC/SNAC Arthritis: A Propensity Score Analysis of 502 Wrists. J Bone Joint Surg Am, 102(12), 1050-1058. (Read full publication)
    14. Rane AA, Garcia BN, Wang AA (2019). Closed manipulation under anesthesia for pediatric post-traumatic elbow arthrofibrosis. J Shoulder Elbow Surg, 29(2), 340-346. (Read full publication)
    15. Mascarenas DN, Wurzburger R, Garcia BN, Tomedi A, Mwanthi MA (2016). The promise of home visitation by community health workers in rural Kenya: A protective effect that reduces neonatal illness. Educ Health (Abingdon), 28(3), 181-6. (Read full publication)

    Review

    1. Garcia BN, Fox PM, Lalonde DH, Bellaire LL (2025). Hand and Upper-Extremity Surgeons Are Poised to Lead Efforts in Promoting Sustainability in the Operating Room. [Review]. J Hand Surg Am. (Read full publication)

    Book Chapter

    1. Garcia BN, Shin, A, Wang AA (). Part I: Physical Examination of the Brachial Plexus. In Adult Brachial Plexus Injuries.
    2. Garcia BN, Hutchinson D (). Orthopaedic Knowledge Update: Cerebral Palsy. In Upper Extremity.
    3. Wang AA, Garcia BN (). Tips and Tricks for Problem Fractures, Lunate and Perilunate Dislocations. In The Upper Extremity. Lunate and Perilunate Dislocations (Volume 1, pp. 168-77).
    4. Garcia BN, Wang AA, Shin AY (2021). Examination of the Adult Brachial Plexus Patient. In Garcia BN|Wang AA|Shin AY (Ed.), Operative Brachial Plexus Surgery: Clinical Evaluation and Management Strategies (pp. 81-98). (Read full publication)

    Abstract

    1. Grothaus O, Jorgensen A, Maughan G, Anto M, Kazmers NH, Garcia BN (2024). Carbon Footprint of Open Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery Performed in the Procedure Room Versus Operating Room Setting. [Abstract]. J Hand Surg Am, 49(6), 576-582. (Read full publication)
    2. Garcia BN, Zeidan M, Lu C, Stephens AR, Wei C, Kazmers N, Sauer B, Tyser A (2020). Risk of Fusion or Reoperation following PRC in patients with SLAC/SNAC Wrist Arthritis [Abstract].
    3. Garcia BN, Tyser A, Stephens A, Kazmers N, Sauer B, Lu C (2018). Risk of Fusion or Reoperation after FCA or PRC for Stage II SLAC/SNAC: A Propensity Matched Cohort Study of 1,118 Patients [Abstract].
    4. Garcia BN, Mascarenas D, Wurzburger R, Tomedi A (2014). A Community Health Worker Home Visitation Project in Kenya [Abstract]. 62(2), 553.