Brendan James Mackay MD
Elbow Surgery, Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Sports Medicine, Orthopedic Trauma
Associate Professor, Department of Orthopedic Surgery Director of Hand and Microvascular Surgery, University Medical Center Fellowship Trained in Hand, Microvascular, and Peripheral Nerve Surgery
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808 Joliet AveUnit 310Lubbock, TX 79415
Phone+1 806-743-4600
Fax+1 806-743-1005
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Summary
- Dr. Brendan Mackay is an orthopaedic surgeon based in Lubbock, TX, specializing in elbow and hand surgery, orthopedic sports medicine, and orthopedic trauma. He completed his medical education at Northwestern University and his orthopaedic surgery residency at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, followed by a fellowship in hand surgery at the University of Texas Health Science Center. Dr. Mackay is experienced in treating peripheral neuropathies, sports medicine-related injuries, arthritis, peripheral nerve disorders, and various elbow conditions. He has published research on topics ranging from aesthetic rhinoplasty to peripheral nerve injuries and has led clinical trials focusing on nerve cap technology and nerve grafts. His accolades include multiple awards from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center and recognition from Texas Monthly for his contributions to the field.
Education & Training
University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio Joe and Teresa Lozano Long School of MedicineFellowship, Hand Surgery (Orthopaedic Surgery), 2012 - 2013
NYU Grossman School of Medicine/NYU Langone Orthopedic HospitalResidency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2007 - 2012
Northwestern University The Feinberg School of MedicineClass of 2007
Certifications & Licensure
TX State Medical License 2012 - 2027
NY State Medical License 2011 - 2024
NE State Medical License 2014 - 2021
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Surgery of the Hand
Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- Dean's Douglas M. Stocco Scholarship/Research Award Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, 2023
- Super Doctor Texas Monthly, 2022-2023
- Unsung Hero Award, Orthopaedic Surgery Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, 2018, 2023
Clinical Trials
Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- Successful Limb Salvage Using Staged Applications of a Fish-Skin Xenograft (Kerecis) in a Heel Pad Degloving Injury: A Case Report.Dylan Parry, Dylan J Stephens, Caroline J Cushman, Emily Uyen Thai, Evan J Hernandez
Journal of Orthopaedic Case Reports. 2026-09-01 - Enhancing conventional biopsies: ultrasound-guided percutaneous bone marrow biopsy and aspiration.Caroline Cushman, Alex Smith, Karter Morris, Lauren Dodson, Andrew F Ibrahim
Journal of Ultrasound. 2026-06-01 - Dual internal joint stabilizer placement for elbow instability: a case report.Caroline J Cushman, Evan J Hernandez, Neil Jain, Anceslo Idicula, Tammam Hanna
JSES Reviews, Reports, and Techniques. 2026-05-01
Press Mentions
weaver74uuNovember 9th, 2017
Acclaimed Orthopedic Surgeon, Brendan J. MacKay, MD Will Be Featured in the Leading Physicians of the WorldApril 13th, 2017
Professional Memberships
- Member
- Member
- American Association for Hand SurgeryMember
- Global Nerve FoundationCommitee Member
- Clinical Orthopaedic SocietyPresident (2022-2023)
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