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David Flanigan, MD, Orthopaedic Surgery, Columbus, OH

David C Flanigan MD

Orthopaedic Surgery•Columbus, OH

Orthopedic Sports Medicine

Professor, Orthopaedics, The Ohio State University College of Medicine

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  • 2835 Fred Taylor DrSte 2000Columbus, OH 43202

  • Phone+1 614-293-3600

  • Fax+1 614-293-2910

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Summary

  • Dr. David Flanigan is an orthopaedic surgeon based in Columbus, OH, specializing in orthopedic sports medicine. He completed his medical education at the University of Iowa and further honed his skills through a residency and fellowship at the Northwestern University and University of Wisconsin, respectively. Dr. Flanigan is experienced in sports medicine and the surgical treatment of simple and complex sports knee conditions and joint preservation technique. His published research includes studies on anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, cartilage restoration, meniscus repair, and joint preservation. He has participated in several clinical trials related to knee surgeries, and has received multiple CMS Meaningful Use Stage certifications. He is considered a world renown surgeon and thought leader in sports medicine.

Education & Training

  • University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics
    University of Wisconsin Hospitals and ClinicsFellowship, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, 2003 - 2004
  • McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University
    McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern UniversityResidency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1998 - 2003
  • McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University
    McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern UniversityInternship, Transitional Year, 1998 - 1999
  • University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine
    University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of MedicineClass of 1998
  • Wheaton College - Illinois
    Wheaton College - IllinoisBS, Biology, Magna Cum Laude, 1990 - 1994

Certifications & Licensure

  • OH State Medical License
    OH State Medical License 2004 - 2027
  • WI State Medical License
    WI State Medical License 2003 - 2007
  • IL State Medical License
    IL State Medical License 1998 - 2005
  • Orthopaedic Surgery
    American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
    American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Orthopaedic Sports Medicine

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification EpicCare Ambulatory - Core EMR, Epic Systems Corporation, 2012, 2014, 2016-2017
  • CMS Meaningful Use Stage 2 Certification EpicCare Ambulatory 2014 Certified EHR Suite, Epic Systems Corporation, 2012, 2014, 2016-2017
  • CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification EpicCare Ambulatory EMR, Epic Systems Corporation, 2012-2013

Clinical Trials

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Lateral Cartilage Defects and Medial Subchondral Surface Ratio Are Associated with Knee‐Related Disability*  
    David Flanigan, MD, Journal of Orthopaedic Research
  • Medial Compartment Defects Progress at a More Rapid Rate Than Lateral Cartilage Defects in Older Adults with Minimal to Moderate Knee Osteoarthritis (OA): Data from th...  
    Joshua S Everhart, David C Flanigan, Sarah G Poland, Knee Surgery, Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy
  • The Role of Full‐Thickness Cartilage Defects in Knee Osteoarthritis (OA) Incidence and Progression: Data from the OA Initiative*  
    David Flanigan, MD, Journal of Orthopaedic Research

Press Mentions

  • New Published Five-Year Data Shows Exceptional Results for Knee Osteoarthritis Patients Treated with the MISHA® Knee System
    New Published Five-Year Data Shows Exceptional Results for Knee Osteoarthritis Patients Treated with the MISHA® Knee SystemJune 24th, 2026
  • Study Finds Some Bacterial Contamination in Half of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Cases
    Study Finds Some Bacterial Contamination in Half of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction CasesMay 29th, 2025
  • Implantable Shock Absorber Shows Promise in Relieving Knee Pain
    Implantable Shock Absorber Shows Promise in Relieving Knee PainSeptember 22nd, 2022

Committees

  • Ohio Delegate, AOSSM Council of Delegates 2015 - Present
  • member, AANA Research Committee 2015 - Present
  • member, AANA Fellowship Committee 2015 - Present
  • Member, AOSSM Research Committee 2014 - Present

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