- About this provider
Andrew O’Brien, MD
Physician, Assistant Professor
Plastic Surgery - Hand, Plastic Surgery
Conditions and expertise
- Nerve Repair
- Peripheral Nerve Injuries
- Orthopedics
- Hand Injuries
- Plastic Surgery
- Operative Surgical Procedures
Locations
- Outpatient Care Upper Arlington
- Outpatient Care New Albany
- Hand and Upper Extremity
Academic information
Department: Plastic Surgery
About
- Gender
- Male
Biography
I am a plastic surgeon specializing in hand surgery at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. I provide surgical care for patients with hand injuries and upper extremity conditions, focusing on restoring function and mobility.
My patients can rely on me for high-quality, compassionate care and honest communication in every encounter. I collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of skilled experts to ensure each patient receives personalized care tailored to their unique needs and values.
Conditions and expertise
- Hand Injuries
- Nerve Repair
- Operative Surgical Procedures
- Orthopedics
- Peripheral Nerve Injuries
- Plastic Surgery
Locations
Hand and Upper Extremity
3rd Floor Suite 3200
Columbus, OH 43212
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Surgery, Surgery of the Hand
- MedStar Union Memorial Hospital at Baltimore, Baltimore, MD
8/1/2023 - 7/31/2024 - Residency - Plastic Surgery
- Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, United States
7/1/2017 - 6/30/2023 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Michigan State University-College of Human Medicine, East Lansing, MI, United States
8/28/2013 - 5/5/2017 - Masters of Public Health (MPH) - Epidemiology
- University of Michigan Public Health-Ann Arbor, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
8/1/2011 - 5/1/2013
Ratings and reviews
The overall patient satisfaction rating is an average of all patient responses to the six doctor communication related questions shown below from the Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey. For additional information about the patient satisfaction survey, please visit our Patient Satisfaction Survey page.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their view and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.
89 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
Patient Comments
Consulting and Related Relationships
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As of 11/3/2025, Dr. O'Brien has reported no relationships with companies or entities.

Answered all questions, explained the procedures to be used
Dr. O'Brian is exceptional at explaining and making sure I understand everything. He listens intently even if what I ask is silly.
Dr Obrien was great Listened to me, discussed everything with me, asked questions that were pertinent, and ordered tests that were important. Very on the ball !
Explained everything well and recieved good care.
Very nice
Good
All Good
The prompt and quality care l received is something l would never forget
Great
Dr. Andrew O'Brien is an excellent hand doctor. He took the time to listen to all my concerns and explained everything to me that I needed.
Very pleasant and informative
Excellent
Very attentive
He was amazing! Working miracles.
Doctor and team were very good. Both asked many questions regarding issue, offered solution and provided immediate care. I appreciate that they were kind and caring through my appointment and the pain I had to go through. I also appreciate that Dr provided go forward alternatives or continuation - very open and receptive to what worked best for my lifestyle and providing the capability to enable me to do so
An excellent doctor, the nursing staff and support worked very well together.
He is the best
Good listener, knowledgeable, patient and answered questions, clear explanations
Good
Positive feedback and helpful
Dr O'Brien was great l felt he was genuinely concerned about doing the right thing to fix the problem with my hand. Highly recommend
Very good
Very good
Perfect experience
Good
Good
He has always been very friendly and listen to what I had to say
Love and patience and mutual respect in trying to find out tge problem.
Resident was thorough and Dr Obrien was as well- quick and effficient- explained everything well
Dr OBrien was excellent. I felt heard and not rushed. Occasionally running late in health care is understandable, thus was not a concern for me
He was wonderful - caring, sharp, a good listener
Dr. O'Brien was excellent. We are very grateful to be under his care.
All good
Excellent
He was very nice and listened to me
Care provider listened with patience. I had good experience
Excellent
I really liked him very