Brian A. Krenzel, MD

Specialty: Hip & Knee Reconstructive Surgery

Medical School: University of Louisville School of Medicine, Kentucky, 2003

Internship: Duke University School of Medicine,
2003-2004, Orthopaedic Surgery

Residency: Duke University School of Medicine,
2004-2008, Orthopaedic Surgery

Fellowship: Joint Replacement Surgeons of Indiana
(The Center for Hip and Knee Surgery)
2008-2009, Orthopaedic Adult Reconstruction Surgery

2009 – Joined Hickory Orthopaedic Center

2011 – Diplomat of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Dr. Brian Krenzel is a fellowship trained adult reconstruction surgeon specializing in primary and complex revision hip and knee replacement surgery. He also has an interest in partial knee replacement surgery, and is certified to implant the Oxford ® Mobile Bearing Unicompartmental Knee Replacement.  Dr. Krenzel also performs the minimally invasive Anterior Supine Intermuscular (ASI) hip replacement.

Dr. Krenzel received his undergraduate degree from Duke University where he lettered in football and was a member of Duke’s last bowl team (1994). He was recognized all four years of his collegiate career on the ACC Academic Honor Roll.

He earned his medical degree from The University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed his orthopaedic residency at Duke University. Dr. Krenzel finished his extensive education with specialty training in hip and knee replacement surgery with the renowned Joint Replacement Surgeons of Indiana.

His wife Gretchen is a native of Bessemer City (Gaston County). They have 2 young children. He enjoys spending time with family and friends. His hobbies include golf, fly fishing, and water skiing.

Dr. Krenzel is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons.