Dr. Brian Ratigan
Dr. Brian Ratigan is a Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon who specializes in sports medicine with an interest in arthroscopic and reconstructive surgery of the shoulder and knee. He is the team physician for Notre Dame football and baseball.
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Dr. Brian Ratigan is a Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon who specializes in sports medicine with an interest in arthroscopic and reconstructive surgery of the shoulder and knee. He is the team physician for Notre Dame football and baseball. Dr. Ratigan’s specialized procedures include shoulder arthroscopies, rotator cuff repairs, reverse total shoulder arthroplasties, knee arthroscopies, ACL repairs, MPFL reconstructions, robotic assist (MAKO) total knee replacements, partial knee replacements, PRP injections, and cartilage restoration procedures otherwise known as Autologous chondrocyte implantation (ACI).
Dr. Ratigan earned his M.D. from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia in 2002. In 2007, he completed residency training in orthopaedic surgery at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia. He completed fellowship training in sports medicine at the Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic in Los Angeles.
Growing up in Council Bluffs, Iowa, Dr. Ratigan had a successful high school career in athletics where he earned all-state honors in football, basketball, baseball, and track & field. He earned a scholarship to play football for Coach Lou Holtz at the University of Notre Dame where he was a four-year monogram winner and linebacker at the University of Notre Dame (1989-1992). After graduation, he pursued his professional football career with the Indianapolis Colts (1993-1995).
Dr. Ratigan currently resides in Granger with his wife, Maura, who is also a Notre Dame graduate (1993,1996). They have five children: Sean, Conor, Kelly, Austin, and Reese. In his free time, Dr. Ratigan enjoys coaching sports, cheering on his children in their activities, attending Notre Dame sporting events, and spending time with relatives in Iowa and Philadelphia.
In addition to Dr. Ratigan, an essential part of our team is Jeffery Oney, PA-C, who works as Dr. Ratigan’s physician assistant. See Jeff’s biography here.
Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Knee Replacement
Knee
- Knee Anatomy
- Knee Pain
- Knee Arthritis
- Knee Fracture
- Meniscal Injuries
- Ligament Injuries
- Patellar Instability
- Knee Arthroscopy
- Total Knee Replacement
- Partial Knee Replacement
- Robotic Assisted Knee Replacement
- Outpatient Knee Replacement Surgery
- Knee Ligament Reconstruction
- ACL Reconstruction
- PCL Reconstruction
- MCL Reconstruction
- Patellar Tendon Repair
- Meniscal Surgery
- Cartilage Restoration
- Knee Fracture
- Knee Osteotomy
Foot & Ankle
Elbow
- Elbow Anatomy
- Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
- Throwing Injuries
- Medial Ulnar Collateral Ligament Reconstruction
Shoulder
- Shoulder Anatomy
- Shoulder Pain
- Shoulder Arthritis
- SLAP Tears
- Shoulder Fracture
- Shoulder Dislocation
- Shoulder Arthroscopy
- SLAP Repair
- Shoulder Joint Replacement
- Shoulder Labrum Reconstruction
- Rotator Cuff Repair
- Labral/Instability Repair
Sports Medicine
Fellowship in Sports Medicine
- Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic, Los Angeles, CA
Residency
- Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA
Medical School
- Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia, PA
Undergraduate
- University of Notre Dame, South Bend, IN
Practice Locations
- 53880 Carmichael Drive
South Bend, IN 46635 - 60160 Bodnar Blvd
Mishawaka, IN 46544 - 5218 Beck Drive Suite 10
Elkhart, IN 46516
Hospital & Surgery Center Locations
- Memorial Hospital of South Bend
- Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center – Mishawaka Campus
- Allied Physicians Surgery Center, South Bend
- Unity Medical & Surgical Hospital - Mishawaka
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After suffering a second ACL tear in the 2018 season, former Notre Dame and current San Diego Charger linebacker Drue Tranquill had surgery performed by Dr. Ratigan to repair his knee. Tranquill recovered from the surgery and was able to compete in the 2019 NFL combine.
"They asked me about it at the combine and all the doctors looked at the MRIs, who said they would not have been able to tell I had surgery. That's a credit to Dr. Brian Ratigan and the quality of surgery he did and our rehab here. I feel as strong as ever,” said Tranquill. Drue is continuing his professional career with the Chargers today.
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Dr. Brian Ratigan: A Dream Come True
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Irish Legend: Former player and current team doctor – Dr. Brian Ratigan
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- Quite simply, he's the best ortho surgeon in the St. Joseph County area. We all hope to never need one but if you gotta get something fixed you may as well use the best.
- Always takes time to explain things and cares about your issues. Been seeing him for a few years now and highly recommend to others.
- Had torn rotator cuff surgery. He did an excellent job and has a great personality! Very happy with him! Bill
- HE IS A WONDERFUL DOCTOR VERY CARING WITH YOUR ISSUE I WOULD RECOMMED HIM TO ANYONE GOD BLESS YOU FOR THE WORK THAT YOU DO THIS IS MY SONS SECOND TORN ACL AND DOC HAS BEEN AWESOME
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Self-verified patient of Dr. Brian L Ratigan - Posted on March 24th, 2020
Very understanding dr, explained everything about knee and surgery. He is very caring & spends time with you at appointments and not rushing out and leaving you hanging . Great Dr.!! -
Self-verified patient of Dr. Brian L Ratigan - Posted on May 7th, 2019
I had my knee blow out... completely severed ACL, torn MCL, and a torn meniscus. It took 6 weeks of going from hospital to physician to MRI and finally for referral to Dr. Ratigan. I had surgery shortly after that. It was outpatient. Everything was timely, managed properly, very professional, and always time for questions or concerns. I felt like I was in very good hands with Dr. Ratigan and his staff. They were very friendly and helpful all the time. After surgery they helped me get set up with physical therapy closer to my home. I felt the surgery went very well, minimal pain. Recovery went well. -
Self-verified patient of Dr. Brian L Ratigan - Posted on December 8th, 2016
After a horrible accident that could have changed my life for the worst I was steered by the ER doctor to BR, who has a pleasant manner, while giving out the unvarnished facts. I am well pleased with the outcome of my surgery and if I had to do it again he'd be the best choice in the area. Having played sports professionally himself, he has a good understanding of major injuries and their consequences, but he takes seriously the concerns of amateur athletes like myself. -
Self-verified patient of Dr. Brian L Ratigan - Posted on June 17th, 2016
The most amazing doctor I have ever seen (and I have quite a few). He repaired my rotator cuff and did an outstanding job. He has been in your shoes before, he can relate and makes sure you understand what is going on. If Notre Dame trusts him to do the surgeries on the football players, you know he is good! Can't say enough about him!!!
- "Amazing dr! He’s very thorough and takes his time. Answers any questions that you may have and he explains everything. Will never go to another dr"
