Biography
Dr. Brian Godshaw recently joined our group at Ochsner Sports Medicine Institute. He serves as Director of Orthopedic Research. He provides team coverage to several area high schools in the New Orleans and River Region areas. Dr. Godshaw graduated with Magna Cum Laude from Clemson University in South Carolina. He received his medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin. He then completed his Orthopedic Surgery internship and residency at the Ochsner Clinic Foundation during which time he received the Researcher of the Year Award in 2019. Dr. Godshaw continued his training at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center where he completed his Orthopedic Sports Medicine Fellowship. While there, Dr. Godshaw trained under the direction of Dr. Freddie Fu, renowned sports medicine surgeon. During his fellowship year, Dr. Godshaw was team physician and provided medical coverage to the Pittsburgh Penguins, professional hockey team, University of Pittsburgh Division I football team and other Division I athletes in other sports such as basketball, soccer, volleyball, gymnastics, wrestling, baseball, softball, and swimming. He also provided medical care to athletes at Robert Morris University and Carnegie Mellon University. Dr. Godshaw has a specific interest in the advancement of sports medicine through research and has published multiple peer-reviewed scientific articles. His research has been presented at several national and international orthopedic conferences. He is board-eligible by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. His practice focuses on arthroscopic and reconstructive surgery of the shoulder, elbow, and knee. Professional society memberships include the Arthroscopy Association of North America, American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine, and American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. Originally from Vienna, Virginia. He enjoys spending time with this wife and son.
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Education and Training
Medical School
Medical College of Wisconsin
Field of Study: Medicine
Residency
Ochsner Clinic Foundation - GME Office
Field of Study: Orthopaedic Surgery
Fellowship
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center - GME
Field of Study: Orthopaedic Surgery Sports Medicine
Certifications
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery
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As always the doctor was on point with what needed to be done and how to proceed
Very Good
Dr. Godshaw was caring and skilled - The perfect combination. He was respectful & worked with me in a team like way. Outstanding physician & surgeon - A rarity. A surgeon with an excellent bedside manner.
Excellent!
Very pleased with my surgeon
My knee was a bit achy and swollen upon arrival. Dr. Godshaw took his time and conducted the necessary steps to make it all better. He's truly a 10/10 as a professional.
Dr. Godshaw is incredibly courteous & caring & explains things fully.
Good
The doctor was very nice and spoke on a level that my child understood what he was saying. I would certainly recommend him any day.
Dr Godshaw provides awesome care, displays compassion and understanding. He is very patient and answers all my concerns.
I highly recommend Dr. Godshaw and staff
I would Recommend doctor godshaw and his staff to anyone looking for orthopedic care.
Very professional