John H. Flint, M.D.

Hand, Elbow, Shoulder, Wrist

About Dr. John Flint

Dr. John Flint is a preeminent upper extremity surgeon who has made significant contributions to Flagstaff Bone & Joint since joining the team in 2010. His impressive academic journey began with graduating summa cum laude from Brigham Young University, followed by obtaining his medical degree with honors from the University of Virginia School of Medicine. He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, a facility recognized for its excellence in orthopaedic care. Dr. Flint then honed his skills further with a fellowship in upper extremity surgery at Triangle Orthopaedic Associates in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, where he worked alongside hand and shoulder surgeons trained at prestigious institutions like the Mayo Clinic and Duke University Hospital.

In addition to his surgical prowess, Dr. Flint is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to offer outstanding care to a diverse patient demographic. His commitment to patient care is further exemplified by his introduction of wide-awake hand surgery to his practice. This innovative approach allows patients to undergo certain hand surgeries without the need for general anesthesia or sedation, offering several benefits including reduced recovery times, lower risks associated with anesthesia, and the opportunity for patients to communicate with Dr. Flint during the procedure. This method has significantly enhanced patient outcomes and satisfaction.

Outside of work Dr. Flint enjoys spending time with his family, serving in his church and community, travelling, exploring the great outdoors, hiking, skiing, running and mountain biking. He also enjoys table tennis and pickle ball.

Dr. Flint specializes in a wide range of hand, elbow, and shoulder procedures including:

Bicep Repair and Tenodesis Surgery
Biceps Tenodesis Surgery
Carpal and Cubital Tunnel Release
Cubital Tunnel Release
DeQuervain's Tenosynovitis Treatment
Dupuytren's Contracture Surgery
Elbow Arthroscopy
Extensor & Flexor Tendon Injuries
Ganglion Cysts
Golfer's Elbow & Tennis Elbow Treatment
Hand & wrist dislocations and fractures.
Hand, Wrist, and Shoulder Arthritis

Outpatient Wide Awake Hand Surgery
Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement
Rotator Cuff Repair
Scaphoid Fractures
Shoulder Arthritis & Reconstruction
Shoulder Instability Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Total Shoulder Replacement
Tendon Repair
Trigger Finger Release
Wrist Arthroscopy

Patients in need of specialized upper extremity care are encouraged to schedule appointments with Dr. John Flint at the Flagstaff Bone & Joint facilities located in Flagstaff and Kingman.

Locations

Flagstaff
525 North Switzer Canyon Drive
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
United States
Kingman
2331 Hualapai Mountain Road
Suite A
Kingman, AZ 86401
United States

Credentials

Education & Training

Undergraduate: Bachelor of Science in Zoology, Brigham Young University, Provo, UT
Doctor of Medicine: University of Virginia School of Medicine, Charlottesville, VA
Orthopaedic Surgery Residency: University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, IA
Upper Extremity Surgery: Triangle Orthopaedic Associates, P.A., Chapel Hill, NC
Board-Certified: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Professional Associations

Arizona Orthopaedic Society
American Association for Hand Surgery

Surgical Facility Affiliations

Flagstaff Medical Center
Northern Arizona Healthcare Orthopaedic Surgery Center
The Surgery Center at Flagstaff Bone & Joint

Hospital Affiliations

Flagstaff Medical Center
Northern Arizona Healthcare Orthopaedic Surgery Center
The Surgery Center at Flagstaff Bone & Joint

Disclaimer: Medical Financial Affiliations

The Surgery Center at Flagstaff Bone & Joint

News

The Surgery Center at Flagstaff Bone & Joint Is Now Open
The Surgery Center at Flagstaff Bone & Joint performed their first cases on April 17, 2020. The surgery center, located at 501 N. Switzer Canyon Drive in Flagstaff, is an independent, physician-owned ambulatory surgery center with doctors specializing in bone and…
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Dr. Flint Writes: Wide Awake Hand Surgery
Dr. John Flint wrote the article: Wide Awake Hand Surgery, which was featured in the November 2015 edition of the Flagstaff Business News.

Modern medicine is a marvel. The practice of medicine continues to improve with advances made through…
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How Can Medical Experts Disagree? Written by Dr. Flint
Dr. John Flint wrote the article: How Can Medical Experts Disagree?, which was featured in the December 2015 edition of the Flagstaff Business News.

As a patient and a provider I have been fascinated at how medical decisions…
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Videos

Client Testimonial: Marshall

Blog

Pizza & Hands

By: John Flint, MD

What do they have to do with each other?

Turns out a lot, and much more than just delivering pizza to your mouth. Hands are amazing instruments that we utilize nearly every moment at work, at home, or at school. Hands are also critical in making a…

Patient Reviews

I've had this surgery done before by a different Doctor, Dr. Flint by far has done a far superior job, less pain, better care. Thank you for all your help.

Dr. Flint did great. He explained how everything was going to work—very nice doctor.

– Carrie M.

Dr. Flint treated me a very kind and considerate professionalism. He explained what was happening to my hand and what my treatment options were at this time. I loved that he used the ultrasound to guide him in the steroid injection to maximize the benefits I might receive.

– Helen B.

Dr. Flint and his staff were exceptional. Very professional and always available to answer any questions and help any way they could. Special thanks to Paige for all her help getting my work forms filled out quickly, and to Ariel my physical therapist up there, thanks for taking care of me!

Exceptional service and care as always the staff welcomes you with a smile and the doctors are caring and listen to your needs and treatment suggestions.

– Tom H.

John is great! compassionate, informative and personable.

– Rick R.

Dr. Flint is great. He takes his time and includes me in decision-making for the next step for my hand issue.

– Brenda K.