About
Gregg A. Vagner, MD
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Effective June 8, 2026, Dr. Vagner is seeing patients at ARC South Specialty, ARC Cedar Park Building B, and ARC Medical Park Tower Orthopedics. This move may affect upcoming appointments. Please check all notifications from ARC for visit details and address before any upcoming appointments.
Dr. Vagner was born in Chicago but grew up in San Antonio. When he’s not working, he “absolutely” loves spending time with his family, traveling together, enjoying what Austin has to offer, or just sitting around watching TV together. Dr. Vagner also considers himself “a little bit of a wine nerd,” and enjoys reading books, skiing, and traveling. His favorite local spots are the Highland Lakes, whether from the deck of a restaurant or on a boat. He also loves downtown Austin, and the city’s great restaurants!
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I remember choosing to be a physician when I was in the 7th grade, as I was very interested in sciences and loved interacting and serving people, and trying to improve their lives. I chose hand surgery because I really enjoy the intricacies of the procedures and how amazingly engineered the hand is. In my practice, I always try to follow the Golden Rule, imagining how I would want to be treated. I approach my patients with empathy and try to equip them with the knowledge about their condition so that together, we can arrive at the best possible treatment plan.
Services
- Carpal Tunnel Release
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Carpal Tunnel Release
Carpal tunnel release is a surgery used to treat and potentially heal carpal tunnel syndrome, which can be caused by injury, such as a sprain or fracture, repetitive use of a vibrating tool, or even a congenital predisposition (something that runs in families).
- Cubital Tunnel Release
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Cubital Tunnel Release
Cubital tunnel syndrome happens when the ulnar nerve, which passes through the cubital tunnel (a tunnel of muscle, ligament, and bone) on the inside of the elbow, becomes inflamed, swollen, and irritated.
- Elbow Arthroscopy
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Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow arthroscopy is a minimally invasive technique used by orthopedic surgeons to diagnose and treat a range of conditions affecting the joint.
- Elbow Fracture Care
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Elbow Fracture Care
Elbow fractures can be caused by falls on the elbow, direct blows to the elbow, and falling on an outstretched hand where the elbow is bracing the fall.
- Elbow Pain Treatment
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Elbow Pain Treatment
Elbow pain may include discomfort in the area's joints, muscles, tendons, or ligaments.
- Elbow Surgery
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Elbow Surgery
Elbow replacement surgery removes damaged areas of the elbow joint and replaces them with implants.
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- Fracture Care
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Fracture Care
Fracture treatment to put the pieces of bone back in place, control the pain, give the bone time to heal, prevent complications, and restore normal use of the fractured area.
- Fracture Surgery (Elbow to Fingertip)
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Fracture Surgery (Elbow to Fingertip)
Fracture surgery aims to realign the broken bones, manage pain, allow proper healing time, prevent complications, and restore full function to the affected elbow, wrist, hand, or fingers.
- Hand and Wrist Arthritis Treatment
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Hand and Wrist Arthritis Treatment
Orthopedic treatment and care for arthritis of the hands and wrists.
- Hand and Wrist Fracture Care
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Hand and Wrist Fracture Care
Orthopedic treatment and care for fractured hands and wrists.
- Hand and Wrist Pain Treatment
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Hand and Wrist Pain Treatment
ARC orthopedic doctors and advanced practice clinicians (APCs) can evaluate and provide care for your hand and wrist pain.
- Hand Fracture Care
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Hand Fracture Care
ARC orthopedic doctors and advanced practice clinicians (APCs) provide treatment for hand fractures.
- Hand Surgery
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Hand Surgery
An ARC orthopedic hand surgeon can diagnose, treat, and monitor your rehabilitation quickly and effectively. Our orthopedic surgeons’ goal is to help improve function and reduce pain in your daily life, whether it’s caused by a new or old sports injury, arthritis, or repetitive use.
- Orthopedic Surgery
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Orthopedic Surgery
ARC orthopedic surgeons provide leading-edge, comprehensive care in the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of orthopedic conditions, including total joint replacement and sports medicine.
- Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Injections
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Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Injections
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections utilize platelet-rich plasma therapy to promote healing and reduce pain.
- Steroid Injections
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Steroid Injections
Steroid injections are a non-surgical procedure that can help reduce pain and swelling, providing effective relief.
- Telemedicine Visits
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Telemedicine Visits
ARC offers telemedicine visits for primary and specialty care. ARC doctors and advanced practice clinicians (APCs) can quickly evaluate you for a new health issue or follow up with you via a phone call or video visit from the comfort of your home.
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- Tendon Surgery
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Tendon Surgery
Tendon surgery offers specialized surgical intervention for tendon injuries, including tears, ruptures, and chronic conditions.
- Treatment for De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
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Treatment for De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
Surgical and non-surgical treatment focused on alleviating pain and restoring wrist and thumb function.
- Treatment for Dupuytren Contracture
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Treatment for Dupuytren Contracture
Surgical and non-surgical treatment to help correct Dupuytren contracture (also called Dupuytren disease), an abnormal thickening of the skin in the palm of your hand at the base of your fingers.
- Trigger Finger Release
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Trigger Finger Release
Trigger finger is a condition in which the tendon sheath becomes inflamed and thickened and prevents the smooth extension or flexion of the finger or thumb. The finger may lock or "trigger" suddenly.
- Wrist Fracture Care
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Wrist Fracture Care
Orthopedic treatment and care for wrist fractures.
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Locations & Hours
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Mon-Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Sat-Sun: Closed
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Mon-Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Sat-Sun: Closed
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Mon-Fri: 7:45am - 5:00pm
Sat-Sun: Closed
Credentials
Board Certifications
Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery, Certificate of Added Qualification, Hand SurgeryFellowship
Hand, Upper Extremity and Microvascular Fellowship, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, 2006Residency
Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, 2002Medical School
Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, 1997Education
BA in History, Baylor University, Waco, TX, 1993Professional Positions
- Assistant Professor of Surgery and Perioperative Care, Dell Medical School, Austin, TX
- Hand and wrist surgery consultant, University of Texas Athletics
- Member, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- Member, American Society for Surgery of the Hand
- Member, Central Texas Hand Society
- Member, Travis County Medical Society
Awards & Honors
- Austin's Top Doctor, Austin Monthly, 2014, 2021, 2022, 2024, 2025, 2026
- Distinguished Surgeon of the Year, Austin Area Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses, 2011
- "Super Doctors," Texas Monthly, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
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