Dr. Patrick J. Horan, MD

Expert Publications

• Comparative pharmacological and biochemical studies between butorphanol and morphine.
• [L-Ala3]DPDPE: a new enkephalin analog with a unique opioid receptor activity profile. Further evidence of delta-opioid receptor multiplicity.
• Lack of cross-tolerance between U69,593 and bremazocine suggests kappa-opioid receptor multiplicity in mice.
• Unexpected antinociceptive potency of cyclic [D-Tca1]CTAP: potential for a novel mechanism of action.
• Agonist and antagonist profiles of [D-Ala2,Glu4]deltorphin and its [Cys4]- and [Ser4]-substituted derivatives: further evidence of opioid delta receptor multiplicity.
• Antinociceptive profile of biphalin, a dimeric enkephalin analog.
• Pseudoirreversible binding characteristics of [D-Ala2,Glu4]deltorphin and its Cys4 substituted derivative to delta-opioid receptors.
• Differential antagonism of bremazocine- and U69,593-induced antinociception by quadazocine: further functional evidence of opioid kappa receptor multiplicity in the mouse.
• A review of total joint replacement in active duty soldiers.

Media Releases

Get to know Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Patrick J. Horan, who serves patients in Tampa, Florida.

Dr. Horan is an orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist with two decades of experience. He is the Founder of Westchase Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation Inc., a leader in orthopaedic care & advanced physical therapy intervention in Tampa, Florida.

He is passionate about bringing the center into the future with expansion into cutting edge treatments including platelet rich plasma therapy, advanced cold therapy treatments, and the use of adipose cell therapies. He and his team effectively and efficiently treat a wide variety of cases with treatments ranging from physical therapy and other non-invasive interventions to surgical procedures.

“At Westchase Orthopedics & Rehabilitation, we offer an integrated approach to all areas of musculoskeletal care. Whether you experienced a severe sports injury like a torn ACL, have pain during physical activity due to a sprain, or are not able to move freely due to a disease like worsening arthritis, our highly skilled orthopedic surgeons and specialists can help treat your condition and improve your quality of life! We always seek to address the root cause of the problem through accurate diagnosis and cutting-edge technology” as stated on the practice’s website.

After receiving his undergraduate degree from Duke University in Durham, North Carolina, Dr. Horan earned his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston. Both his internship and residency were completed at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D.C. He also received a Master of Business Administration degree from Auburn University in Auburn, Alabama.

Following his training, the doctor attained board certification in orthopedic surgery and orthopedic sports medicine through the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS). The ABOS is an organization with the goal of establishing educational and professional standards for orthopedic residents and surgeons as well as evaluating the qualifications and competence of orthopedic surgeons.

Before entering into private practice, Dr. Horan served 10 years on active duty in the US Army as an orthopedic surgeon. He also served as Chief of Surgery and Chief of Staff at Town ‘n Country Hospital, and as the team physician for the Tampa Bay Rowdies.

Currently, he performs surgeries at AdventHealth Carrollwood and Westchase Surgery Center.

Furthemore, he maintains professional memberships with the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, the American Academy of Orthopedic Sports Medicine, and the Arthroscopy Association of North America.

Orthopedic surgery is the branch of surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system. Orthopedic surgeons use both surgical and non-surgical means to treat musculoskeletal trauma, spine diseases, sports injuries, degenerative diseases, infections, tumors, and congenital disorders.

Among Dr. Horan’s most notable achievements include On-Time Doctor Award (2016, 2015) and Compassionate Doctor Recognition (2016).

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