M Brandon Monk, DO, MBA

Physician · Athlete · Investor

Brandon Monk

DO, MBA · Board Certified

High-volume urgent care physician in New York. Former Atlanta Braves draft pick. Real estate entrepreneur. Built on championship grit, clinical excellence, and steady long-term ownership.

22,000+ Patients Atlanta Braves Alumni NY & GA Licensed CMT Investments
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Brandon Monk, DO, MBA professional portrait
UMD Urgent Care · New York
7th
Round MLB Draft · Braves 2005
22K+
Patients diagnosed & treated
4.0
MBA GPA · #1 in class
2
Active medical licenses
About

From the diamond to the exam room

A career built on discipline, teamwork, and service — first as a professional athlete, then as a physician dedicated to accessible, high-quality urgent care.

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The physician

Dr. Brandon Monk is an urgent care physician with UMD Urgent Care who has diagnosed and treated more than 22,000 patients across Brooklyn (Williamsburg), Astoria, Long Island City, Flushing, and other high-volume New York sites. As a sole provider he has managed teams of medical assistants and front-office staff while caring for patients from infancy through advanced age.

Clinical range includes complex facial and eyelid laceration repair, fracture care, outpatient IV therapy for serious infections, and high-volume management of acute and chronic illness — from rashes and Lyme disease to hypertension emergencies.

Board certified by the American Board of General Practice (Medicine and Surgery, 2023), NY & GA licensed, and recognized on Doximity among Brooklyn primary care physicians (#49 in Brooklyn primary care per Doximity ranking).

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The athlete

A 1999 Phenix City Little League World Series champion at age 12, a 2004 Georgia AAA state champion at LaGrange High (shortstop and pitcher with a low-to-mid-90s fastball), and a 7th-round Atlanta Braves draft pick in 2005.

In his first pro season he was named Gulf Coast League Rookie Ball Player of the Month (August 2005) for his hitting, finishing the GCL year at .269 AVG · 10 doubles · 3 HR · 18 RBI across 46 games.

Raised by strong male role models — including his father, coach Walter Monk, and Tony Rasmus (father of big leaguers Colby and Cory Rasmus) — he learned early that hard work and goal-driven discipline win championships on the field and in life.

Medicine

Clinical practice & credentials

Surgical residency foundation. Osteopathic training. High-volume urgent care delivery — procedures, infusions, and full-spectrum acute medicine for patients of every age.

Procedures & acute injury

  • Complex laceration repair — including face and eyelid
  • Fracture care, splinting, and joint reductions (shoulder, finger)
  • I&D of abscess/hematoma; foreign-body removal (including ocular)
  • Point-of-care ultrasound, X-ray & EKG interpretation

Infusion & higher-acuity care

  • Outpatient IV therapy for kidney and lung infections, with clinical monitoring
  • HTN urgency and HTN emergency control
  • Acute GI illness, acute hepatitis, mononucleosis
  • Emergency triage & referral when hospital-level care is needed

High-volume medical conditions

  • Thousands of rashes successfully treated
  • Lyme disease, shingles, STDs, UTIs
  • URI, strep throat, GERD, H. pylori
  • Anxiety & panic; chronic and acute illness across the lifespan

Insurance accepted (via UMD Urgent Care)

Coverage varies by plan. Patients should confirm benefits with their carrier. Self-pay options available.

Aetna Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Cigna Humana UnitedHealthcare Medicare Medicaid TRICARE PPO plans Self-pay
2022 – Present

Urgent Care Physician · UMD Urgent Care

Sole-provider coverage across Williamsburg, Astoria, LIC, Flushing, and related sites. Peak volume 50–70 patients per day. 633 Driggs Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211 · 347-987-4144.

2021

General Surgery Resident · NYU Langone Health

ICU care and general surgery consult services.

2020 – 2021

General Surgery Resident · Geisinger Medical Center

Acute care, trauma, ICU, and OR experience — complex lacerations, I&D, 200+ assisted surgical cases, medical student teaching, EPIC algorithm development.

2016 – 2020

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine · PCOM Georgia

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Georgia Campus. Upper third of class; Foundation & Trustee Scholarships; clinical honors in Orthopedic Surgery, Pulmonary/Critical Care, Pediatrics, and Psychology.

2014 – 2015

MBA · Mercer University Stetson-Hatcher School of Business

#1 in class with 4.0 GPA. Capstone in pharmaceutical company management. International business experience in Munich & Prague. Phi Kappa Phi & Beta Gamma Sigma.

2010 – 2013

B.S. Biology · Georgia College & State University

Cum Laude; Chemistry minor (4.0); Outstanding Biology Major Class of 2013; Tri Beta & Phi Kappa Phi honor societies.

Baseball

Little League champions to the Braves

2B / 3B R / R 5′11″ · 180 lb Valley, AL LaGrange HS

1999 LLWS Champions Phenix City, AL · age 12
2004 GA State Champs LaGrange HS · SS / RHP
2005 Braves Draft 7th round · signed
2005 GCL Player of Month August · hitting award

1999 · Little League World Series champions

At twelve, Brandon helped the Phenix City, Alabama team win a Little League World Series championship — learning early that daily work, clear goals, and trust in teammates can carry you to the biggest stage.

That chapter set the competitive identity he carried into high school, the draft, and medicine: prepare thoroughly, compete with composure, put the team first.

Mentors who set the standard

Walter Monk Father · Coach

Coached on the Phenix City Little League staff and later with the 2004 LaGrange High AAA Georgia State Championship program. Leadership, accountability, and work ethic — at home and on the field.

Tony Rasmus Coach · Mentor

From the same 1999 championship circle — father of Major Leaguers Colby and Cory Rasmus. Modeled preparation, toughness, and a long-term view of the game.

LaGrange High · 2004 Georgia AAA State Champions

Under coach Donnie Branch, Brandon was a two-way force — shortstop and a pitcher with a low-to-mid-90s fastball. In 2004 the Grangers won the AAA Georgia State Championship, with Walter Monk on the coaching staff.

Arm strength, middle-infield instincts, and championship experience made him a top Southeast prospect — and led Atlanta to select him in the 2005 MLB Draft.

Pro career · Atlanta Braves

Selected by the Atlanta Braves in the 7th round of the 2005 MLB June Amateur Draft (overall pick ~227) from LaGrange High School. Signed for approximately $130,000 with total draft-related compensation reported over $230,000 including bonuses.

Minor league stops: GCL Braves, Danville Braves (Appalachian League), Rome Braves (South Atlantic League), and Myrtle Beach Pelicans (Carolina League). Career MiLB line: 189 G · 133 H · 26 2B · 4 HR · 53 RBI · .214 AVG.

August 2005 · GCL Player of the Month

In his first professional season, Brandon earned Gulf Coast League Rookie Ball Player of the Month for August 2005 for his hitting. Full 2005 GCL season line (the campaign that included that award month):

GABH2BHRRBIAVGOBPSLG
461564210318.269.324.391

Source: Baseball-Reference minor league register · GCL Braves, 2005

7th Round draft
.269 2005 GCL AVG
189 MiLB games

Gulf Coast League Braves (Rk) · 2005

Pro debut — Player of the Month (August). .269 / .324 / .391 with 10 doubles, 3 HR, 18 RBI in 46 games.

Rome Braves (A) · Danville Braves (Rk)

2006–2007 development years; contributed to Danville’s 2007 Appalachian League championship run.

Myrtle Beach Pelicans (A+)

2007 High-A stint — .375 AVG in limited action with the Carolina League affiliate.

Columbus State University Cougars

Returned to college baseball as 3B/C after professional years; NCAA residency then roster role.

Coaching & community baseball

Head coach, Home Plate Baseball National Travel Team (Columbus, GA) with former MLB pitcher Jimmy Haynes.

Official stats & profiles

Baseball-Reference · MLB.com · Baseball America · Perfect Game

Investments

Real estate portfolio

Built alongside a professional baseball career and medical training — a multi-property residential practice rooted in Georgia, disciplined capital, and long-term ownership.

CMT Investments

LaGrange, Georgia · Established 2005

Through CMT Investments, Brandon built a diversified residential portfolio using professional baseball earnings and third-party financing — acquiring, improving, and holding assets while completing college, an MBA, and medical school.

He directed underwriting, project execution, profitability analysis, and debt restructuring — growing the portfolio more than fourfold over the expansion years. Holdings today are professionally managed by F.L.I. Properties, with ownership retained through CMT.

10+ Investment properties
$1M+ Portfolio scale (seven-figure range)
4× Growth via income & capital
15+ Years of ownership
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Multi-property holdings

Capital allocated across 10+ investment properties in a long-hold strategy. Portfolio value has grown well into seven figures with appreciation and continued ownership.

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Capital strategy

Blended personal income with third-party financing to scale aggressively, then stabilize — with ongoing focus on leverage, cash flow, and long-term appreciation.

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Operations

Hands-on leadership of renovations and property performance, applying the same systems discipline used in high-volume clinical practice.

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Professional management

Day-to-day operations with F.L.I. Properties — institutional-style management paired with long-term ownership through CMT Investments.

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Georgia focus

Centered in LaGrange and west Georgia — markets known firsthand from home, baseball, and early professional life.

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Builder’s eye

Carpentry, remodeling, and furniture design inform property improvement and asset value creation beyond pure financial underwriting.

Investment timeline

2005

Launched real estate ownership alongside Atlanta Braves minor league career; began CMT Investments in LaGrange, GA.

2005–2015

Expanded holdings across multiple properties while completing undergraduate studies and earning an MBA (4.0 GPA).

2015–2020

Continued portfolio growth and project management through medical school at PCOM Georgia.

Today

Active ownership interest with properties professionally managed by F.L.I. Properties; physician practice in New York.

Recognition

Honors & awards

Selected recognition across medicine, business, academics, and professional baseball.

2023

Board Certification

American Board of General Practice — General Practice of Medicine and Surgery.

2019

PCOM Foundation & Trustee Scholarships

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine merit awards (2018 & 2019).

2019

Clinical Honors

Orthopedic Surgery, Pulmonary & Critical Care, Pediatrics, Psychology — PCOM.

2015

Beta Gamma Sigma

“Best in Business” international honor society — Mercer MBA, top of class (4.0).

2015

International Business Ethics Case

Runner-up, Loyola Marymount University competition (medical ethics case on surgical safety).

2015

Phi Kappa Phi

National honor society recognition at Mercer University (also inducted at GCSU, 2013).

2013

Outstanding Biology Major

Georgia College & State University Class of 2013; Cum Laude; Tri Beta honor society.

2005

GCL Player of the Month

Atlanta Braves Rookie Ball Gulf Coast League Player of the Month — August 2005.

Career

MLB & NCAA Scholarships

MLB College Tuition Scholarship; NCAA athletic & academic scholarship (Auburn); Community Leadership Scholarship (CVCC).

Patient Reviews

What patients say

From Google and Solv Health reviews at UMD Urgent Care — patients cite calm bedside manner, thorough evaluation, and personal follow-up after the visit.

★★★★★

“Dr. Monk was phenomenal. I came in after slicing off part of my finger while cooking. He saw me immediately and was calm and efficient. He has impeccable bedside manner. He also followed up with me a few days later to check in. I highly recommend this practice!”

Hayden Mitchell Google · UMD Urgent Care
★★★★★

“Dr. MONK is a hero!! Took care of my mom’s ear with great professionalism. No other doctors were able to treat her before. Thank you so much Dr. Monk & the staff!!!”

Eunkyung Yi Google · UMD Urgent Care
★★★★★

“Dr. Monk is the kindest and most patient doctor I’ve ever met. I frequent this urgent care and only come to see him because he is so knowledgeable and always talks things through with me. I wish he worked here more so I don’t have to wait to come in when he is in office.”

Yumi C Google · UMD Urgent Care
★★★★★

“Dr. Monk was amazing! Knowledgeable, kind, and patient. He took the time to answer all of my concerns and provided thorough explanations to ease my worry. I highly recommend seeing Dr. Monk — his competence and compassion in medicine are truly next level.”

Christian Devine Google · UMD Urgent Care
★★★★★

“I ruptured my Achilles tendon and came here, staff was very friendly. Made an appointment and saw Dr. Monk who was very informative and caring. He performed an Ultrasound and installed a splint for me. Great place — I will definitely come back to see Dr. Monk for any issues in the future.”

Matt K Google · UMD Urgent Care
★★★★★

“Very quick service and knowledgeable doctors. I’ve gone in very scared a few times only to be reassured and treated correctly and promptly. Dr. Monk was who I had last time and was amazing!”

Ani Corless Google · Local Guide · UMD Urgent Care
★★★★★

“I came to UMD with a pretty bad laceration on my finger and was called in very quickly. Facilities were clean and staff was friendly. I was pretty shaken up by the amount of bleeding, but Dr. Monk was kind, patient, and reassuring.”

Madison Ko Google · UMD Urgent Care
★★★★★

“Saw Dr. Monk — very friendly and competent. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Even followed up to see how I was doing. Highly recommend.”

Oscar Arias Google · UMD Urgent Care
★★★★★

“Had a good experience with UMD UC & Dr. Monk. Visit had a short wait which is great. Dr. Monk was helpful with all questions and followed up post visit.”

Alex Gal (Alex G) Google · Local Guide · UMD Urgent Care
★★★★★

“I had a bad pain in my leg and stomach. I was hesitant to go to the hospital. My friend recommended me to come to UMD urgent care. I’m so glad I did. The staff was super caring and Dr. Monk listened and gave me a thorough evaluation. He took time to get to the root of the problem. Definitely recommend.”

Vennie S. Solv Health · Verified · UMD Astoria
★★★★★

“Dr. Monk — Thank you very much. You so greatly kind and Good job.”

Chan Choi Google · UMD Urgent Care
★★★★★

Provider consensus from UrgentCareList: patients highlight “exceptional doctors like Dr. Wong and Dr. Monk,” minimal wait times, clean environment, and a dedicated team that makes patients feel well taken care of from the moment they walk in.

UrgentCareList.com Williamsburg location summary
Collectibles

Baseball cards on eBay

2005 Bowman Draft and minor-league issues — base, autographs, and limited refractors. Links open live third-party listings (inventory and prices change).

2005 · Bowman Draft
BDP53 First Year
Brandon Monk · Atlanta Braves

2005 Bowman Draft Picks & Prospects #BDP53

Classic first-year / rookie-style Bowman Draft base card. Near Mint listings commonly available.

Base First Year
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2005 · Autograph
Signed Bowman Draft
Ink on card · LaGrange, GA

BRANDON MONK Signed / Autographed 2005 Bowman Draft

Multiple autographed BDP listings from reputable sellers (often with COA). Prices historically range from a few dollars to ~$20.

Autograph BDP
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2005 · Chrome
Blue Refractor /150
Serial #18/150

2005 Bowman Draft Chrome Blue Refractor 18/150

Limited blue refractor parallel — serial numbered out of 150. A scarcer Chrome variation for Braves prospect collectors.

Refractor /150
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2005 · Chrome
Bowman Chrome Auto
First Year · Mint condition

Braves Brandon Monk Signed 2005 Bowman Chrome First Year

Autographed Bowman Chrome first-year cards listed by specialty autograph sellers.

Autograph Chrome
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2006 · Team Set
Danville Braves #35
Grandstand · LaGrange, GA

2006 Danville Braves Grandstand #35 Brandon Monk

Appalachian League team-issue Grandstand card from the Danville Braves affiliate — a fan-favorite minor-league collectible.

Team Set #35
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Price Guide
Beckett Values
Cross-set pricing

Brandon Monk Baseball Price Guide · Beckett

Official Beckett player price-guide entry covering Bowman, Chrome, Grandstand, and related products.

Guide Beckett
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eBay inventory changes frequently. Use the search links for live availability, condition grades, and current prices. See all Brandon Monk Braves listings on eBay →

Profiles

Find Dr. Monk online

Professional networks, medical directories, and baseball databases.

Contact

Let’s connect

Professional inquiries, media, or collaboration — email or LinkedIn. For clinical care, contact UMD Urgent Care to schedule or walk in.

Email Dr. Monk LinkedIn UMD · 347-987-4144

Community: Habitat for Humanity · Meals on Wheels Atlanta · Hosea Feed the Hungry · youth baseball coaching. Interests: carpentry, furniture design, outdoor sports, home remodeling.

Email
brandonmonk14@gmail.com
Phone
706-302-9745
Practice
UMD Urgent Care · Williamsburg
633 Driggs Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Based
Mineola / New York metro area
Credentials
DO · MBA · Board Certified · NY & GA licensed