Brenda K Ansel , ACNS-BC, RN, RN-BC, MSN

Interventional Pain Management

Franciscan Physician Network Rehabilitation & Spine Specialists Indianapolis

8051 S. Emerson Ave., Suite 300

Indianapolis, IN 46237 Directions

(317) 528-8494

directory.franciscanhealth.org

4.9 out of 5

160 verified ratings

160 Ratings, 93 Comments


The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
May 8, 2026
She has helped and been there for me with my issues

May 4, 2026
She is the best. Caring about my well being

May 4, 2026
She is the most genuine provider and really listens to me. There is never any rushing or feeling like she would rather be somewhere else.

Apr 30, 2026
Always listen and respond with great solutions

Apr 28, 2026
She explain my options and let me make the choice.

Apr 15, 2026
She’s the BEST!!

Apr 14, 2026
She is so helpful and always helps me.

Apr 14, 2026
Brenda is very thorough and helpful.

Apr 14, 2026
My care provider for some three years. Always taking good care it’ help you butprompt in treatments. Good manners.

Apr 13, 2026
Brenda was super-efficient, competent, and thorough.

Apr 8, 2026
Brenda is great! She greets you and listens to you. She has answers to your questions. She takes her time and is thorough. I wish I could see her for all my medical needs!

Apr 4, 2026
Great listening skills. Very responsive to my needs.

Apr 1, 2026
Very caring and professional

Mar 27, 2026
Very caring to her patients

Mar 22, 2026
Brenda, was very informative and patient with me. I was able to have all of my issues resolved.

Mar 17, 2026
Friendly and respectful

Mar 13, 2026
She’s quick, knowledgeable, and encouraging.

Mar 13, 2026
She is friendly and explains everything to you

Mar 12, 2026
She is always having fun & always concerned about giving the extra care we need.

Mar 12, 2026
Attentive and knowledgeable. Excellent experience for me both this time and three years ago.

Mar 10, 2026
She's very good

Feb 27, 2026
She’s awesome

Feb 17, 2026
She listen to me .

Feb 10, 2026
Brenda is awesome at her diagnsis

Feb 9, 2026
I have been going to Dr. Cottrell and Brenda Ansel for many years and am very satisfied with her treatments and advice.

Feb 8, 2026
Always concerned for her patient's well being.

Feb 6, 2026
Gets right to the point of treatment, explains everything thoroughly. Very easy to talk to. She is greatly appreciated.

Feb 6, 2026
I was very satisfied with her care.

Feb 4, 2026
She was very thorough and very nice

Feb 1, 2026
She's a wonderful doctor. Very respectful when she speaks to you. And she honest!

Jan 30, 2026
Ez to talk to keeps you very informed and on top of her job

Jan 27, 2026
I trust in her diagnosis and recommendations.

Jan 26, 2026
She is wonderful and has great suggestions on how to help

Jan 24, 2026
Brenda is great and I appreciate everything she has done to help me.

Jan 20, 2026
Brenda takes the time to listen to your problem and finds a way to help you

Jan 15, 2026
I’m treated very well

Jan 10, 2026
Brenda listened to my pain issues and offered treatment options to help alleviate my numerous trigger points and PT to also work on same trigger points.

Jan 7, 2026
Totally satisfied

Jan 4, 2026
Very caring and does what she needs to care for you

Jan 1, 2026
she has tried everything she had possible to help me

Dec 23, 2025
Brenda Ansel is truly amazing! You can tell she has genuine care and concern for her patients. She's extremely professional, personable, knowledgeable, and was able to answer all my questions.

Dec 21, 2025
Brenda Ansel was very helpful and thorough with my visit. She was patient and answered all of my questions, and set me up for the tests to follow. I am very pleased to meet with her.

Dec 18, 2025
She listens to me and encourages me to elaborate as if she actually has time to get to know my underlying issues

Dec 17, 2025
Good pepol

Dec 17, 2025
I've been seeing her for 10+ years and she's always been able to diagnose my issues and help with easing my pain! She's not only professional but friendly too. Making me feel comfortable when discussing my pain issues.

Dec 16, 2025
Because I love her she listens to me and she explains everything to me. Might be something I don't want to hear but she tells it like it is. I really like that from any Dr. or NP

Dec 6, 2025
Very attentive to what I said concerning my health and helped me figure out the best course of treatment.

Dec 4, 2025
She is always willing to help me

Nov 26, 2025
Dr, Ansel seems able to relate to the patient as a whole and not just the pain issue. Her choice of trying a bupro patch for Lew a couple of years ago has helped him significantly. She spends time trying to get a feel for what is happening in the patient's life.

Nov 20, 2025
She always listens and works with me toward a remedy for my back pain.