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Apr 17
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Physical Therapy Telemedicine

Physical Therapy Telemedicine Offered at Florida Orthopaedic Institute

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Seeking to implement new methods of care for patients during the developing COVID-19 situation, Florida Orthopaedic Institute has found a resolution through telemedicine. Offering the service for both clinical appointments and physical therapy, the orthopedic practice can now virtually treat and rehabilitate patients while they remain in the comfort of their homes.

“Telemedicine is extremely simple to set up,” said Paul Lopes, Director of Physical Therapy at Florida Orthopaedic Institute. “The patient receives an email and clicks a secure link which places them in direct audio and video connection with their Therapist. That’s it!”

Allowing patients to virtually meet with their physician or therapist and not having to come into the office, telemedicine greatly reduces the risk of potentially coming into contact with the coronavirus.

“Telemedicine is a great opportunity for patients to receive skilled Physical Therapy guidance when unable to take part in a more traditional, face-to-face experience,” said Jason Schoonover DPT, ATC at FOI Brandon.

Ensuring that quality of patient care remains at the highest of standards, telemedicine continues to develop the patient-physician relationship.

“They really like it. This is a very valuable service to our patients,” said Gavin Hawken, MPT, Therapy Supervisor at FOI Citrus Park.

Patients must see an FOI physician for an evaluation before being referred to Physical Therapy. To schedule an appointment with an FOI physician, please call our Scheduling Department at 813-978-9797.

Mar 13
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Coronavirus

Understanding Florida Orthopaedic Institute’s Preventative Measures with Coronavirus (COVID-19)

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There is no higher priority to our entire Florida Orthopaedic Institute family than the safety of our patients, staff, and physicians. As the situation surrounding novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to have an increased impact on our communities, we feel it’s essential to provide you with a detailed update of what we are doing to support you and your health. We are in close communication and have taken additional measures in accordance with the recommendations made by global and local public health authorities including, the World Health Organization (WHO), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Florida Department of Health, and other medical authorities.

Rest assured that we are taking appropriate measures to ensure your health and safety at each Florida Orthopaedic Institute location. We have always taken great pride in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness in our offices, including utilizing hospital-grade disinfectants approved by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as effective against Coronavirus. Over the past few weeks, we have expanded our cleaning protocols and increased the frequency and extent of our office, lobby and patient care theater sanitation. In addition, we’ve increased our supply of resources, including critical cleaning supplies. Finally, we’ve shared with our staff the guidance we’ve received from various health agencies to ensure that our offices continue to be a safe environment for all who visit.

We also want to take this opportunity to remind our patients of the important measures that they can take to ensure the continued health of those around them.

  1. Clean your hands often, using both soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
  2. Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.
  3. Avoid close contact with others who may be sick.
  4. If you are sick or are experiencing symptoms, stay at home and consult your primary healthcare provider.
  5. Cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing.

Finally, we want to provide our patients with the peace of mind to make appropriate scheduling adjustments, if needed. If you are experiencing symptoms, are currently sick, or have traveled to countries with widespread, sustained transmission such as China, Iran, South Korea, and Italy in the past 14 days, please contact your FOI office to reschedule any upcoming appointments or visits.

Thank you for your continued trust in Florida Orthopaedic Institute. As you know, this is a dynamic and evolving situation. Our commitment to your safety remains at the forefront of everything we do.

Sincerely,

Lee Levanduski, Chief Operating Officer

Florida Orthopaedic Institute

Feb 07
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Florida Orthopaedic Institute Adds Two New Orthopedists

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Tampa, Fl. – February 7, 2019 – Florida Orthopaedic Institute (FOI) announces the recent hiring of Dr. Tara K. Bagen and Dr. Faisal A. Chaudhry to its practice of more than 40 fellowship-trained physicians. Dr. Bagen is a primary care orthopedist fellowship trained in sports medicine and Dr. Chaudhry is an interventional spine physician fellowship trained in pain management.

“Florida Orthopaedic Institute is proud to announce the addition of Tara Bagen, M.D. to our renowned Sports Medicine Division,” says Dr. Roy Sanders, president, chief medical officer and founding member of Florida Orthopaedic Institute. “Alongside our team of phenomenal sports medicine physicians, Dr. Bagen’s expertise will help our practice remain a pinnacle in the field of sports medicine.”  

After her residency at Louisiana State University, Dr. Bagen went on to complete her Sports Medicine fellowship at Baton Rouge General. Dr. Bagen is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. She has given many lectures on sports medicine topics including teaching proper physical exam techniques. She was involved in ongoing concussion research and is a credentialed ImPACT consultant for concussion treatment.

“We also are pleased to welcome Faisal Chaudhry, M.D.,” Dr. Sanders said. “Dr. Chaudhry joins us as an expert in Interventional Spine pain management. Dr. Chaudhry received his fellowship training in pain management at Beth Israel Medical Center in New York, NY. Congruent to our vision, Dr. Chaudhry prides himself on delivering unique and individualized treatment plans for every patient according to their specific needs.”

Dr. Chaudhry is an Interventional Spine Specialist double board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology with a subspecialty in Pain Medicine. He specializes in providing comprehensive pain management for a variety of pain conditions. Dr. Chaudhry takes a particular interest in neuromodulation for advanced pain conditions.

Dr. Bagen began seeing patients on February 3 at the Citrus Park, North Tampa and South Tampa locations.

Dr. Chaudhry began seeing patients on February 3 at the Citrus Park and North Tampa locations.

Florida Orthopaedic Institute

Founded in 1989, Florida Orthopaedic Institute is Florida’s largest orthopedic group and provides expertise and treatment of orthopedic-related injuries and conditions, including adult reconstruction and arthritis, chiropractic services, foot and ankle, general orthopedics, hand and wrist, interventional spine, musculoskeletal oncology, orthopedic trauma, physical medicine and rehabilitation, physical and occupational therapy, sports medicine, shoulder and elbow, spine and chiropractic services, among others. The organization treats patients throughout its surgery centers in North Tampa and Citrus Park, two orthopaedic urgent care centers in South Tampa and Brandon, and 9 office locations in Bloomingdale, Brandon, Citrus Park, North Tampa, Northdale, Palm Harbor, South Tampa, Sun City Center and Wesley Chapel. For more information, please visit: FloridaOrtho.com and ‘like’ us on Facebook: facebook.com/Florida.Orthopaedic.Institute. 

Dec 03
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Florida Orthopaedic Institute Announces New Physician

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Tampa, FL. – December 3, 2019 – Florida Orthopaedic Institute (FOI) announces the recent hiring of Dr. Reza Alavi to its practice of more than 40 fellowship-trained physicians. Dr. Alavi is a primary care orthopedist fellowship-trained in sports medicine.

“We are pleased to announce the addition of Reza Alavi, M.D. to our expanding roster of extraordinary primary care physicians at Florida Orthopaedic Institute,” said Dr. Roy Sanders, M.D., president, chief medical officer and founding member of Florida Orthopaedic Institute. “Our Sports Medicine Division welcomes Dr. Alavi and we are eager to care for even more patients in the realm of sports medicine.”

Dr. Alavi earned his medical degree in Shahrekord, Iran before completing his residency at Capital Health Regional Medical Center in Trenton, NJ. He later gained his fellowship in Sports Medicine at Bayfront Health Sports Medicine in St. Petersburg, FL.

“I am really excited to join Florida Orthopaedic Institute,” Dr. Alavi said. “It’s the largest orthopedic institute in Florida and has been a point of reference in orthopedics for decades. I am very grateful that they are allowing me this wonderful opportunity to pursue my beloved passion.”

Dr. Alavi is a member of numerous organizations including the American College of Sports Medicine and the American Medical Society of Sports Medicine. He has also been the team physician for multiple schools in Tampa and St. Petersburg including Keswick High School, Northside Christian High School, Eckerd College and University of South Florida.

Dr. Alavi began seeing patients on December 2 at the North Tampa, Citrus Park and Palm Harbor locations.

Nov 13
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Dr. Mehrotra Physician Headshot

Florida Orthopaedic Institute Announces New Total Joint Physician as Company Continues Expansion.

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Tampa, Fl. – November 11, 2019 – Florida Orthopaedic Institute (FOI) announces the recent hiring of Dr. Kapil G. Mehrotra to its practice of more than 40 fellowship-trained physicians. Dr. Mehrotra is an orthopedic surgeon fellowship trained in adult reconstruction and joint replacement.

“We are proud to announce the addition of Kapil Mehrotra, M.D. to our exemplary roster of physicians at Florida Orthopaedic Institute,” says Dr. Roy Sanders, president, chief medical officer and founding member of Florida Orthopaedic Institute. “With Dr. Mehrotra’s added expertise, our practice will be able to expand and continue to serve as the leader in adult reconstruction and joint replacement.”

Dr. Mehrotra completed his residency at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. From there, he went on to receive his fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, New York before establishing himself in Tampa, Florida.

“It is my honor to join the great surgeons at Florida Orthopaedic Institute,” Mehrotra said. “A great surgeon requires competence, compassion and commitment. My goal is to get patients back to their favorite activities and enjoy the time with their loved ones. I’m excited to join Florida Orthopaedic Institute’s family and provide quality care to the people of Florida.”

Dr. Mehrotra is a member of numerous organizations including the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS) and Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Medical Society. He has also presented at numerous medical conferences, authored peer-reviewed journal articles and has shared his expertise in medical textbooks.

Dr. Mehrotra began seeing patients on November 5 at the Telecom and South Tampa locations.

Florida Orthopaedic Institute Founded in 1989, Florida Orthopaedic Institute is Florida’s largest orthopedic group and provides expertise and treatment of orthopedic-related injuries and conditions, including adult reconstruction and arthritis, chiropractic services, foot and ankle, general orthopedics, hand and wrist, interventional spine, musculoskeletal oncology, orthopedic trauma, physical medicine and rehabilitation, physical and occupational therapy, sports medicine, shoulder and elbow, and spine services among others. The organization treats patients throughout its surgery centers in North Tampa and Citrus Park, two orthopaedic urgent care centers in South Tampa and Brandon, and 9 office locations in Bloomingdale, Brandon, Citrus Park, North Tampa, Northdale, Palm Harbor, South Tampa, Sun City Center and Wesley Chapel. For more information, please visit: FloridaOrtho.com and ‘like’ us on Facebook: facebook.com/Florida.Orthopaedic.Institute. 

Sep 16
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Florida Orthopaedic Institute Adds Two Orthopedic Physicians as Tampa Bay Area Continues to Flourish

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Tampa, Fl. – September 16 – Florida Orthopaedic Institute (FOI) announces the recent hiring of Dr. Evan M. Loewy and Dr. George E. Eldayrie to its practice of more than 40 fellowship-trained physicians. Dr. Loewy is an orthopedic surgeon fellowship trained in foot and ankle surgery and Dr. Eldayrie is a primary care orthopedist fellowship trained in sports medicine.

“We are pleased to announce the addition of Evan Loewy, M.D., to our Division of Foot and Ankle Surgery,” says Dr. Roy Sanders, president, chief medical officer and founding member of Florida Orthopaedic Institute. “He joins Drs. Walling, Epting and myself in one of Florida’s largest and most respected total ankle replacement centers of excellence. His expertise will only add to our academic and patient centric practice.”

After his residency at the University of South Florida, Dr. Loewy went on to complete his Foot and Ankle Surgery fellowship at OrthoCarolina. Throughout his medical training, he has been recognized for his achievements in orthopedics. He was awarded for his outstanding accomplishments and contributions to the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.

“Florida Orthopaedic Institute also welcomes George Eldayrie, M.D.,” Dr. Sanders said. “He completed his residency in Family Medicine at UF, serving as chief resident. He then completed his sports medicine fellowship at Wake Forest University. We are very much looking forward to the experience and care that he will bring as a primary care provider in orthopedics to both our Division of Sports Medicine and our patients.”

During his fellowship, Dr. Eldayrie trained in ultrasound-guided procedures including steroid, viscosupplementation and platelet rich plasma injections. While he sees many sports medicine injuries, he holds particular interest in concussions, running medicine, dance medicine, regenerative medicine and the treatment and prevention of arthritis.

Dr. Loewy began seeing patients on September 3 at the Brandon, North Tampa and South Tampa locations.

Dr. Eldayrie will begin seeing patients on October 1 at the Brandon and North Tampa locations in the Tampa Bay Area.

Florida Orthopaedic Institute

Founded in 1989, Florida Orthopaedic Institute is Florida’s largest orthopedic group and provides expertise and treatment of orthopedic-related injuries and conditions, including adult reconstruction and arthritis, chiropractic services, foot and ankle, general orthopedics, hand and wrist, interventional spine, musculoskeletal oncology, orthopedic trauma, physical medicine and rehabilitation, physical and occupational therapy, sports medicine, shoulder and elbow, spine and chiropractic services, among others. The organization treats patients throughout its surgery centers in North Tampa and Citrus Park, two orthopaedic urgent care centers in South Tampa and Brandon, and 9 office locations in Bloomingdale, Brandon, Citrus Park, North Tampa, Northdale, Palm Harbor, South Tampa, Sun City Center and Wesley Chapel. For more information, please visit: FloridaOrtho.com and ‘like’ us on Facebook: facebook.com/Florida.Orthopaedic.Institute.

Jul 11
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Florida Surgeons Seek to Spark Change in the Healthcare Industry

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Dr. Mark Frankle, M.D. and Dr. Steven Lyons, M.D. Discuss Healthcare Legislature before Congress on Capitol Hill

Tampa, FL – Jul. 11, 2019 – During the 2019 American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) National Orthopaedic Leadership Conference (NOLC), orthopedic surgeons from across the country arrived on Capitol Hill to motivate Congress to support the Hospital Competition Act of 2019 (H.R. 506) and the Competitive Health Insurance Reform Act of 2019 (H.R. 1418, S.35).

Florida Orthopaedic Institute’s Dr. Mark Frankle, M.D. and Dr. Steven Lyons, M.D. were two of over 300 surgeons that met with congressional representatives last month to voice their support of the legislative bills that are slated to improve the overall care of their patients. The two were met by fellow Floridian, Val Demings, a United States Representative from Florida’s 10th congressional district, who talked with them at length about solving the problems currently within the healthcare system.

The Hospital Competition Act of 2019 seeks to increase the amount of choice and access patients have to healthcare by lifting the restrictions on physician-owned hospitals, discouraging the merging of hospitals and increasing price transparency among others.

The Competitive Health Insurance Reform Act of 2019 aims to provide more transparency and oversight into the healthcare industry by ensuring that federal antitrust laws also apply to the health insurance business.

Also supported on Capitol Hill was the Protecting People from Surprise Medical Bills Act. This bill seeks to provide patients with a means to overcome ‘surprise’ medical bills. Unexpected billing not only impacts cost on the patient’s end, but also affects the relationship between the patient and the physician.

Orthopaedic surgeons from across the country, including your physicians at Florida Orthopaedic Institute seek to ensure the greatest of outcomes for their patients. In supporting these bills, the satisfaction rate among patients only has potential to increase.

To view previous announcements, please follow this link.

Florida Orthopaedic Institute

Founded in 1989, Florida Orthopaedic Institute is Florida’s largest orthopedic group and provides expertise and treatment of orthopedic-related injuries and conditions, including adult reconstruction and arthritis, chiropractic services, foot and ankle, general orthopedics, hand and wrist, interventional spine, musculoskeletal oncology, orthopedic trauma, physical medicine and rehabilitation, physical and occupational therapy, sports medicine, shoulder and elbow, spine and chiropractic services, among others. The organization treats patients throughout its surgery centers in North Tampa and Citrus Park, two orthopaedic urgent care centers in South Tampa and Brandon, and 9 office locations in Bloomingdale, Brandon, Citrus Park, North Tampa, Northdale, Palm Harbor, South Tampa, Sun City Center and Wesley Chapel. For more information, please visit: FloridaOrtho.com and ‘like’ us on Facebook: facebook.com/Florida.Orthopaedic.Institute. 

Jun 27
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Dr. Donna Saatman retires from practicing with Florida Orthopaedic Institute

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On June 28th, 2019 Dr. Donna Saatman retired from practicing with Florida Orthopaedic Institute.

Patients, referring physicians and employees thank her for years of dedication, providing the highest quality care for patients.

After graduating as the first female resident from the University of South Florida’s neurosurgery program, Dr. Saatman provided unsurpassed patient care for 10 years at a private clinic in Brandon, Florida, where she served as president and chief neurosurgeon before joining Florida Orthopaedic Institute in 2014.

As an expert in the field of neurosurgery, Dr. Saatman has delivered numerous local and national lectures, attended clinical courses to expand her areas of expertise and participates in the American Board of Neurological Surgery Maintenance of Certification program.

In addition to her daily practice, she served on several medical advisory boards and participated in two national clinical outcomes trials.

May 07
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Amputees

Amputees Information – The Reconstructive Limb Loss Clinic at FOI

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Florida Orthopaedic Institute announces a dedicated clinic for patients with upper and lower amputation, providing information for amputees – The Reconstructive Limb Loss Clinic at FOI.

The Clinic is ideal and best suited for patients experiencing pain due to neuroma or phantom limb pain, unable to wear a prosthetic, unable to function and other amputee concerns.  

Individuals with amputations face many daily challenges that can significantly affect their lives, including general health, wellness, mobility, independence and more. The Reconstructive Limb Loss Clinic at FOI helps amputees by offering patients a multidisciplinary approach to the latest surgical innovations and technology to help them restore maximum limb performance and live life to the fullest.

The Reconstructive Limb Loss Clinic at FOI is led by surgeon Dr. Jason Nydick, a Florida native who was born and raised in Sarasota. After receiving his upper extremity fellowship with Florida Orthopaedic Institute, he dedicated his years from 2011-2014 to serving in the United States Navy at Pensacola Naval Hospital, including deployment to Kandahar Multinational Role 3 Combat Hospital in Afghanistan.

Reconstructive Limb Loss Clinic at FOI includes several healthcare providers attending each monthly clinic. New reconstructive procedures and technology are available for patients with upper and lower amputations. Cutting-edge techniques and surgeries include targeted muscle reinnervation.

Targeted Muscle Reinnervation (TMR) brings amputees relief and helps them get back to their daily lives. TMR was initially developed to work with new technology in bio-prosthetic limbs, but surgeons noticed that amputees who had TMR surgery also reported a significant reduction in both neuroma and phantom limb pain.

The Reconstructive Limb Loss Clinic at FOI coordinates with local and regional prosthetists and utilizes the most advanced myoelectric prostheses available. Physical therapists, occupational therapists, pain management specialists, and psychologists are available to the patient as needed for a comprehensive patient solution.

During the Clinic, patients will receive an initial evaluation by Dr. Nydick to determine if they are a candidate for the procedures and then be able to meet with both a therapist and a prosthetist, all in one appointment. Every medical professional involved in the clinic has been carefully selected for their experience and expertise in working with this patient population. Through a strong partnership with local medical professionals dedicated in achieving a common goal of improving the lives of post-amputee patients, this Clinic offers a truly innovative approach to the Tampa Bay community and its surrounding areas.

The Clinic occurs on the first Tuesday of each month at the main FOI campus, 13020 Telecom Pkwy N., Temple Terrace, FL 33637 FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL ERICA NIEVES AT 813-978-9700, EXTENSION 6265

May 06
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Dr. Gasser & FOI Physicians to Lead FORE Orthopaedic Conference in Clearwater

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Course Director Dr. Seth Gasser and FORE will host an orthopaedic continuing medical education conference in Clearwater this summer, July 26-28, 2019. 

 

This conference is open to physicians, physical therapists, athletic trainers, and other allied healthcare professionals. 

The Foundation for Orthopaedic Research & Education (FORE) is proud to announce that Florida Orthopaedic Institute surgeon Dr. Seth Gasser is once again directing the Orthopaedics for the Primary Care Practitioner & Rehabilitation Therapist course this July. This conference is designed to provide healthcare professionals with the most current diagnostic and treatment options in the orthopaedic sub-specialties. A distinguished faculty, many of whom are FOI physicians, will present recent advances in trauma and fracture fixation, arthritis management, joint reconstruction, treatment of sports-related conditions, spine surgery, hand and upper extremity evaluation and management, and physical therapy. 

Orthopaedics for the Primary Care Practitioner & Rehabilitation Therapist 

July 26-28, 2019
Sandpearl Resort
Clearwater, Florida
Registration Link: https://foreonline.org/gasser-orthocourse-2019

Participants will be given ample time for interactive discussions and opportunities to interact with faculty, plus hands-on workshops. Faculty from FOI that will be presenting at this conference are:

  • Christopher Baker, MD
  • Eddy Echols, MD
  • Timothy Epting, DO
  • Michael Garcia, MD
  • Christopher Grayson, MD
  • Alfred Hess, MD
  • Benjamin Maxson, DO
  • Mark A. Mighell, MD
  • Michael Miranda, DO
  • Jason Nydick, DO
  • Brian Palumbo, MD
  • Ioannis Pappou, MD
  • Donna Saatman, MD
  • Jeff Sellman, MD
  • Anjan Shah, MD
  • John Small, MD
  • Steven Tresser, MD
  • Seung Yi, MD

This 3-day conference features didactic lectures, case presentations, and a hands-on ultrasound and injections workshop. This live continuing education activity is approved for the following:

  • Physicians – 18.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™
  • Athletic trainers – 18.75 Category A hours/CEUs
  • Physical Therapists – 18.75 CE hours

FOI staff receive a $100 discount when registering for the course, by using code FOI100. For registration, agenda, and more course information, please visit https://foreonline.org/gasser-orthocourse-2019