Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
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Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
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About Ascend Orthopaedics And Sports Medicine P.A.
Dr. Amun Makani is a Harvard-trained, double board-certified orthopedic surgeon and orthopedic sports medicine specialist. Dr. Makani is an active fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery.
Dr. Makani offers state-of-the-art diagnostics and innovative, personalized care to treat painful orthopaedic issues and sports injuries including complex knee cartilage and ligamentous injuries, shoulder pathology including rotator cuff injuries and advanced arthritis in all major joints.
Dr. Makani graduated Magna Cum Laude from Northwestern University and was inducted into the Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society for his achievement in Biomedical Engineering. Dr. Makani earned his Doctor of Medicine at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago, Illinois.
He was selected as a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society, an honor given to the top of one’s medical school class. He was selected to complete his orthopaedic surgery residency at the ivy league University of Pennsylvania Health System in Philadelphia, the oldest orthopaedic residency in the country.
Following his residency, Dr. Makani completed additional rigorous fellowship training in orthopaedic sports medicine at Harvard Medical School in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Makani also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management.
Dr. Makani has years of experience in clinical and athletic environments. In addition to conventional orthopedic care, he also provides newer modalities including injection treatments to help patients get back to their regular activities quickly. He has also acted as team physician for the NFL’s New England Patriots, MLB’s Boston Red Sox, MLS’ New England Revolution, and several colleges. conventional orthopedic care, he also provides newer modalities including injection treatments to help patients get back to their regular activities quickly
Belongie Orthopedics is a superior orthopedic surgery practice in Clearwater, Florida, founded by board-certified surgeon, Duane Belongie, MD. The practice treats adults of all ages in a pristine, friendly atmosphere and uses the latest technologies and techniques.
Dr. Belongie takes a cutting-edge, patient-centered approach to caring for his patients and uses conservative methods when possible.
As a solo orthopedic practice, Dr. Belongie provides top-quality services with a personalized touch, so patients have plenty of time with him and can rest assured that all their concerns will be addressed with the greatest level of care.
Belongie Orthopedics helps patients struggling with joint pain, back or neck pain, knee problems, rotator cuff injuries, arthritis, tendonitis, and more. Dr. Belongie also treats fractures, carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger, and other musculoskeletal problems.
Dr. Belongie enjoys helping his patients achieve better musculoskeletal functioning and pain-free living. To find out how he can help you, schedule a consultation at Belongie Orthopedics by calling the office or using the online booking feature today.
“I have been a patient of Dr. Belongie's for many years and would never consider another medical professional for my arthritic knees. I have recommended him to many of my friends and they feel the same as I do. The staff always greets me warmly and are happy to answer any questions I have. Wish there were more that just 5 stars for Dr. Belongie and his staff. Love his new office location.”
Dr. Duane Belongie, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon
3131 N. McMullen Booth Road
Clearwater, FL 33761
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Dr. John Hand, MD
Hand Surgeon 1.6 mi
1950 Arlington Street
Suite #111
Sarasota, FL 34239
John Hand, MD is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in care of the upper extremity. He earned his medical degree from the State University of New York Health Science Center at Syracuse. His residency followed at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital. Dr. Hand then completed a fellowship in hand and microsurgery at the University at Buffalo School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences in Western York. He is a member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH), and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS). He is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic surgery (ABOS).
Dr. Hand evaluates and treats disorders from the elbow to the fingertips, simple to complex, in the adolescent and adult population primarily. Each patient is given undivided attention, a thorough explanation of the condition, and instruction on different treatment options. His approach to treating patients has always been one of shared decision making, such that the plan of care aligns with the patient's preferences and values.
Dr. Hand has been recognized by Castle and Connolly as a regional "top doctor” for over fifteen consecutive years. He believes in supporting the greater Sarasota community with educational efforts and volunteerism. Like his partners, Drs. Schofield and Bright, he has been a clinical assistant professor for the Florida State University College of Medicine since 2005. He has also provided volunteer surgical services for the uninsured via the Sarasota Memorial Hospital Community Medical Clinic throughout his career.
Britanny Nichols is a board-certified physician assistant to Dr. Brian Schofield. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Florida in 2010, and received her Master's degree in Physician Assistant studies from the University of Florida College of Medicine in 2013. She is an active member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Florida Academy of Physician Assistants.
Britanny was a ballet dancer from the age of 4, and she has always had an interest in how the body works and what can be done to prevent injury. She has been working for Schofield, Hand and Bright Orthopedics since October 2015 after working several years in the emergency department as a physician assistant. She assists Dr. Schofield in surgical cases, as well as seeing patients in the office for pre-operative and post-operative appointments, as well as seeing new patients for their upper extremity orthopedic needs.
Britanny was born and raised in Sarasota and in her spare time enjoys traveling and spending time with her family and friends.
Orthopaedic surgeon Adam Bright, MD, provides expert services for patients with musculoskeletal diseases and injuries at Schofield, Hand and Bright Orthopaedics in Sarasota, Florida. He specializes in performing custom-guided knee replacement surgeries, which deliver greater accuracy and cause significantly less bleeding than traditional knee replacement procedures.
Dr. Bright attended the University of Miami in Miami, Florida, graduating as a Doctor of Medicine with Research Distinction. He completed his internship in general surgery at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland, followed by an orthopaedic residency at the University of Maryland Medical Center, also in Baltimore.
Board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dr. Bright is a past President of the Florida Orthopedic Society and the Sarasota County Medical Society, an oral examiner with the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery, past Chief of Surgery at Sarasota Memorial Hospital, and served as Chairman of the Membership Committee of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
Dr. Bright is happily married to Dr. Rose Bright, and they have four children. In his spare time, he enjoys competing in triathlons and marathons, as well as mountain biking, sea kayaking, and tennis.
He's also an active volunteer, completing numerous fundraising projects and donating his time and expertise to worthwhile causes such as the Community Clinic at Sarasota Memorial, treating orthopaedic patients who otherwise couldn't afford competent care.
1991-1996 University of Maryland - Orthopaedic Residency, Baltimore, Maryland 1990-1991 Union Memorial Hospital - Internship in General Surgery, Baltimore, Maryland 1986-1990 University of Miami - Doctor of Medicine with Research Distinction. Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honorary.
Board certified orthopaedic surgeon Brian Schofield, MD, is a member of the highly skilled team at Schofield, Hand and Bright Orthopaedics in Sarasota, Florida. He specializes in treating injuries and degenerative diseases of the upper extremity.
Dr. Schofield performs total shoulder arthroplasty (joint replacement) for patients with advanced rotator cuff disease, arthritis, and failed shoulder arthroplasty. He has extensive experience in carrying out this procedure.
Dr. Schofield attended the University of Illinois in Champaign, Illinois, for his undergraduate degree in biology, graduating cum laude with distinction. He completed his medical degree at the University of Illinois College of Medicine, graduating with honors.
Dr. Schofield then moved to Miami, Florida, to matriculate at Jackson Memorial Medical Center - University of Miami’s Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine, where he completed his general surgery internship and orthopaedic surgery residency. His interest in hand and upper extremity surgery developed over this time, so after completing his residency, he pursued a hand and upper extremity fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.
In addition to his academic achievements and considerable experience in private practice, Dr. Schofield has served as consulting team physician for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers from 1996 until 2013. He's been providing the same service for the Baltimore Orioles since 2003. Dr. Schofield is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and is a fellow of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the Arthroscopy Association of North America, and the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine.
Education
1995 - 1996
Upper Extremity/Hand Surgery Fellowship - Mayo Clinic
1991 - 1995
Orthopaedic Surgery Residency - University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Medical Center
1990 - 1991
General Surgery Internship - University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Medical Center
1986 - 1990
M.D., University of Illinois College of Medicine, Graduated With Honors
1982 - 1986
B.S. Biology, University of Illinois - Graduated Cum Laude with Distinction.
Michael Clare, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and foot and ankle surgery specialist at 360 Orthopedics in Sarasota, Venice, and Lakewood Ranch, Florida.
Dr. Clare attended Gustavus Adolphus College in Minnesota where he earned his bachelor’s degree in biology. He then attended the University of Nebraska College of Medicine for his medical degree. He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, followed by a foot and ankle surgery/lower extremity trauma fellowship at Florida Orthopaedic Institute.
Dr. Clare specializes in foot and ankle surgery and lower extremity trauma/reconstruction, including ankle replacement. He served as Assistant Professor at the University of Nebraska, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery from 2002-2005. In 2005 he returned to Tampa to join the Florida Orthopaedic Institute (FOI) where he practiced and served as Director of Fellowship Education, and later Fellowship Director for the FOI Foot and Ankle Fellowship until December 2018.
He returned to his hometown of Lincoln, Nebraska in January 2019, and worked for Nebraska Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine, before returning to Florida to join 360 Orthopedics. He remains Course Director for the Current Solutions in Foot & Ankle Surgery Course held annually in Tampa since 2008. He has presented lectures and research at over 100 meetings and instructional courses, and has published over 70 research articles, book chapters, and abstracts. He has been included on the list of Best Doctors in America since 2011. Dr. Clare is married with three grown children, and is an avid golfer.
Steven M. Page, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist at 360 Orthopedics in Sarasota, Venice, and Lakewood Ranch, Florida. Dr. Page specializes in sports medicine, arthroscopy, and shoulder and knee joint replacements.
Dr. Page earned his Bachelor of Arts in Zoology from Miami University in Florida. He completed his medical degree at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in Ohio, where he was also named valedictorian. He then completed his orthopedic residency at the University of South Carolina, followed by an orthopedic sports medicine fellowship at the renowned UHZ Sports Medicine Institute at the University of Miami.
During his Fellowship, Dr. Page was the team physician for numerous athletes from the Miami Hurricanes, Miami Dolphins, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Locally, he is the sports medicine physician for the Sarasota High School Sailors. Dr. Page treats patients of all ages with an interest in both young and aging athletes. He is trained in the most advanced minimally invasive surgical techniques, however, often uses many nonsurgical treatments including PRP and Stem Cells.
Dr. Page will always discuss all available options with his patients, and treats every patient the way he would treat a family member.
Dr. Page enjoys spending his free time with his wife and two young children. He enjoys beach activities with his children, boating, and is an avid scuba diver.
Jeffrey A. Silverstein, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and hip and knee reconstruction specialist at 360 Orthopedics in Sarasota, Venice, and Lakewood Ranch, Florida. He specializes in general orthopedics and joint replacement.
Dr. Silverstein earned his Bachelor of Science in biology at Indiana University. He then attended medical school at West Virginia University School of Medicine. He completed his orthopedic residency at the University of Illinois/Chicago Medical Center, followed by a hip and knee reconstruction fellowship at Florida Orthopedic Institute.
As an advocate for improving the quality of life for his patients, Dr. Silverstein believes that open communication between physicians and patients is key to successful outcomes. He is trained in the latest techniques for orthopedic care of hip and knee replacements, including direct anterior hip replacements and traumatic fractures. His patients are offered both surgical and non-surgical options. When surgery is necessary, Dr. Silverstein may perform less invasive techniques including muscle-sparing incisions, partial knee replacements, robotic-assisted technology, and custom patient-specific implants.
Dr. Silverstein hails from West Virginia, now living in Florida with his wife and two children. He enjoys staying active with cross-training, cycling, tennis, skiing, golf, and international travel.
Michael Clare, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and foot and ankle surgery specialist at 360 Orthopedics in Sarasota, Venice, and Lakewood Ranch, Florida.
Dr. Clare attended Gustavus Adolphus College in Minnesota where he earned his bachelor’s degree in biology. He then attended the University of Nebraska College of Medicine for his medical degree. He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, followed by a foot and ankle surgery/lower extremity trauma fellowship at Florida Orthopaedic Institute.
Dr. Clare specializes in foot and ankle surgery and lower extremity trauma/reconstruction, including ankle replacement. He served as Assistant Professor at the University of Nebraska, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery from 2002-2005. In 2005 he returned to Tampa to join the Florida Orthopaedic Institute (FOI) where he practiced and served as Director of Fellowship Education, and later Fellowship Director for the FOI Foot and Ankle Fellowship until December 2018.
He returned to his hometown of Lincoln, Nebraska in January 2019, and worked for Nebraska Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine, before returning to Florida to join 360 Orthopedics. He remains Course Director for the Current Solutions in Foot & Ankle Surgery Course held annually in Tampa since 2008. He has presented lectures and research at over 100 meetings and instructional courses, and has published over 70 research articles, book chapters, and abstracts. He has been included on the list of Best Doctors in America since 2011. Dr. Clare is married with three grown children, and is an avid golfer.
Steven M. Page, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist at 360 Orthopedics in Sarasota, Venice, and Lakewood Ranch, Florida. Dr. Page specializes in sports medicine, arthroscopy, and shoulder and knee joint replacements.
Dr. Page earned his Bachelor of Arts in Zoology from Miami University in Florida. He completed his medical degree at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in Ohio, where he was also named valedictorian. He then completed his orthopedic residency at the University of South Carolina, followed by an orthopedic sports medicine fellowship at the renowned UHZ Sports Medicine Institute at the University of Miami.
During his Fellowship, Dr. Page was the team physician for numerous athletes from the Miami Hurricanes, Miami Dolphins, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Locally, he is the sports medicine physician for the Sarasota High School Sailors. Dr. Page treats patients of all ages with an interest in both young and aging athletes. He is trained in the most advanced minimally invasive surgical techniques, however, often uses many nonsurgical treatments including PRP and Stem Cells.
Dr. Page will always discuss all available options with his patients, and treats every patient the way he would treat a family member.
Dr. Page enjoys spending his free time with his wife and two young children. He enjoys beach activities with his children, boating, and is an avid scuba diver.
Jeffrey A. Silverstein, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and hip and knee reconstruction specialist at 360 Orthopedics in Sarasota, Venice, and Lakewood Ranch, Florida. He specializes in general orthopedics and joint replacement.
Dr. Silverstein earned his Bachelor of Science in biology at Indiana University. He then attended medical school at West Virginia University School of Medicine. He completed his orthopedic residency at the University of Illinois/Chicago Medical Center, followed by a hip and knee reconstruction fellowship at Florida Orthopedic Institute.
As an advocate for improving the quality of life for his patients, Dr. Silverstein believes that open communication between physicians and patients is key to successful outcomes. He is trained in the latest techniques for orthopedic care of hip and knee replacements, including direct anterior hip replacements and traumatic fractures. His patients are offered both surgical and non-surgical options. When surgery is necessary, Dr. Silverstein may perform less invasive techniques including muscle-sparing incisions, partial knee replacements, robotic-assisted technology, and custom patient-specific implants.
Dr. Silverstein hails from West Virginia, now living in Florida with his wife and two children. He enjoys staying active with cross-training, cycling, tennis, skiing, golf, and international travel.
Julie Barré, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine provider at 360 Orthopedics in Sarasota, Venice, and Lakewood Ranch, Florida.
Dr. Barré earned her Bachelor of Science in physical education at Florida State University, before earning her Bachelor of Science in physical therapy from Florida A&M University. She then earned her medical degree at the Florida State University College of Medicine. She completed an orthopedic surgery residency at the Medical College of Georgia, followed by a sports medicine fellowship at Hughston Clinic.
Dr Barré specializes in the non-operative and operative treatment of general orthopedic conditions and injuries. During her time in residency and fellowship, Dr Barré acted as team physician for collegiate basketball teams, high school football teams, and a professional hockey team. She was team physician for Orange Park High School football team and organized community-wide free high school physicals in Jacksonville. She served as Chairperson of Orthopedics and has been on the teaching faculty in Orthopedics for Family Practice residents.
A native of Tallahassee, Dr Barré now resides in Sarasota with her husband and two children. Her interests include exercise, golf, cooking, travel, kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, and beach activities with her family. With her background as a former physical therapist, she realizes the importance of a team relationship with her patients and supports open communication to return them to their normal function.
Jeffrey A. Silverstein, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and hip and knee reconstruction specialist at 360 Orthopedics in Sarasota, Venice, and Lakewood Ranch, Florida. He specializes in general orthopedics and joint replacement.
Dr. Silverstein earned his Bachelor of Science in biology at Indiana University. He then attended medical school at West Virginia University School of Medicine. He completed his orthopedic residency at the University of Illinois/Chicago Medical Center, followed by a hip and knee reconstruction fellowship at Florida Orthopedic Institute.
As an advocate for improving the quality of life for his patients, Dr. Silverstein believes that open communication between physicians and patients is key to successful outcomes. He is trained in the latest techniques for orthopedic care of hip and knee replacements, including direct anterior hip replacements and traumatic fractures. His patients are offered both surgical and non-surgical options. When surgery is necessary, Dr. Silverstein may perform less invasive techniques including muscle-sparing incisions, partial knee replacements, robotic-assisted technology, and custom patient-specific implants.
Dr. Silverstein hails from West Virginia, now living in Florida with his wife and two children. He enjoys staying active with cross-training, cycling, tennis, skiing, golf, and international travel.
Michael Clare, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and foot and ankle surgery specialist at 360 Orthopedics in Sarasota, Venice, and Lakewood Ranch, Florida.
Dr. Clare attended Gustavus Adolphus College in Minnesota where he earned his bachelor’s degree in biology. He then attended the University of Nebraska College of Medicine for his medical degree. He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, followed by a foot and ankle surgery/lower extremity trauma fellowship at Florida Orthopaedic Institute.
Dr. Clare specializes in foot and ankle surgery and lower extremity trauma/reconstruction, including ankle replacement. He served as Assistant Professor at the University of Nebraska, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery from 2002-2005. In 2005 he returned to Tampa to join the Florida Orthopaedic Institute (FOI) where he practiced and served as Director of Fellowship Education, and later Fellowship Director for the FOI Foot and Ankle Fellowship until December 2018.
He returned to his hometown of Lincoln, Nebraska in January 2019, and worked for Nebraska Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine, before returning to Florida to join 360 Orthopedics. He remains Course Director for the Current Solutions in Foot & Ankle Surgery Course held annually in Tampa since 2008. He has presented lectures and research at over 100 meetings and instructional courses, and has published over 70 research articles, book chapters, and abstracts. He has been included on the list of Best Doctors in America since 2011. Dr. Clare is married with three grown children, and is an avid golfer.
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