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Sports Medicine Physiatrist
1875 Veteran's Park Drive
Suite 2201
Naples, FL
34109
Top reviews
We always go to Dr. Bayes for his opinion and start our care there. We appreciate his input of knowledge and guidance. Thanks for all you do. Also, while doing it quickly for us!
Dr. Bayes and his staff are fantastic to work with. All staff is Professional and are exceptional people. Thank you Dr. Bayes.
As a nationally recognized sports medicine physician and regenerative orthopedic specialist, Luga Podesta, MD helps to restore a better quality of life for patients of all ages at Bluetail Medical Group in the Naples, Florida office. For more than 25 years, Dr. Podesta has been treating patients from diverse backgrounds, including athletes, musicians, and weekend warriors, helping them safely heal and return to the activities they love. He specializes in the nonsurgical treatment of orthopedic and musculoskeletal injuries.
Rated as a Top Doctor by Castle Connolly in 2017, Dr. Podesta offers his wealth of knowledge and experience for those with shoulder, elbow, knee, and spinal injuries. He is also considered a pioneer in the field of regenerative medicine, an area of the medical field that holds the potential to repair damaged tissue fully without invasive surgical procedures.
Dr. Podesta earned his medical degree from the Autonomous University of Guadalajara and the New York Medical College. He went on to complete his residency in physical medicine & rehabilitation (PM&R) at St. Vincent’s Medical Center of New York City. He finished his post-doctorate sports medicine fellowship at Staten Island Orthopedic Sports Medicine Fellowship, Staten Island, New York, Thousand Oaks, and the renowned Kerlan-Jobe Orthopedic Clinic in Los Angeles.
With board certifications in sports medicine and physical medicine and rehabilitation, Dr. Podesta continues his work as a dedicated physician, educator, author, and lecturer around the world. He serves as a consultant for the U.S. Open Tennis Tournament, Major League Baseball umpires, and World Baseball Classic. He is also a sports performance consultant to Cirque Du Soleil-Iris.
In the past, Dr. Podesta served as a medical director, physician, and consultant for numerous Los Angeles semi-professional and professional sports teams, including the Los Angeles Lakers. He is also a contributing writer for DRUM! Magazine regarding health-related topics for percussionists and performing artists.
Arthritis
Back Pain
Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate (BMAC)
Concussions
Facial Rejuvenation
Hair Restoration
Hand/Wrist Pain
Hip Pain
Knee Pain
Ligament Injuries
Neck Pain
PRP Therapy
Plantar Fasciitis
Prolotherapy
Regenerative Cellular Therapy
Regenerative Medicine
Rotator Cuff Tears & Injuries
Sexual Wellness for Men
Sexual Wellness for Women
Sports Medicine
Sprains & Strains
Locations (2)
Bluetail Medical Group
1875 Veteran's Park Drive
Suite 2201
Naples, FL, 34109
Bluetail Medical Group
101 Hodencamp Rd
Suite 102
Thousand Oaks, CA, 91360
More About Dr. Luga Podesta, MD
Practice
Specialties
NPI Number
1184680084
Provider's Gender
Male
Reviews
We always go to Dr. Bayes for his opinion and start our care there. We appreciate his input of knowledge and guidance. Thanks for all you do. Also, while doing it quickly for us!
Was very impressed with my visit. Very knowledgeable & caring. Reviewed health history, asked question, listened to issue & addressed problem
Great staff and Dr. Bayes is excellent.
Nice and efficient staff.
Great , thorough care !
Very knowledgeable, thorough examination, staff is fantastic overall great experience
Excellent! Dr Bayes is very patient and explains everything very clearly.
Dr. Bayes and his staff are fantastic to work with. All staff is Professional and are exceptional people. Thank you Dr. Bayes.
Dr. Bayes fixed my left rotator cuff in 2018 and now has fixed the right yesterday. He takes his time to let you know every step of the way what is going on in your body and what to expect when he does the procedure and I was pleasantly surprised that the shot didn’t hurt at all. He is the best and his staff, all of the staff is quite pleasant.
We had a great discussion relating to my issues. He gave me a thorough explanation of why and what could potentially relieve my pain. I appreciated his and the staff’s professionalism. I found my new doctor.
I have been here before after being told I needed a knee replaced. Dr Bays did a stem cell injection in my knee. That was 4 years ago and the knee is fine. At that time he also injected my elbow because I had ‘tennis elbow’. The elbow is fine too Looking forward to seeing what he can do for my Achilles tendon tear and releaving pain in my hip.
I’ve worked with Dr. Bayes for personal reasons and most recently for my son who is a high school athlete. Dr. Bayes has equipment available to best diagnosis any injuries while providing expert guidance towards recovery. I’d highly recommend Dr. Bayes and his team.
Professional doctor.
I've been an RN for 29 years. I went to see him for the first time yesterday. He is a wonderful doctor! I was very impressed
I already did yesterday.
My experience with Dr. Bayes is 10+ His actitud , his experience for so many years . In my case I have been going to him for the last 12 years. I don’t change my Dr. for anybody else. He is a complete gentleman to treat people. I suggest a lot of people to go to him and you will not regret it.
Absolutely wonderful. Takes the time to sit and talk with you, answers all questions, extremely professional and knowledgeable! Would absolutely recommend Dr. Bayes to anyone seeking regenerative options!
Dr. Bayes is always personal and easy to get into see him. I’ve gone to him for several issues and have always been satisfied.
Fantastic ! From walking in to receptionist smile , then the nurses all the way to Dr.Bayes I highly recommend them .
Outstanding
I have been seeing Dr. Bayes for about 2 years. I have had 2 PRP/stem cell treatments— both providing me relief and being successful in a better quality of life. Dr. Bayes is compassionate and recommends other outside medical services, if needed.
Dr. Luga came up with new treatment solutions for my hand arthritis and cervical disk damage conditions. His knowledge comes from training & working with top doctors (Kerlan-Job Orthopedic Clinic) and athletes in Los Angeles, CA. In addition, he shows care and has a friendly demeanor.
Dr. Bayes and his team were very professional and clearly explained the issues I am experiencing.
Dr. Bayes has best bedside manner I have ever experienced. I have had great outcome with his skills in performing BMAC and PRP treatments for arthritis in knees in 2022 as an alternative to knee replacements. Waiting to see results from most recent PRP treatment for shoulder tear and booster for arthritis in knees.
I called to get an appointment because I thought I had a broken bone. We’ve had a negative experience at other places, so I was hoping to skip them and go right to Dr. Bayes. They got me in same day and sent me on my way. Didn’t push expensive medical equipment on me; showed me a cost-effective way to deal with my issue. Have seen Dr. Bayes as needed since 2018. Great guy.
I'm a repeat patient. I trust and respect Dr. Bayes and have great comfort in knowing my care is in the best hands.
Great from the moment I walked into the door. From reception to the egg, everyone was courteous and pissed a great sense of humor. Dr. Bayes, as usual, is amazing. Thorough, thoughtful and a good listener, I shrewdly recommended my sister who is experiencing rotator cuff problems
Dr Matt Bates is a very gentle doctor and I hardly feel his shots or when he removes fluid from my knees. I hardly felt the stem cell surgery on both of my knees.
Everyone was very nice and professional!!
On time, very nice and very informative. Spent extra time explaining things. I would definitely recommend Dr. Bayes.
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