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Old 03-11-2021, 11:41 AM
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Do not be surprised if an orthopedic surgeon will decline to accept you as a patient. Some will only replace, not fix, other doctor's work.

I have no first-hand experience but have a friend who goes here and thinks highly of it: UF Health Comprehensive Spine Center in Gainesville (352) 265-7763. It is an interdisciplinary spinal pain clinic and includes surgeons.

UF Florida also has an orthopedic office near The Villages in Summerfield. Here is the phone number I have: 352-259-5658. After an injury that involved surgery elsewhere I was told UF would see me, whereas, a local orthopedic surgeon declined because "Dr. _______ only does replacements."

Last edited by Carla B; 03-11-2021 at 12:24 PM. Reason: Add phone no. and other info.