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.
Dentist 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.
Dermatologist 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.
Family Physician 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.
OB-GYN 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.
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.
Pediatrician 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.
Physical Therapist 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.
Podiatrist 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.
Psychiatrist 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.
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
John B. Fuller, MD is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon who provides complete orthopaedic care to people of all ages in New Port Richey, Florida, and throughout Pasco County. Dr. Fuller specializes in hand and upper extremity surgery. People across the Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Clearwater metropolitan areas visit the practice for treatment of various health problems, including arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, fractures, hand injuries, and joint pain.
After completing an evaluation, Dr. Fuller lays out potential treatment options and gives an in-depth explanation of the pros and cons of each option, allowing patients to make well-informed decisions. He can also review alternative treatment strategies that patients present and offer an opinion on their likely efficacy. When possible, the team treats these and other issues using a minimally invasive approach. Dr. Fuller is trained in a wide array of orthopaedic procedures, including arthroplasty (joint replacement), arthroscopy, joint fusion, vascular repair, nerve repair, and advanced reconstructive techniques.
Dr. Fuller attended medical school at the University of Central Florida College of Medicine, where he served as a peer academic mentor. After graduating from medical school, Dr. Fuller attended a combined military/civilian orthopaedic residency program at William Beaumont Army Medical Center and University Medical Center in El Paso, TX. This is the only combined military/civilian program in the country and it provided a unique opportunity to train alongside many military orthopaedic surgeons. In military orthopaedic training, it is a learning priority to be able to stabilize complex, diverse trauma in austere conditions where a minimum of specialized equipment is available. Dr. Fuller is confident in thinking through uniquely complex problems and finding creative solutions that will meet your needs.
During medical school, Dr. Fuller became particularly interested in the intricate anatomy and function of the hand. Throughout residency, Dr. Fuller’s interest grew and he learned the importance of effective hand function in patient’s professions, recreational activities, and activities of daily living. This motivated Dr. Fuller to attend hand fellowship at the University of New Mexico. In addition to covering the full spectrum of upper extremity pathology, this fellowship puts special emphasis on microsurgical procedures such as nerve repairs, vascular repairs, and flap coverage procedures.
Dr. Fuller is a Florida native who was born and raised in St. Augustine. During his personal time, Dr. Fuller enjoys spending time with his wife Lindsey, son Elijah, and daughter Imogene. He is an avid outdoorsman and achieved the rank of Eagle Scout in his youth. He pursues many activities that build self-reliance, including wilderness survival, martial arts, and homesteading. He looks forward to serving the Gulf Coast area for many years to come!
Call the office of John B. Fuller, MD, today to schedule a new patient appointment, or book your visit online.
Dr. Peter Candelora serves the New Port Richey, Florida, community as the founder of Coastal Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine. He specializes in joint arthroplasty including minimally invasive procedures for both hip and knee replacements. He and his staff strive to stay at the forefront of orthopaedic technology to offer their patients the most current surgical innovations.
At Coastal Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, Dr. Candelora has been practicing orthopaedic surgery in the area since 1989. Prior to opening the practice, he was the Chief of Surgery at both North Bay Hospital and New Port Richey Community Hospital
He started his medical career in his home state of Pennsylvania with concurrent Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in Biology at Bucknell University. After graduation he was accepted to the prestigious Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana to study medicine.
Once completing medical school, Dr. Candelora remained at Tulane for his residency in orthopaedic surgery. He then moved west for specialty training at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) affiliated Rancho Los Amigos Hospital in Los Angeles. He then returned to the South for additional education in sports medicine at Hughston Sports Medicine Clinic in Columbus, Georgia. Dr. Candelora is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, a member of the Florida Orthopedic Association, the Florida Medical Society, the Pasco Medical Society, the Hughston Society, and Tulane’s Caldwell Society. The chief goal of Dr. Candelora and Coastal Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine is to “remain at the forefront of proven and accepted surgical innovations.”
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.
Mark Nicholas Perenich, DO, is an accomplished, board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon at the Spine Institute of Florida, formerly Tampa Back Institute, with locations in Crystal River, Dade City, Spring Hill, and Tampa, Florida.
Specializing in minimally invasive spine surgery techniques, Dr. Perenich obtained his medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Pennsylvania. Later, he completed his residency in Orthopedic Surgery at the Largo Medical Center in Florida. He then completed a fellowship in Spine Surgery at the prestigious Texas Back Institute.
Dr. Perenich is passionate about treating patients with spine-related conditions and is dedicated to providing the highest quality of care. He is known for his expertise in minimally invasive techniques, which help to reduce pain, minimize scarring, and shorten recovery times.
A member of several professional organizations, including the AOA Board of Orthopedic Surgery and the American Osteopathic Association, Dr. Perenich has authored several publications and presentations related to spine surgery and is committed to staying at the forefront of advancements in his field.
When not in the operating room, Dr. Perenich enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, and participating in outdoor activities such as wake surfing and boating.
Ashley Perenich is a highly skilled Physician Assistant at the Spine Institute of Florida, where she works closely with Dr. Nicholas Perenich and the rest of the surgical team to provide exceptional care to patients. Ashley earned her Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies from University of South Florida’s Morsani College of Medicine and has since specialized in orthopedics and spine surgery.
As a Physician Assistant, Ashley is responsible for performing physical exams, diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and assisting in surgical procedures. She is passionate about helping patients understand their condition and treatment options, and works closely with them to develop personalized treatment plans that meet their unique needs.
Ashley is a member of several professional organizations, including the Florida Academy of Physician Assistants and the American Academy of Physician Assistants. She is committed to staying up-to-date on the latest advancements in her field through continuing education and attending conferences and seminars.
In her free time, Ashley enjoys traveling, yoga, wakesurfing, and spending time with her husband, Dr. Nicholas Perenich, and their family.