AUGUST 2026

Welcome, Dr. Jack Wilson 



Meet our newest provider at NFBJS - Dr. Jack Wilson. Dr. Wilson is a fellowship-trained Orthopaedic Surgeon who brings advanced expertise in adult reconstruction, primary and revision hip and knee replacement, anterior hip replacement, minimally invasive joint replacement, selective robotic-assisted joint replacement and fracture care. He will begin seeing patients on Sept. 1.


Click the button to begin reading the article and learn more about his qualifications, experience and clinical interests.

Carpal Tunnel Surgery or Injections: Which Comes First?


If you've been diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome, you may assume that treatment follows a predictable path: brace, a corticosteroid injection and then on to surgery only after those options stop working. However, in our latest blog post, our fellowship-trained Orthopaedic Hand Surgeons, Dr. Steven Kronlage, Dr. Alex Coleman and Dr. James Piorkowski, discuss why reconsidering the progression of that path may be beneficial. Click the button to read the full article on our blog.

THE BONE & JOINT BRIEF SERIES

Bone & Joint Brief | Episode 24: Why It Feels Like You're Walking on a Pebble
Bone & Joint Brief | Episode 25: Which Comes First? Carpal Tunnel Surgery or Injections

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Dill Dinkers Partnership


NFBJS is proud to be the exclusive orthopaedic and sports medicine partner for the new Dill Dinkers indoor pickleball facility in Gulf Breeze. Slated to open in October 2026, NFBJS will support Dill Dinkers members with a state-of-the-art on-site “Ready Room” for warming up and recovering, as well as educational content featuring expert guidance and interactive opportunities with our specialists. Members will also receive expedited scheduling with NFBJS providers and 24/7 virtual access powered by the Hurt! app and desktop service. Additional member-exclusive benefits and opportunities will be announced during the Dill Dinkers grand opening festivities.

NFBJS Virtual Access Powered by Hurt!

Labor Day Closure &

24/7, 365 Virtual Access



All North Florida Bone & Joint Specialists office locations will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of the Labor Day holiday. We will reopen for regular business hours on Tuesday, September 8.


Even though our offices will be closed, we still make expert orthopedic advice available 24/7, 365 days a year. From sprains and strains to fractures, cuts, burns and joint pain, virtual access powered by Hurt! is just a click away on the app or desktop.


Hurt! is free to use, and registration is not required. Click the button to learn more or get started!

Plantar Fibromatosis Treatment Study Participants Needed


This study is aiming to evaluate different injection treatments to treat plantar fibromatosis. To be included in this study, patients must reside in the state of Florida, be clinically diagnosed with 1 plantar fibroma, and be available to attend 5 in-person visits to the Andrews Institute in Gulf Breeze, FL. Compensation to the participant will be provided. Please contact a clinical research coordinator at 850.610.0423 or 850.679.5542.

MEET OUR EXPERT SPECIALISTS

North Florida Bone & Joint Specialists includes highly trained orthopaedic surgeons with subspecialties covering the upper extremities, shoulder, knee, hip, foot and ankle, and general sports medicine physicians.

SPORTS MEDICINE

As experts in their field, Dr. Josh Hackel, Dr. Chris O'Grady, Dr. Roger Ostrander and Dr. Ryan Riggs provide specialized care for a variety of orthopaedic and sports medicine injuries and conditions. 

HAND & UPPER EXTREMITY

Fellowship-trained surgeons

Dr. Steven Kronlage, Dr. Alex Coleman and Dr. Jim Piorkowski provide adult and pediatric patients orthopaedic care for injuries and conditions of the hand and upper extremities.

TOTAL JOINT & ADULT RECONSTRUCTION

Dr. Brett Smith and Dr. Jack Wilson are board-certified and fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeons specializing in total joint and adult reconstruction.

COMPREHENSIVE HIP

Dr. Matthew Mai is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in the treatment of musculoskeletal conditions of the hip, including comprehensive surgical intervention.

FOOT & ANKLE

Fellowship-trained and board-certified orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Erik Nilssen specializes in providing care for all foot and ankle injuries, conditions and disorders.

ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY

Dr. Chris Bookout treats a wide range of musculoskeletal problems, including sports injuries, arthritis, fractures and overuse injuries with the latest nonoperative and operative techniques.

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