JANUARY 2026

Excellence in Every Visit


This week, NFBJS is proud to recognize National Medical Group Practice Week, a time to celebrate the people who make Excellence in Every Visit possible by working together with intention, expertise, and heart in every interaction with every patient. Check out our latest blog that highlights NMGP Week and the philosophy behind Excellence in Every Visit. Click the button to read the post and watch the video.

Top Blogs of 2025



Reflecting on 2025, we’re proud of the educational blog content we shared throughout the year. In celebration, we kicked off the New Year with an article recapping our top 5 most-read blogs for the year. Click the button below to check out the post dedicated to the topics that resonated most with our readers.

24/7, 365 ACCESS POWERED BY HURT!

NFBJS Virtual Access Powered by Hurt!

Hurt! is now available without setting up an account first. Click the link below to get started!


We know injuries don’t follow a schedule, and questions don’t wait for office hours. From sprains and strains to fractures, cuts, burns, and joint pain, expert orthopaedic advice is within reach 24/7, 365. Powered by Hurt!, online or with the app, virtual access is just a click away.


Click the button below to get started!

THE BONE & JOINT BRIEF SERIES

Episode 11: A Season of Impact & Year-End Giving

EPISODE 11: A SEASON OF IMPACT

Episode 12: The Best Blog Posts of 2025

EPISODE 12: BEST OF 2025

Click play to check out our latest episode of The Bone & Joint Brief. While you're there, don't forget to like the episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel!

Hands of Hope Tennis Tournament Registration


Registration is now open for the inaugural ForeHands of Hope Doubles Tennis Tournament on March 20-21 at Shoreline Park in Gulf Breeze. The event will benefit Hands of Hope Medical Mission, established and led by our very own Dr. Steven Kronlage and Dr. Chris O’Grady. Click the button to learn more!

Locate the NFBJS Office That Best Serves You


Looking for the NFBJS location that best serves you? Use our new online search tool to find the location that best serves your needs based on where you are, what type of subspecialist you need or a specific provider! Click the link below to get started.

Dr. Matthew Mai Appointed to ISHA Committee


Congratulations, Dr. Matthew Mai, on his recent appointment to the ISHA - The Hip Preservation Society's Patient Information Committee. As a committee member, Dr. Mai’s involvement will be invaluable in shaping the direction of the organization’s initiatives and helping ensure the continued advancement of hip preservation practices. Click below to learn more about ISHA.

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 is a board-certified and fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in total joint and adult reconstruction of the knee and the hip.

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 orthopaedic surgeons Dr. Erik Nilssen and

Dr. Sonya Ahmed 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.

Facebook  Instagram  YouTube