MAY 2025

Tips for Gardening Smart



At NFBJS, we frequently see patients with gardening-related injuries that affect the hands, upper extremities, shoulders, and knees. Whether you're a weekend hobbyist or an avid gardener, our orthopaedic experts want you to stay injury-free while enjoying your time outdoors. To learn more, click below to read our latest blog post.

Arthritis Resources


Our expert orthopaedic specialists are dedicated to providing comprehensive care and educational resources to help patients effectively manage arthritis. To support those affected and in recognition of Arthritis Awareness Month, we curated a list of resources filled with expert guidance and practical tips. Click the button below to begin reading the blog post article.

Dr. Ahmed Presents on Exogen Bone Stimulator in Charlotte


Dr. Sonya Ahmed was back on the road again late last month, this time traveling to Charlotte, North Carolina, to give her presentation on "Exogen Bone Stimulator and Its Indications and Usages."


Our physicians are sought-after experts on the latest technological advancements in orthopaedic care.

Dr. O'Grady Participates in Fellowship Forums & Attends AANA Annual Conference


Earlier this month, Dr. Chris O’Grady participated in the Arthrex Sports Medicine Fellowship Forums held in Naples. During the three-day event, he served as a Faculty Member for the Knee, Shoulder, Anatomic Total Shoulder Arthroplasty and Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty and Proximal Humerus Fracture Treatment ArthroLab Sessions. He was also a Panelist for the Shoulder Arthroplasty ShowCase Session and the Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty and Anatomic Shoulder Arthroplasty Case Panels and Discussions. Dr. O’Grady also served as a Planning Coach for the Pre-operative Planning Live with the Virtual Implant Positioning™ (VIP™) System session and presented “OR Set-up and Tips for Efficiency in Shoulder Arthroplasty Surgery.”


In mid-May, Dr. O’Grady joined colleagues from the Andrews Institute for Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine in Washington, DC, for the Arthroscopy Association of North America’s AANA25 Conference. The event allowed attendees to stay current on the latest minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery techniques.

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.

ACUTE ORTHOPAEDIC INJURY CARE

Expert Care 24/7, 365


Our Hurt! partnership provides patients 24/7 access to expert care for acute orthopaedic injuries 365 days a year! Access Hurt! on your desktop via the web or download the app! Learn more or register for a free account today. Click the button below to begin!

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.

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