DR. Stuart Goldsmith, MD
General Orthopaedic Surgery
Dr. Stuart Goldsmith is an orthopaedic surgeon with over 30 years’ experience treating orthopaedic injuries in the Tampa Bay Area. He earned his undergraduate degree while attending the University of Cincinnati. He pursued his medical degree at the Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara. Upon graduation, he continued his medical education and training gaining valuable experience through externship programs with Jewish Memorial Hospital and the Veterans Administration Hospital. He completed his residency training at the University of Florida.
DR. Scott Goldsmith, MD
Total Hip & Knee Replacement Specialist and General Orthopaedic Surgery
Dr. Scott Goldsmith is a practicing orthopaedic surgeon and president of the Orthopaedic Medical Group. He was born in New Jersey but moved to Tampa at an early age, where his father began the Orthopaedic Medical Group in Brandon. Dr. Goldsmith attended the University of Michigan and graduated with a bachelor of sciences degree as a biology major. He continued his education at the Finch University of Health Sciences where he successfully completed his Master’s degree in applied physiology. Dr. Goldsmith then entered The Chicago Medical School and graduated with his medical degree in 2001.
DR. Edward Becker, MD
Subspecialty Certified Sports Medicine Specialist and General Orthopaedic Surgeon
Dr. Edward H. Becker is a Baltimore native who graduated Summa Cum Laude and first in his class with a degree in biological sciences from University of Maryland, Baltimore County. He continued his education at the University of Maryland School of Medicine where he received multiple awards for academics and was elected president of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. It was during medical school that Dr. Becker decided to pursue a career in Sports Medicine. After medical school, Dr. Becker continued his training as a resident in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Maryland Medical Center and R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center and Fellowship in sports medicine at the Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic in Los Angeles, CA.
Dr. Becker is one of few surgeons who is subspecialty certified as a sports medicine expert. He specializes in procedures for both adult and pediatric populations. Procedures include, but are not limited to, arthroscopic knee and shoulder procedures, anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACL reconstruction), rotator cuff repair, labral repair, posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (PCL reconstruction), knee ligament repair/reconstruction, cartilage restoration procedures, meniscal repair, subchondroplasty techniques…
DR. Jeffrey Watson, MD
Sports Medicine and General Orthopaedic Surgery
Dr. Jeff Watson is an orthopaedic surgeon who attended the United States Air Force Academy where he was the top graduate from his squadron and graduated with military distinction. While at the Academy he held the top squadron leadership position each year, and completed his tenure as the commander in charge of more than 100 cadets. In addition to being an elite athlete he was one of only seven cadets in his class to obtain maximum scores on strength and endurance fitness tests. He also took a interest in outdoor tactical training and was awarded the Outstanding Instructor for the Air Force Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape (SERE) course.
DR. Bryan Butler, MD
Shoulder & Elbow Specialist and General Orthopaedic Surgery
Dr. R. Bryan Butler is an orthopaedic surgeon with an interest in specialized care for injuries of the Shoulder and Elbow. Originally from California, Dr. Butler attended Northwestern University, from which he obtained a double major in Biological Sciences and Economics, the latter of which he graduated with honors. While at Northwestern, he was a member of the Rowing Team and became Captain of the team in his senior year. He then attended the University of Maryland – School of Medicine, where he was elected to the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Honor Society. After deciding to pursue a career in orthopaedics, he continued his training in Baltimore at the University of Maryland Medical Center and R Adams Cowley Shock…
DR. Adam Jester, MD
Orthopaedic Trauma Surgeon and General Orthopaedic Surgery
Dr. Adam Jester is an orthopaedic trauma surgeon specializing in the care of the critically injured patient. Originally from New Jersey, Dr. Jester performed his undergraduate studies at the University of Richmond, VA, where he obtained a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry as well as a Minor in Leadership at the Jepson School of Leadership Studies.
After graduating with honors in Chemistry, Dr. Jester completed his medical degree at the Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia, PA, where he was active in orthopaedic spine research and was elected into the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Medical Honor Society….
DR. Mark Sando, MD
Sports Medicine and General Orthopaedic Surgery
Dr. Mark Sando is an orthopaedic surgeon and a native of Buffalo, NY. He graduated Summa Cum Laude with a degree in Chemistry from Canisius College. He went on to pursue his medical degree at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine where he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Honor Society.
After medical school, Dr. Sando completed his orthopaedic residency in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Maryland Medical Center and R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center where he worked with many local high school teams and the University of Maryland Terrapins. He also pursued research in shoulder and knee arthroscopy, which led to presentations at national and international meetings. His research into finding a safer arthroscopic portal to utilize during labral repair of the shoulder was recognized with the 2nd place John Joyce Award for Outstanding Research by a Resident/Fellow at the 2015 ISAKOS Biennial Meeting in Lyon, France…
DR. Christopher Donaldson, MD
Shoulder & Elbow Specialist and General Orthopaedic Surgery
Dr. Christopher T. Donaldson is a general orthopedic surgeon specializing in arthroscopic and open repair, reconstruction and revision of simple and complex shoulder & elbow conditions. A Johnstown, Pennsylvania native, Dr. Donaldson completed his medical doctorate at Penn State’s College of Medicine followed by a year of orthopedic research at the University of Maryland. He then remained at the University of Maryland and the prestigious R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center where he completed his orthopedic surgery training, having been honored nationally with awards from the prestigious Hip and Knee Societies; and regionally by the Eastern Orthopaedic, Southern Orthopaedic and Maryland Orthopaedic Associations.
Following residency, Dr. Donaldson completed a sports medicine and shoulder reconstruction fellowship at The Ohio State University where he provided team coverage for championship football, men’s ice hockey, wrestling and baseball teams. He…..
DR. Thao Nguyen, MD
Hand, Wrist, & Elbow Specialist and General Orthopaedic Surgery
Dr. Thao Nguyen is an orthopaedic surgeon who specializes in hand, wrist, and elbow disorders and injuries. She is a Maryland native and graduated Magna Cum Laude from The George Washington University with a degree in Anthropology.
She completed her medical degree at the University of Maryland School of Medicine followed by an orthopaedic research year at University of Maryland. She completed her orthopaedic residency at the University of Maryland Medical Center and renowned R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center. There…
DR. Patrick Donovan, DPM
Foot & Ankle Specialist
Dr. Patrick Donovan is a podiatric surgeon specializing in ailments of the foot and ankle. He is a native of the Tampa Bay area and graduated from the University of Central Florida with an undergraduate degree in biology, minoring in molecular biology and microbiology. He received his doctorate degree from the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia, PA.
Following his graduation, he completed a podiatric medicine and surgery residency at the University of Florida Health hospital in Jacksonville, FL, the region’s only adult and pediatric Level I trauma center. Dr. Donovan’s training specialized in foot and ankle trauma, limb salvage, forefoot and rear foot reconstruction, minimally invasive surgery, arthroscopy and tendoscopy. He was involved in several research projects…
DR. WILLIAM "TREY" SHIELD, MD
Total Hip & Knee Replacement Specialist and General Orthopaedic Surgery
Dr. William “Trey” Shield is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon joining Orthopaedic Medical Group this year. He is a native of the metro Detroit area and attended the University of Michigan Honors College and graduated with a bachelor of science in microbiology. He then worked at the National Cancer Institute as a research fellow for two years prior to returning to the University of Michigan to complete medical school in 2015.
Following medical school he then completed a 5-year orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of Maryland and R. Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center in Baltimore, Maryland where he served as academic chief resident. During residency he was awarded the senior research award and has published peer-reviewed journal articles in the field of joint replacement. While in residency Dr. Shield became interested in joint reconstruction and chose to pursue an additional year of specialized training in the field…
Dr. Germanuel Landfair, MD, MS
Total Hip & Knee Replacement Specialist and General Orthopaedic Surgery
Dr. Germanuel Landfair was born and raised in Michigan where he grew up playing sports and video games. During high school he was actively involved in the Marine Corps JROTC program which spring boarded him to enlisting in the Marine Corps directly out of high school. Dr. Landfair attained the rank of Sergeant during his 5 years as he served as a CH-46E helicopter airframes, hydraulics, flight controls, and landing gear mechanic and quality assurance representative. During that time he was exposed to many different cultures while overseas and this is primarily where his sincere appreciation and empathy for people from all walks of life was fostered.
After his honorable discharge, Dr. Landfair worked full time as a personal trainer while attending community college until he was accepted into the University of Michigan where he obtained his Bachelors degree in Movement Science. He was accepted into the University of Michigan Medical School and during his time in medical school he also obtained his Masters of Science in Clinical Research while studying the detrimental influence of smoking on the outcomes of patients with rotator cuff tears…
Dr. Clayton Bauer, MD, PhD
Neurosurgeon
Dr. Clayton Bauer is a neurosurgeon specializing in the management of spine disorders. A native of Florida, Dr. Bauer grew up in the small town of DeLand. He spent a year at Stetson University before completing his undergraduate studies at Wake Forest University earning a Bachelor of Science in Biology as well as minors in chemistry, neuroscience, and psychology. He was the recipient of the Walter S. Flory Service Award and Elton C. Cocke Award for outstanding undergraduate student in biology. He had an early interest in neuroscience and co-authored multiple publications on a variety of topics in the field.
After taking some additional time after graduation to continue his research in neuroscience, Dr. Bauer went on to do a combined medical school (M.D.) and graduate school (Ph.D.) program at the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. While in graduate school, he did extensive research in the field of neuropharmacology as part of his doctorate in Pharmacology and Toxicology before becoming focused on the field of neurosurgery during his medical training. After graduation from medical school, he moved back to Florida to complete his residency in neurosurgery at the University of South Florida. Dr. Bauer underwent 7 years of training in the treatment of both brain and spine disorders – including elective time spent seeking out advanced training in complex spine surgery…
Dr. Nick Sexton, MD
General Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Specialist
Dr. Sexton is an orthopedic sports medicine surgeon specializing in the arthroscopic treatment of shoulder and knee injuries. Originally from Joplin, Missouri, he attended the University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Medicine’s 6-year combined BA/MD program directly after graduating high school. During medical school he participated in the military Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP), becoming a commissioned officer in the United States Army.
Following medical school in 2003, Dr. Sexton completed a 5-year orthopaedic surgery residency at Tripler Army Medical Center in Honolulu, Hawaii. At Tripler, he gained extensive experience treating the elite athlete soldiers, sailors, airmen, and marines of the US military.
Upon completion of residency, he was stationed at Bassett Army Community Hospital, Ft. Wainwright near Fairbanks, Alaska. While at this duty station, Dr. Sexton was deployed with Task Force 115th Combat Support Hospital to the Helmand Province, Afghanistan in support of US and NATO forces. During this deployment, he gained invaluable experience dealing with wartime injuries. After separating from the military…
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