OsteoarthritisofHand near Tarpon Springs, FL

Care Philosophy: As a Medical Doctor and Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Mates Utilizes evidence based medicine as the standard of care in his practice to provide patients with sound, tested treatment protocols. He strives to provide quality, value - based, patient - focused care through educating and guiding his patients. He understands the patients time is valuable and he will make every effort to maximize the patients comfort and convenience throughout the encounter.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Cook joined our Center in August 2006. She completed fellowship in adult reconstruction and sports medicine at Insall Scott Kelly Institute in New York City. Dr. Cook specializes in minimally invasive surgery. She is also a member of the Arthroscopy Association of North America. Dr. Cook's areas of expertise includes knee and hip replacements, arthrocospy of the knee and shoulder, ligament reconstruction, cartilage restoration, and fracture management.

Care Philosophy: Patients First. Compassionate Care.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Candelora founded the orthopaedic practice in 1991. He has developed special interests in total joint arthroplasty including the new minimally invasive total hip and knee replacements, reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of various shoulder and knee disorders. With the ongoing and rapid advancement of orthopaedic technology, our goal is to stay in the forefront of proven and accepted surgical innovations.

Biography: Dr. Mohamad Jibawi, MD pursued his education in Medicine at Waubonsee College, Illinois and St. Matthews University School of Medicine, Cayman Islands. He completed his residency in Family Medicine from LSU Family Medicine Ochsner Medical Center in Kenner, Louisiana. He holds several certifications and courses such as ACLS (AHA), PALS (AHA) and is Board eligible. Dr. Mohamad Jibawi joined AccessHealth Care in July 2016. He has several awards to his credit including the Intern of the Year award at Interim LSU Hospital and the Women's Health Award (2013-14) at LSU Health Science Center. Dr. Jibawi enjoys various sports such as Football, Basketball and volleyball. He also likes to go fishing in the summers. He is fluent in English and Arabic.