HIGHER EDUCATION
Institutional
1988, M.D., Temple University School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA
1982, B.A., Lehigh University, Bethlehem, PA: Major – History/Psychology
1977, St. JosephÂ’s Prep, Philadelphia, PA
Certification
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons, July 1997
National Board of Medical Examiners, Diplomat
Licensure
Florida (Practice since 9/94)
Pennsylvania
EXPERIENCE
Academic
Internship: General Surgery, Department of Surgery, Temple University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA, 1988 – 1989
Residency: Orthopaedic Surgery, Temple University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA, 1989 – 1993
Fellowship: Foot and Ankle Surgery, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA
1993 – 1994
Non-Academic:
Team Physician – Ely High School, Pompano Beach, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 1995 – present
Consulting Team Physician – Miami Dolphins, 1995 – present
Consulting Team Physician – Florida Marlins, 1995 – present
Professional
HealthSouth Physicians’ Practice Management Corporation, May 1995 – present
Private Practice, October 1994 – May 1995
Presentations
"Foot Complications following Cerebrovascular Accidents", R. Mills, Orthopedic Conferences, Harrisburg, PA
"Orthopedic Trauma and Management", Temple Trauma/Orthopedic Nurses Seminar, Temple University Hospital
"Glycolysis and Gluconeogenesis, Biochemical Study", Summer Enrichment and Retention Course, Temple University School of Medicine
"Treatment of Chronic Achilles Tendon Ruptures", University of Miami, 1997
"Pathophysiology of the Diabetic Foot", North Ridge Wound Care & Limb Preservation Center, 1997
"CharcotÂ’s Foot, Current Concepts in Wound Care", North Ridge Wound Care & Limb Preservation Center, 1996
"Diagnosis, Pathophysiology and Treatment of the Charcot Foot", 1996
"The Diabetic Foot", Orthopedic Grand Rounds, Temple University Hospital, 1993
"Scoliosis, Diagnosis & Treatment", Clinical Nursing Rounds, St. ChristopherÂ’s Hospital for Children, 1992
"Bone and Cartilage Tumors", Orthopedic Grand Rounds, Temple University Hospital, 1992
"Epidemiology & Biostatistics in Orthopedics", Orthopedic Grand Rounds, Temple University Hospital, 1991
Research Experience
1997, Student Laboratory Assistant, Laboratory of Dr. D. Godleski, Department of Pathology,
Medical College of Pennsylvania
Research Projects
Evaluation of Bracing vs. Taping for Lateral Ankle Instability, 1994: Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Long term Follow-up, Metatarsus Adductus vs. Skewfoot, 1980: ShrinerÂ’s Hospital for Crippled Children
Publications
Complications of Lesser Toe Surgery, Chapter, M. Mizel – in progress
"Reconstruction of Neglected Achilles Tendon Injury", Orthopedic Clinics of North America, 1995
Professional Societies
Diplomate, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery
Medical Society of Eastern Pennsylvania
Philadelphia Orthopedic Society
American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society
Broward County Medical Association
Florida Medical Association
Southern Medical Association
Broward Orthopedic Society
Ft. Lauderdale Surgical Society
Florida Orthopedic Society
Honors and Awards
1977 National Honor Society
1980 Recipient, Alumni Athletic Scholarship
1984 President, Temple University Medical School – Class of 1988
1985 President, Temple University Medical School – Class of 1988
1986 President, Temple University Medical School – Class of 1988
1986 Outstanding Afro-American Medical Student Award
1986 Community Service Award
1987 President, Temple University Medical School – Class of 1988
Committees
Alumni Board of Trustees, Temple University School of Medicine
Executive Council, Temple University School of Medicine
Student National Medical Association, Dean of Student Selection Task Force
North Ridge Wound Care & Limb Preservation Center
North Ridge Hospital Institutional Review Board
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Education Background
RESIDENCY
Temple University Health System
MEDICAL SCHOOL
Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University - 1988
Languages Spoken
Spanish
English
Location & Hours
Holy Cross Orthopedic Institute Fort Lauderdale Practice
5597 N DIXIE HWY FL 2, Oakland Park, FL 33334
Mon:9:00 am - 5:00 pm Tue:9:00 am - 5:00 pm Wed:9:00 am - 5:00 pm Thu:9:00 am - 5:00 pm Fri:9:00 am - 5:00 pm Sat:Closed Sun:Closed
Specialties Treated
Foot & Ankle Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Conditions Addressed
Intervertebral Disc Degeneration
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Osteomyelitis
Spinal Stenosis
Osteoarthritis
Lateral Epicondylitis
Bunions
Osteoporosis
Fractures, Dislocations, Derangement, and Sprains
Plantar Fasciitis
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Procedures Performed
Lower Leg/Ankle Fractures and Dislocations
Physical Therapy
Bunion Surgery
Occupational Therapy Evaluation
Lower Leg/Ankle Fractures and Dislocations
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Insurance Accepted
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