Overview
Dr. Derek Gonzalez is a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon with Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute. He specializes in complex spinal disorders, and his expertise includes:Cervical myelopathySciaticaStenosisDisc herniationRevision spine surgeryFailed spine surgeryScoliosisDr. Gonzalez believes in listening to his patients and collaborating on treatment plans tailored to their specific needs. He uses nonsurgical or minimally invasive techniques whenever possible with the goal of easing pain and restoring function.Dr. Gonzalez’s TrainingDr. Gonzalez earned a bachelor's degree in biological science at the University of Florida in Gainesville, graduating cum laude. He received his medical degree with high honors from Florida International University in Miami and completed an orthopedic surgery residency at Lenox Hill Hospital/Northwell Health in New York, where he was inducted into Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society and served as chief resident in his final year. Dr. Gonzalez also completed a fellowship in orthopedic spine surgery at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.About Dr. GonzalezDr. Gonzalez is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. His professional memberships include the North American Spine Society, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and American Medical Association. Dr. Gonzalez’s research on topics including the latest advances in complex robotic spinal surgery has been published in numerous peer-reviewed medical journals, and he has taught medical students and staff.Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with family, fishing and kayaking.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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Locations
14547 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., Suite C, Tampa, FL 33613
38107 Market Square Dr., Zephyrhills, FL 33542
2352 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., Suite 102, Wesley Chapel, FL 33544
Clinical Research
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