Overview
Luis Aponte is a certified physician assistant (PA-C) with the Orlando Health Neuroscience Institute specializing in neurosurgery. He assists with a variety of procedures including: Complex and traumatic spine surgeries Spinal reconstruction surgeries Brain and spine trauma Cervical and lumbar fusion Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion Laminectomy Laminotomy Ventriculoperitoneal shunt Craniotomy Tumor resection Epidural, subdural and intracranial hemorrhage Luis believes in treating all patients with the respect and dignity that every human being deserves. Luis’ Training He received his bachelor's degree in biomedical science and his master's degree in physician assistant studies from AdventHealth University in Orlando. About Luis Luis is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and licensed as a PA with prescribing qualifications by the Florida Department of Health. His professional memberships include the American Academy of Physician Assistants, Florida Academy of Physician Assistants and PAs for Tomorrow. Luis also teaches at a local physician assistant program. He also is a peer mentor and has helped students achieve acceptance into PA schools. Outside of work, Luis enjoys spending time with family and friends, trying new restaurants and working on home improvement projects. He is fluent in English and Spanish.
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Locations
76 W. Underwood St., 3rd Floor, Orlando, FL 32806
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