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Northeast Florida’s
Premier Orthopedic
Physicians

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Why Choose Us?

Southeast Orthopedic Specialists is the region’s premier provider of comprehensive orthopedic and spine care, proudly serving patients throughout Jacksonville, St. Johns, and St. Augustine. We offer a full spectrum of in-house services—including advanced imaging and MRI, physical therapy, bracing and casting, chiropractic care, regenerative medicine, and walk-in access at our SOS Direct locations—making expert care more convenient than ever. Our board-certified physicians represent every orthopedic and spine specialty and are recognized leaders in their fields. Whether treating young athletes or active seniors, our mission is simple: to put patients first and deliver the highest quality care, precisely when it’s needed. With world-class facilities and a commitment to excellence, we’re here to help you move better, feel better, and live better.
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SOS Direct: Walk-In
Orthopedic Care

SOS Direct provides orthopedic and spine care from experienced specialists with no appointment needed. Whether it is a sports injury or chronic pain that has been keeping you from being active, SOS Direct can provide same-day diagnosis and treatment and get you back to doing what you love.  Locations in Jacksonville, St. Johns and St. Augustine.

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Where Does it Hurt?

Neck
Neck
Elbow
Elbow
Back & Spine
Back & Spine
Hip
Hip
Hand & Wrist
Hand & Wrist
Knee
Knee
Foot & Ankle
Foot & Ankle
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Busy phone lines and answering machines are a thing of the past. Southeast Orthopedic Specialists allows you to easily schedule an appointment online, so you can continue your day with little disruption.

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Busy phone lines and answering machines are a thing of the past. Southeast Orthopedic Specialists allows you to easily schedule an appointment online, so you can continue your day with little disruption.

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Our Specialists

The team at Southeast Orthopedic Specialists consists of highly-trained physicians who have spent years researching and developing cutting edge methods and new technologies to provide the best treatments possible.

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David Doward

MD

Spine Care Specialist

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David Doward

MD

Spine Care Specialist

Dr. David Doward is a board-certified physician in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, with fellowship training in Interventional Spine and Sports Medicine.
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Stephen R. Arndt

MD

Foot & Ankle Specialist

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Stephen R. Arndt

MD

Foot & Ankle Specialist

Dr. Stephen Arndt is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in complex conditions of the foot and ankle both surgically and non-surgically.
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Sina Kasraeian

MD

Sports Medicine Specialist

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Sina Kasraeian

MD

Sports Medicine Specialist

Dr. Sina Kasraeian is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with a subspecialty certification in Orthopedic Sports Medicine. He completed medical school and his Orthopaedic Surgery Residency at the University of Southern California, training at the USC/Los Angeles County Medical Center where he gained significant experience in fracture care and developed a special interest in arthroscopy and sports medicine reconstructive procedures.
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Shaun Janse van Rensburg

DC

Chiropractic Medicine Specialist

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Shaun Janse van Rensburg

DC

Chiropractic Medicine Specialist

Dr. Shaun Janse van Rensburg is a licensed chiropractic physician specializing in manipulations, accident injury treatment and musculoskeletal disorders. Dr. Janse van Rensburg graduated from Life University in Atlanta, GA with his Doctor of Chiropractic degree.
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Robert K. Hurford Jr.

MD, Ph.D

Spine Care Specialist

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Robert K. Hurford Jr.

MD, Ph.D

Spine Care Specialist

Dr. Robert Hurford, Jr. is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in interventional spine surgery. Dr. Hurford received his medical degree from Harvard University in Boston, MA where he also completed the Harvard Combined Orthopedic Surgery Residency Program.
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Richard L. Snyder

MD

Sports Medicine Specialist

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Richard L. Snyder

MD

Sports Medicine Specialist

Dr. Richard Lance Snyder is a board-certified, fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine. He brings over 25 years of diverse expertise to Southeast Orthopedic Specialists.
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Rahul V. Deshmukh

MD

Joint Specialist

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Rahul V. Deshmukh

MD

Joint Specialist

Dr. Rahul Deshmukh is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, advanced arthroscopy, minimally invasive joint replacement and trauma. Dr. Deshmukh received his medical degree from Harvard Medical School in Boston, MA.
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Pavel Balduyeu

MD

Pain Management Specialist

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Pavel Balduyeu

MD

Pain Management Specialist

Dr. Pavel Balduyeu is a board-certified, fellowship-trained Interventional Pain Management Specialist. Dr. Balduyeu attended Belarus State Medical University where he received his doctoral degree.
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Paul S. Roettges

MD

Joint Specialist

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Paul S. Roettges

MD

Joint Specialist

Dr. Paul Roettges is a board-certified and fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon. He attended University of Southern California in Los Angeles, CA, where he completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology.
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Patrick E. Jones

MD

Sports Medicine Specialist

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Patrick E. Jones

MD

Sports Medicine Specialist

Dr. Patrick Jones is a board-certified fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine. He earned his medical degree from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine.
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Nolan A. Gall

MD

Pain Management Specialist

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Nolan A. Gall

MD

Pain Management Specialist

Dr. Nolan Gall is a board-certified physical medicine and rehabilitation physician with fellowship training in interventional pain management. He earned his medical degree at Georgetown University School of Medicine.
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Michael A. Robinson

MD

Joint Specialist

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Michael A. Robinson

MD

Joint Specialist

Dr. Michael Robinson is a board-certified fellowship-trained orthopedic joint replacement surgeon with a focus on hips and knees. Dr. Robinson attended the University of Missouri-Kansas City for both his undergraduate and medical doctorate degrees.
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Kurtis R. Hort

MD

Foot & Ankle Specialist

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Kurtis R. Hort

MD

Foot & Ankle Specialist

Dr. Kurtis Hort is a board certified, and fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in complex procedures of the foot and ankle. He received his medical degree from Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia, PA.
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Kevin P. Murphy

MD

Sports Medicine Specialist

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Kevin P. Murphy

MD

Sports Medicine Specialist

Dr. Kevin Murphy is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine. He received his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine.
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Jorge I. Acevedo

MD

Foot & Ankle Specialist

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Jorge I. Acevedo

MD

Foot & Ankle Specialist

Dr. Jorge Acevedo is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic foot and ankle surgeon who specializes in arthroscopic and minimally invasive techniques, as well as clinical and surgical skin grafting for complex wound care treatment.
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John Woeste

MD

Pain Management Specialist

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John Woeste

MD

Pain Management Specialist

Dr. Woeste brings over 30 years of experience as a dual board-certified anesthesiologist and pain specialist. Throughout his career, he has helped thousands of North Floridians find relief and hope through expert care, steady leadership, and a down-to-earth approach.
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Jennifer Madden

MD

Hand Wrist & Elbow Specialist

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Jennifer Madden

MD

Hand Wrist & Elbow Specialist

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Jeffrey B. Burnette

MD

Joint Specialist

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Jeffrey B. Burnette

MD

Joint Specialist

Dr. Jeffrey B. Burnette is a board-certified, fellowship-trained Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Hip and Knee Replacement. Dr. Burnette graduated from The Citadel, Military College of South Carolina and obtained his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, SC.
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Isaac A. Gooding

MD

Pain Management Specialist

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Isaac A. Gooding

MD

Pain Management Specialist

Dr. Isaac Gooding is a board-certified, fellowship-trained interventional pain management specialist. Dr. Gooding attended New York Medical College in Valhalla, NY where he received his doctoral degree.
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Gianpaolo A. Passeggiata

DC

Chiropractic Medicine Specialist

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Gianpaolo A. Passeggiata

DC

Chiropractic Medicine Specialist

Dr. Gianpaolo Passeggiata is a licensed chiropractic physician specializing in manipulations, accident injury treatment and musculoskeletal disorders.
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Gabriel P. Galan

DPM

Foot & Ankle Specialist

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Gabriel P. Galan

DPM

Foot & Ankle Specialist

Dr. Gabriel Galan is an board-certified podiatrist that is highly trained in elective foot surgery, forefoot reconstruction, bunion and hammertoe correction, chronic non-healing wound treatment and diabetic wound care.
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Frank R. Collier Jr.

MD

Pain Management Specialist

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Frank R. Collier Jr.

MD

Pain Management Specialist

Dr. Frank Collier is a board-certified physical medicine and rehabilitation physician specializing in interventional pain management treatments. His work aims to alleviate any pain and discomfort that affects how people function daily.
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Farid A. Hakim

MD

Emergency Orthopedic Specialist

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Farid A. Hakim

MD

Emergency Orthopedic Specialist

r. Farid Hakim is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in trauma related injuries and reconstructive procedures. Dr. Hakim received his medical degree from St. Joseph University School of Medicine in Beirut, Lebanon.
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Eric G. Kim

DO

Joint Specialist

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Eric G. Kim

DO

Joint Specialist

Dr. Eric Kim is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon with a focus on adult reconstructive surgery. He graduated with his medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Philadelphia, PA and went on to complete his internship at Mercy Suburban Hospital in Norristown, PA.
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David B. Remias

MD

Sports Medicine Specialist

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David B. Remias

MD

Sports Medicine Specialist

Dr. David Remias is a board-certified, fellowship-trained non-operative sports medicine specialist. Dr. Remias attended the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine for his doctoral degree.
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Christopher E. Swanson

MD

Sports Medicine Specialist

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Christopher E. Swanson

MD

Sports Medicine Specialist

Dr. Christopher Swanson is a double board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey – Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.
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Chris R. Goll

MD

Hand Wrist & Elbow Specialist

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Chris R. Goll

MD

Hand Wrist & Elbow Specialist

Dr. Chris Goll is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand, wrist and elbow procedures. Dr. Goll received his medical degree from the University of Florida in Gainesville, FL.
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Brett C. Puckett

MD

Hand Wrist & Elbow Specialist

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Brett C. Puckett

MD

Hand Wrist & Elbow Specialist

Dr. Brett Puckett, MD is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand and microvascular surgery. He received his medical degree from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in Newark, NJ.
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Alexis T. Mugno

DPM

Foot & Ankle Specialist

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Alexis T. Mugno

DPM

Foot & Ankle Specialist

Dr. Alexis Mugno is a board-certified podiatric specialist with extensive training and experience. She attended Barry University in Miami Shores, FL, where she received her Doctorate degree in Podiatric Medicine and was awarded a place on the Dean’s List.
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Alexander J. Lampley

MD

Hand Wrist & Elbow Specialist

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Alexander J. Lampley

MD

Hand Wrist & Elbow Specialist

Dr. Alexander Lampley is a board certified, and fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon with subspecialty training in hand surgery. He attended and graduated from Bucknell University and Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University, with honors.
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Alex J. Brown

MD

Sports Medicine Specialist

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Alex J. Brown

MD

Sports Medicine Specialist

Dr. Alex Brown is a board-certified and fellowship-trained non-operative sports medicine specialist. Dr. Brown has over 12 years of experience in an urgent care and family medicine setting, serving the Jacksonville community.
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Ahmed Saleh

MD

Spine Care Specialist

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Ahmed Saleh

MD

Spine Care Specialist

Dr. Ahmed Saleh is a highly regarded board-certified and fellowship trained orthopedic spine surgeon born and raised in New York. Dr. Saleh has dedicated his career to improving the lives of patients suffering from spinal conditions.
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Aaron M. Bates

MD

Joint Specialist

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Aaron M. Bates

MD

Joint Specialist

Dr. Aaron Bates is a board-certified fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine. He received his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore, MD.
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Gavan P. Duffy

MD

Joint Specialist

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Gavan P. Duffy

MD

Joint Specialist

Dr. Gavan Duffy is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in total hip and knee replacements. He received his medical degree from the University of Dublin in Ireland. After finishing his medical degree, Dr. Duffy moved to the United States and accepted a residency at the world-renowned Mayo Clinic.
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Patient Testimonials

Jeremy
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“Absolutely love this group. The office staff is helpful and prompt, and Dr. Puckett and team (especially Andrea) are phenomenal! I have complete trust in her and am glad to be in her care.”

Gaylene
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“Very thorough and caring group.Dr Deshmukh runs a tight ship and covers everything in all your needs. He has compassion in caring about any of your concerns and is a Top Notch surgeon! A Great team with Ryan and Brian (PA’s). They take their time to make sure you understand what to expect with friendly personal encounters that you know they care. You’re in excellent hands with this group.”

Cindy
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“Outstanding like a well oiled machine. All departments, quick efficient and the doctor,Dr. Roettges & PA , Sean Powell restored my faith in the medical system! You will be in good hands here. ( recovery from a full hip replacement)”

Kate
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“Dr. Alex Brown at Southeast Orthoepic Specialists, offers his patients excellent personal and skilled care that ranks at the top. The staff and other clinicians are also kind, compassionate, and very good at what they do. I enjoyed receiving special consideration due to my health needs and appreciate everything they did to facilitate my best care.”

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