Coastal Orthopedics - SR 64 East

11/21/2025

Join us in wishing Dr. Puzzitiello a very Happy Birthday today!

Known for his compassion, innovation, and care for patients of all ages, Dr. Puzzitiello continues to make a difference every day at Coastal Orthopedics.

11/21/2025

Join Us at the 28th Annual Bradenton Runners Club Turkey Trot! 🦃🏃‍♀️

Lace up for this Thanksgiving tradition — a 3-mile run/walk starting at 8:00 AM at the Robinson Preserve South Entrance.

New this year: The BRC Kids 1/3 Mile Turkey Trot for ages 5–10, a fun way to get the whole family involved!

The Official Orthopedic Partner: Coastal Orthopedics

11/19/2025

What an incredible turnout at today’s Arthritis Community Talk hosted by HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital!

A heartfelt thank-you to our hosts for bringing the community together, and to UMR Sports for the fantastic pickleball demonstrations.

To learn more about Coastal Orthopedics and Dr. Greenspoon, visit https://coastalorthopedics.pulse.ly/wqpklzttky.

11/19/2025

Join us for an interactive lunch event to help keep you moving.
Discover the latest innovative treatments and surgical techniques
to help with hip, knee and joint pain.

Local orthopedic surgeon, Joshua Greenspoon, MD will share the latest
advances in hip and knee care, plus try out demonstrations with pickle ball pros that will help you protect your joints while improving your game.

To register call 844-630-5295!

11/17/2025

Staying active is key, even with arthritis. Experts recommend 150 minutes of moderate activity per week to manage symptoms and boost overall health. 🚶‍♀️

💪 With 1% of the global population affected by rheumatoid arthritis, understanding and maintaining your routine can make a difference.

Find out more ways to stay active with RA in our blog: https://coastalorthopedics.com/blog/understanding-the-causes-of-rheumatoid-arthritis

11/13/2025

Thank you, Jeff!
We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.

"2 recent knee replacements with Coastal — Dr. Lamar, Courtney, and Jason are awesome! Coastal Ortho PT (Mike Winicki) is a fantastic therapist!! I’m at 6 and 16 weeks post-op and could not be any happier with overall results and experience!!!! — Jeff"

We’re thrilled to hear how well your recovery is going, and we’re honored to be part of your journey.

Thank you for trusting Coastal Orthopedics with your care!

11/12/2025

Osteoarthritis is the most frequently diagnosed arthritis, characterized by the wear and tear of cartilage that cushions the joints.

As we age, the risk increases, but knowledge is your best defense.

Discover more about how to manage arthritis with our infographic "What to Know About Arthritis."https://coastalorthopedics.com/blog/what-to-know-about-arthritis-infographic/

11/11/2025

This Veterans Day, we honor the men and women who served our country through the U.S. Armed Forces. Thank you for your service. 🇺🇸

11/10/2025

Don't let arthritis slow you down.

Learn about your options and how to keep your joints healthy.

Check out our free infographic for more information: https://coastalorthopedics.com/blog/what-to-know-about-arthritis-infographic/

11/09/2025

It's Nurse Practitioner Week, so let's celebrate the valuable contributions of nurse practitioners to healthcare!

They provide high-quality, patient-centered care and play a critical role in our communities.

11/06/2025

Our radiology team is X-ray-ordinary! 💙
Happy Radiologic Technology Week to the experts who make every image count!

Visit CoastalOrthopedics.com to self-schedule your appointment today. We offer X-ray on site at all three offices and MRI availability at our East office (State Road 64) and West office.

11/06/2025

Congratulations, Dr. Schafer!

Southeast High School recently recognized Dr. Schafer for 25 years of dedicated service as the school’s team physician — especially under the lights on Friday nights! 🏈

Thank you, Dr. Schafer, for your commitment to our community and for the lasting impact you continue to make both on and off the field. 💙

📸 Award presented by Jon Karl, ATC/L, Southeast High School

11/23/2022

"Thank you all at Coastal Orthopedics for your combined efforts in getting me back on the ice doing one of the things I love to do. From the receptionists, radiologists, PAs, physical therapists, to the surgeons, you all made my journey a complete success!" - John I.

08/19/2019

Happy Monday! from Coastal Orthopedics. Make it a good week!

08/18/2019

So, What Is Sports Medicine, Anyway? (Hint: It’s Not Just for Injuries.)
Do you have a youngster who’s active in sports? Are you an adult who’s avid about running, golf, basketball or tennis? Then you should know that a Sports Medicine Physician at Coastal Orthopedics can actually help you prevent injuries before they happen. What’s more, Sports Medicine savvy can help you rise to top-of-your-game performance faster and more efficiently. Learn More:

Do you have a youngster who’s active in sports? Are you an adult who’s avid about running, golf, basketball or tennis? Then you should know that a Sports Medicine Physician… read more →

08/17/2019

Happy Anniversary, Dr. O’Daly! We appreciate you!

08/16/2019

Dr. Steven Schafer is a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon who specializes in knee and shoulder surgery as well as sports injuries. He completed his fellowship in orthopedic sports medicine and arthroscopy at the world-renowned American Sports Medicine Institute in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Schafer treats patients of all ages with special interest in athletic injuries in both the young and aging athlete. Dr. Schafer serves as the sports medicine physician to the Pittsburgh Pirates, U.S. Soccer Team, IMG Academies and State College of Florida.

08/15/2019

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08/14/2019

Happy Anniversary, Dr. Sirianni! We appreciate you!

08/13/2019

Physician Spotlight: Dr. Arthur Valadie received this awesome letter from his patient, Johnny who is feeling much better after having his broken arm fixed. He even included his own illustration of Dr. Valadie fixing his arm in the operating room (see bottom of letter) and stickers of one of his favorite characters!

Want to share your story with us? Click here: https://coastalorthopedics.com/contact/share-story/

08/12/2019

Happy First Day of School! School supplies can be heavy, especially on the first day back. If you suffer a first day of school injury helping the kids get settled, Coastal Orthopedics has you covered! Call 941-792-1404 to schedule a same day appointment for an acute injury!

08/11/2019

Did you know? Slightly more women than men seek help from orthopedic doctors. Why is this? Read More:

Aching joints, osteoarthritis, and other musculoskeletal problems affect most of us as we get older, but women over the age of 50 are afflicted with these conditions more than men. %

08/10/2019

Did you know that our doctors are in the top 1% in the country? Many have won the Castle Connolly Top Doctor Award. The doctors who earned this prestigious recognition include pain management specialist Dr. Richard Bundschu, joint replacement specialist Dr. David Cashen, pain management specialist Dr. Douglas Constant, pain management specialist Dr. Gennady Gekht, shoulder and elbow specialist Dr. Avinash Kumar, physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist Dr. Laura Ottaviani, sports medicine specialist Dr. Steven Schafer, spine specialist Dr. Eric Sundberg and joint replacement specialist Dr. Alan Valadie. Congratulations to these physicians!

Nine Coastal Orthopedics physicians were recently recognized as Castle Connolly Top Doctors for 2019. The doctors who earned this prestigious recognition include pain management specialist Dr. Richard Bundschu, joint replacement… read more →