North Florida Bone & Joint Specialists

11/24/2025

Our November E-News is now available and includes our latest blogs on APRN Week as well as Dr. Brett Smith's article on proactively planning for joint replacement surgery. The new issue also provides important information about our holiday office closures and highlights the mission work and journal publications of our providers. Click the link below to begin reading. While you're there, click "Join Our List" to ensure you never miss an issue!

Email from North Florida Bone & Joint Specialists November 2025 News NOVEMBER 2025 Planning for Joint Replacement With the New Year rapidly approaching, those living with chronic hip or knee pain may

11/21/2025

Board-certified Orthopaedic Hip Surgeon Dr. Matthew Mai specializes in innovative treatment options for hip injuries and conditions, including anterior total hip replacement. Click the link below to learn more about Dr. Mai or request your visit today.
https://www.northflboneandjoint.com/hip

11/20/2025

Yesterday, Dr. Roger Ostrander published "Posterior Labrum Repair: Two-Portal Technique" in the Video Journal of Sports Medicine. To read the article or watch the video, click the link below.
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/26350254251351035

11/19/2025

As the holiday season approaches and we begin to reflect on the year ahead, those living with chronic hip or knee pain may find it the perfect time to take the first steps toward lasting relief through joint replacement surgery. From pre-surgical preparation to recovery timing, taking a proactive approach can help ensure a smoother experience and a stronger start to 2026. Click below to read our latest blog post by Dr. Brett Smith and learn more about the advantages of planning for total joint replacement surgery now.

Providing innovative, comprehensive and accessible orthopaedic care. With four locations to serve you, North Florida Bone & Joint Specialists includes nine fellowship-trained providers.

11/18/2025

Dr. Roger Ostrander, Dr. Chris O’Grady, Dr. Ryan Riggs and Dr. Josh Hackel provide expert orthopaedic and sports medicine care for a variety of injuries and conditions. Click the link below to learn more or request your visit today.
https://www.northflboneandjoint.com/sports-medicine

11/17/2025

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11/14/2025

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Diabetic foot problems are a major health concern and a common cause of hospitalization. But there are things people with diabetes can do to maintain foot health and prevent serious damage. In honor of Diabetes Awareness Month, offers these foot care tips for diabetics: https://bit.ly/49vEn2K

11/13/2025

Join us for Episode 9 of Bone & Joint Brief as we continue celebrating our incredible Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs). These skilled professionals play a vital role in patient care, from clinic visits and surgical assistance to education and recovery support. 💙Meet our dedicated APRNs:
⏺️ Nathan Carter, APRN - The office of Dr. Matthew Mai
⏺️ Jeanine Hellwig, ARNP-C – The office of Dr. Christopher Bookout
⏺️ Joseph Stubbs, ACNPC-AG – The office of Dr. Christopher Bookout

📺Watch now to learn how they make a difference every day, or click the link below to read the full blog post ICYMI.
https://www.northflboneandjoint.com/posts/aprn-week-2025

11/12/2025

Fellowship-trained orthopaedic foot and ankle surgeons Dr. Erik Nilssen and Dr. Sonya Ahmed provide innovative treatment options for a range of injuries and conditions. Click the link below to learn more or request your visit today.
https://www.northflboneandjoint.com/foot-and-ankle

11/11/2025

As we celebrate Veterans Day, we would be remiss if we didn't recognize members of the NFBJS family who have heroically served our nation. Dr. Christopher Bookout, Dr. Chris O'Grady, Dr. Matthew Mai, Amanda Wolfard, PA-C, Jason Lunsford, PA-C, and the many staff members throughout our practice... thank you for your service. We are proud of you.

11/10/2025

Fellowship-trained orthopaedic hand surgeons Dr. Alex Coleman, Dr. Steven Kronlage and Dr. James Piorkowski treat various conditions and injuries of the hand and upper extremities. Click the link below to learn more about our expert providers or request your visit today.
https://www.northflboneandjoint.com/hand

11/07/2025

In honor of Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN) Week, which begins on Nov. 9, we wanted to take a moment to recognize the expertise and dedication of our own APRNs. Nathan Carter, APRN, Jeanine Hellwig, ARNP-C and Joseph Stubbs, ACNPC-AG, help ensure our patients are supported at every stage of their orthopaedic journey. To learn more about this talented group of professionals, click the link below to begin reading our latest blog post.

Providing innovative, comprehensive and accessible orthopaedic care. With four locations to serve you, North Florida Bone & Joint Specialists includes nine fellowship-trained providers.