Spine Institute of Central Florida

Spine Institute of Central Florida At the Spine Institute of Central Florida we specialize in the entire spectrum of non-surgical and surgical care of the Spine.

We are devoted to providing our patients with the greatest and most exceptional unparalleled individualized care.

Happy New Year from Spine Institute of Central Florida!As we welcome a brand-new year, we want to thank our patients, fa...
01/01/2026

Happy New Year from Spine Institute of Central Florida!

As we welcome a brand-new year, we want to thank our patients, families, and community for trusting us with your spine and pain care throughout the past year. Your health, mobility, and quality of life continue to inspire everything we do.

Our office is closed today in observance of New Year’s Day, but we look forward to reopening and continuing normal office hours on Friday.

Wishing you a year filled with healing, strength, and new beginnings. Here’s to moving forward—together—into a healthier year ahead. ✨

As we prepare to welcome the New Year, we would like to share our upcoming holiday office hours. In observance of the Ne...
12/31/2025

As we prepare to welcome the New Year, we would like to share our upcoming holiday office hours. In observance of the New Year holiday, Spine Institute of Central Florida will be closing at 1:00 PM on New Year’s Eve and will be closed on New Year’s Day.

We will resume normal office hours on Friday, January 2nd, ready to continue providing the compassionate, comprehensive spine, pain management, and surgical care our patients rely on.

From all of us at Spine Institute of Central Florida, we wish you and your loved ones a safe, healthy, and happy New Year filled with hope, healing, and new beginnings.

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✨🎄Merry Christmas from Spine Institute of Central Florida!✨🎄As Christmas Eve unfolds, we want to take a moment to wish o...
12/24/2025

✨🎄Merry Christmas from Spine Institute of Central Florida!✨🎄

As Christmas Eve unfolds, we want to take a moment to wish our patients, families, and community a very Merry Christmas. This season is a time for reflection, gratitude, and togetherness, and we are thankful for the trust you place in our team throughout the year.

May your holiday be filled with peace, joy, and special moments with the people who matter most. From all of us at Spine Institute of Central Florida, we wish you a safe, happy, and healthy Christmas.

Spine Institute of Central Florida will be closing early at 1:00 PM on Christmas Eve, and our office will be closed on C...
12/24/2025

Spine Institute of Central Florida will be closing early at 1:00 PM on Christmas Eve, and our office will be closed on Christmas Day as we celebrate the holiday with our families and loved ones.

We will be back and open with regular operating hours on Friday, December 26, ready to welcome you and continue providing exceptional spine care.

For more information about our services, please visit spineinstitutefl.com.

From all of us at Spine Institute of Central Florida, we wish you a very Merry Christmas and a joyful, healthy holiday season! 🎄❤️

12/12/2025

In this case from our Surgery Case Series, a patient had suffered unrelenting severe pain and progressive weakness for over two years.

During that time, the patient sought care at multiple facilities and underwent several spinal MRIs — all interpreted as “normal,” leaving the true cause of the symptoms unknown.

When the patient came to Spine Institute of Central Florida, a world leader in complex and minimally invasive spine surgery, we recognized the need for proper imaging.

After challenging insurance barriers, Spine Institute of Central Florida's Advanced Imaging Facility was able to complete a repeat MRI, which revealed a large intradural extramedullary arachnoid cyst compressing the spinal cord and nerves.

With precise diagnosis and ongoing individualized treatment, we are relieving pain and restoring function as part of the patient’s active management plan.

High-risk and complex spinal conditions like this are treated regularly at Spine Institute of Central Florida, where we specialize in advanced spinal care and returning patients to optimal function.

✨ This jingle season, we’re ringing in the holidays with gratitude at Spine Institute of Central Florida! ✨We’re thrille...
12/03/2025

✨ This jingle season, we’re ringing in the holidays with gratitude at Spine Institute of Central Florida! ✨

We’re thrilled to share a wonderful testimonial from Cynthia S., who had an outstanding experience with Dr. Marulanda and our dedicated team. Her kind words remind us why we’re committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered orthopedic and spine care every single day.

“I absolutely loved the office. Dr. Marulanda was very nice and listened to every question I had. The entire staff was just as welcoming and attentive, making me feel comfortable and supported throughout my visit. Dr. Marulanda’s calm, compassionate approach and clear communication gave me real confidence and reassurance.”

🌟 At this time of year—and all year long—we’re honored to help our patients move, feel, and live better with advanced spine and orthopaedic care.

If you or a loved one are looking for expert spine care this holiday season, we’re here to help you step into the New Year feeling your best.

Call us today at (863) 688‑3030 or visit SpineInstituteFL.com
to schedule your appointment. Start the New Year feeling your best with expert care from our team!

🍂 Happy Thanksgiving from Spine Institute of Central Florida 🍁As we celebrate this season of gratitude, all of us at Spi...
11/27/2025

🍂 Happy Thanksgiving from Spine Institute of Central Florida 🍁

As we celebrate this season of gratitude, all of us at Spine Institute of Central Florida would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation to our patients, families, and community. Your trust in our team—whether for advanced spinal surgery, pain management, physical therapy, or comprehensive spine care—is something we are truly honored to receive every single day.

Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on the strength, resilience, and hope we witness in our patients. We are grateful for the opportunity to play a role in restoring mobility, reducing pain, and helping individuals return to the activities and quality of life they deserve. Your courage and dedication inspire our entire team.

We also want to recognize our exceptional staff—our surgeons, clinicians, therapists, medical assistants, and support team—who work tirelessly to provide compassionate, high-quality care. Their commitment ensures that every patient receives the expertise, professionalism, and attention they need throughout their care journey.

As you gather with loved ones and enjoy this holiday, we wish you a season filled with comfort, health, and peace. Thank you for being part of our Spine Institute family. We look forward to continuing to serve you with excellence and compassion.

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Spine Institute of Central Florida! 🧡

Spine Institute of Central Florida honors the service, dedication, and sacrifice of our nation’s veterans. We thank you ...
11/11/2025

Spine Institute of Central Florida honors the service, dedication, and sacrifice of our nation’s veterans. We thank you for your courage and commitment. Happy Veterans Day!

Happy National Radiologic Technologist Week!At Spine Institute of Central Florida, we take a moment this week to recogni...
11/03/2025

Happy National Radiologic Technologist Week!

At Spine Institute of Central Florida, we take a moment this week to recognize and appreciate our incredible radiologic technologists. Their expertise, precision, and compassion play a vital role in patient care and in helping our physicians make accurate diagnoses every day.

From detailed imaging to patient comfort, their work is at the heart of what we do.

Thank you to our radiologic technologists for your dedication, skilled hands, and sincere care for every patient who walks through our doors.

10/31/2025

In this case from our Surgery Case Series, Dr. Okafor treated a patient with very severe, progressive spinal scoliosis—causing unbearable pain, difficulty breathing, and emotional distress.
After years of bracing, therapy, and medications, the patient’s rigid, multiplanar deformity continued to worsen, compressing nerves and limiting function.

Dr. Okafor performed complex spinal reconstruction and deformity correction—realigning and stabilizing the spine. Post-surgery, pain was reduced, function improved, and alignment restored.

High-risk cases like this are treated regularly at Spine Institute of Central Florida, where our team specializes in advanced spinal care and restoring patient function.

Happy Halloween from Spine Institute of Central Florida!Our team wishes everyone a safe and spine-chillingly fun Hallowe...
10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from Spine Institute of Central Florida!

Our team wishes everyone a safe and spine-chillingly fun Halloween!
Whether you’re trick-or-treating, dressing up, or just enjoying the night, remember to stay safe and take care of your back — even superheroes and skeletons need good posture!

Avoid lifting heavy candy bags incorrectly,
Watch your step in those spooky costumes,
and most importantly — have a frightfully good time!

🧡 From all of us at Spine Institute of Central Florida,
Stay safe, stay healthy, and have a Happy Halloween!

10/24/2025

In this first case from our Surgery Case Series, we highlight a patient suffering from very severe spinal cord compression and paresis—a condition that had progressed to near quadriplegia.

After years of pain, weakness, and loss of function, the patient came to Spine Institute of Central Florida in severe distress.

Under the care of Dr. Okafor, advanced surgical decompression was performed—restoring space around the spinal cord and relieving the crushing pressure.

Post-surgery, the patient regained the ability to use their hands and walk again.

Complex and very high risk spinal cord compression cases like this are treated regularly at the Spine Institute of Central Florida, where our team specializes in restoring function and improving quality of life.

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Lakeland, FL
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