International Orthopaedic Specialists

International Orthopaedic Specialists Dr. Jerry Sher and Dr. Sophia Deben are experienced surgeons with a mastery of non-operative and operative techniques to relieve pain.

We have three board-certified, fellowship-trained Orthopaedic Surgeons specializing in sports injuries as well as foot and ankle disease. The practice has been in North Miami and Aventura for over 15 years. We treat the athletes from all ages to include team coverage for Barry University, Miami Beach High School and Dade County Public Schools. Our patients come from every walk of life and every activity level. Our goal is to meet yours, for your pain, your function and your ability to live the the best life you can. Musculoskeletal disease can be incredibly painful and very limiting to one's independence. We understand that at International Orthopaedic Specialists and strive to quickly and efficiently treat what ails you. We also have experience with international patients and visitors to South Florida with the ability to help coordinate your care with your physicians at home. We are affiliated with the following hospitals:

HCA Surgical Center of Aventura
North Shore Hospital
Mt. Sinai Hospital of Miami Beach
Larkin Community Hospital
Mercy Hospital
South Miami Hospital

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What Causes Swollen Ankles and Feet?

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2260 NE 123rd Street
North Miami, FL
33181

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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http://www.iorthodocs.com/

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We have two board-certified, fellowship-trained Orthopaedic Surgeons specializing in sports injuries as well as foot and ankle disease. The practice has been in North Miami and Aventura for over 15 years. We treat the athletes from all ages to include team coverage for Barry University, Miami Beach High School and Dade County Public Schools. Our patients come from every walk of life and every activity level. Our goal is to meet yours, for your pain, your function and your ability to live the the best life you can. Musculoskeletal disease can be incredibly painful and very limiting to one's independence. We understand that at International Orthopaedic Specialists and strive to quickly and efficiently treat what ails you. We also have experience with international patients and visitors to South Florida with the ability to help coordinate your care with your physicians at home. We are affiliated with the following hospitals:

SCA Surgical Center of Doral, HCA Surgical Center of Aventura, Mt. Sinai Hospital of Miami Beach, North Shore Hospital, Coral Gables Hospital, Mercy Hospital, Baptist South Miami Hospital, Miami Surgical Center