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 ac

tivity 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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04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day!

02/01/2026
Minimally invasive Achilles insertional repair may reduce complications vs. open repair.
01/13/2026

Minimally invasive Achilles insertional repair may reduce complications vs. open repair.

Minimally invasive Achilles repair may effectively reduce complications in patients with Achilles insertional tendinopathy vs. open repair, according to data presented at the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society Annual Meeting.

What Causes Heel Pain—And How Can You Find Relief?
01/01/2026

What Causes Heel Pain—And How Can You Find Relief?

Heel pain causes a throbbing, aching, burning, or stabbing sensation in the back or bottom of the foot. This type of pain is a common complaint for people of all ages and activity levels. In fact, heel pain makes up over two million visits to the doctor's office each year in the U.S.

Wishing you and your family a happy and healthy new year!
01/01/2026

Wishing you and your family a happy and healthy new year!

What Is the Best Plantar Fasciitis Treatment?
12/25/2025

What Is the Best Plantar Fasciitis Treatment?

The best treatment for plantar fasciitis depends on the severity of your condition. Options can include home remedies, medications, physical therapy, and, less commonly, surgery. People using nonsurgical treatments typically experience pain resolution within three to six months of consistent trea...

Happy Holidays! We wish you and your family a joyful holiday season!
12/24/2025

Happy Holidays! We wish you and your family a joyful holiday season!

What You Should Know About the Forefoot.
12/18/2025

What You Should Know About the Forefoot.

You may be surprised to learn that your forefoot carries and balances nearly half of the body's total weight, and is designed to handle significant force and wear-and-tear.

Surgical fixation for pickleball-related Achilles ruptures may improve quality of life.
12/11/2025

Surgical fixation for pickleball-related Achilles ruptures may improve quality of life.

Patients who sustained Achilles tendon ruptures while playing pickleball benefit from surgical fixation, according to data presented at the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine Annual Meeting.

12/10/2025

Experts applauded the decision, and anticipate that more perimenopausal and menopausal women will benefit from the health benefits of the treatment

What Is Plantar Fasciitis?
12/04/2025

What Is Plantar Fasciitis?

Your plantar fascia is a tight, thick tissue that connects your heel bone to your toes. Plantar fasciitis occurs when the plantar fascia becomes inflamed or irritated, resulting in a sharp or dull pain felt at the bottom of the heel.1 This can be caused by several things, from carrying extra weig...

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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

Website

http://www.iorthodocs.com/

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