Southern Orthopedic Spine Surgery

Southern Orthopedic Spine Surgery At Southern Orthopedic Spine Surgery, we offer the latest methods of treatment for all your orthoped

Happy Easter from the Southern Orthopedic Spine Surgery team!
04/05/2026

Happy Easter from the Southern Orthopedic Spine Surgery team!

04/01/2026

BREAKING: Dr. Mead taking his shot on the field. đź‘€

🚨 We’ll keep him in the clinic.


Keeping athletes in the game is still the priority.

Most people scrolling this haven’t picked up a basketball in years.But they have felt that shoulder.That elbow.That “I’l...
03/26/2026

Most people scrolling this haven’t picked up a basketball in years.

But they have felt that shoulder.
That elbow.
That “I’ll deal with it later” pain.

And “later” usually means worse.

That’s a different kind of . Don’t ignore it.

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In town for spring break? Just remember, the heaviest thing at the beach usually isn’t the waves.Dragging chairs, umbrel...
03/16/2026

In town for spring break? Just remember, the heaviest thing at the beach usually isn’t the waves.

Dragging chairs, umbrellas, coolers, and beach bags through soft sand puts a surprising load on your lower back and shoulders.

Lift smart. Take two trips if you need to.

Your back will thank you.

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A few weeks of beach runs, gym sessions, or back-to-back pickleball matches can start to catch up with you.If that shoul...
03/09/2026

A few weeks of beach runs, gym sessions, or back-to-back pickleball matches can start to catch up with you.

If that shoulder, knee, or foot pain isn’t going away, it might be time to check in. Catching small issues early can keep you on track.

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Every golf swing asks a lot of the lead shoulder.Rotation. Control. Deceleration.When pain shows up at the top or after ...
03/03/2026

Every golf swing asks a lot of the lead shoulder.
Rotation. Control. Deceleration.

When pain shows up at the top or after impact, it’s often more than soreness. Small tears and inflammation don’t fix themselves.

Protect the swing you’ve built.

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Every great outcome starts with a conversation. From your first question at the front desk to your follow-up visit, we'r...
02/26/2026

Every great outcome starts with a conversation.

From your first question at the front desk to your follow-up visit, we're here to make sure you feel heard, informed, and confident about your care.

At Southern Orthopedic Spine Surgery, it’s not just treatment. It’s TRUST.

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It usually starts like this.One sharp catch in your lower back.Then it lingers. Then it limits you.Back pain isn’t somet...
02/24/2026

It usually starts like this.
One sharp catch in your lower back.

Then it lingers. Then it limits you.

Back pain isn’t something to push through. Getting the right diagnosis early changes everything.

Call 850-771-2001 or visit: SouthernOrthopedicSpineSurgery.com

Not every surgeon offering MACI® performs it arthroscopically. Dr. Mead was the first field-trained surgeon in the U.S. ...
02/18/2026

Not every surgeon offering MACI® performs it arthroscopically. Dr. Mead was the first field-trained surgeon in the U.S. to perform MACI® Arthro.

He was recently invited back to the Vericel and MACI Speakers Bureau, where technique and outcomes are examined at the highest level.

When expertise matters, it matters where you go.

Morning knee stiffness? Cooler temps can make joints feel tighter, slower to warm up, and more uncomfortable after rest—...
01/27/2026

Morning knee stiffness? Cooler temps can make joints feel tighter, slower to warm up, and more uncomfortable after rest—even here in Panama City Beach.

But what feels like “just cold weather” could be something more.

Ask yourself:
• Is it always the same joint?
• Does the stiffness last more than 30–60 minutes?
• Is there pain, not just tightness?

Those are signs it’s more than just the weather. If your knees are talking, listen early.

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Skip the waitlists—and the referral.We offer SAME or NEXT-DAY orthopedic appointments with no referral needed. Early tre...
01/20/2026

Skip the waitlists—and the referral.
We offer SAME or NEXT-DAY orthopedic appointments with no referral needed. Early treatment helps prevent further injury. It also speeds up recovery!

Call 850-771-2001 or visit: SouthernOrthopedicSpineSurgery.com

Myth: “No pain, no gain.” Truth: Pain is your body’s alarm, not a goalpost. Muscle burn from effort is one thing. Sharp ...
01/12/2026

Myth: “No pain, no gain.”
Truth: Pain is your body’s alarm, not a goalpost.

Muscle burn from effort is one thing. Sharp joint or tendon pain? That’s a red flag. Don’t train through pain—train smarter to avoid overuse injuries.

SouthernOrthopedicSpineSurgery.com | 850-771-2001

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1399 Jenks Avenue
Panama City, FL
32401

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 12pm

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Our Mission

Dr. Gaiser and the rest of our team abide by the philosophy that each of our patients deserve thoughtful and timely treatment to minimize complications and reduce recovery time so they can return to a fulfilling lifestyle of maximum functional capability. Regardless of your orthopedic limitations, as a patient you can be confident knowing our mission is to help you achieve and maintain optimal health of your joints, muscles and bones.

At Southern Orthopedic Spine Surgery we are committed to giving you the highest level of health services in a professional and caring environment.