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Dr. Luga Podesta, MD

Dr. Luga Podesta, MD

Orthopedic Sports Medicine*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Luga Podesta, MD is a sports medicine orthopedic surgeon in Naples, FL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara, Facultad De Medicina in 1984. He is affiliated with Physicians Regional Medical Center Pine Ridge. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

1875 Veterans Park Dr Ste 2201 Naples, FL 34109
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(239) 631-1960

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Podesta specializes in the areas of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Podesta's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Podesta

3.6

16 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
19%
19%
3 Star
0%
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2 Star
6%
6%
1 Star
25%
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 27, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 19, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Justin Gibson in Naples, FL – Jun 04, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Shakti in NY – Apr 18, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
thierry B. in Plattsburgh NY – Jan 09, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lisa in Stony Brook, NY – Aug 01, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
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Derek in Coram, NY – Jan 09, 2017
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Renee Barreto in Bohemia, NY – May 03, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Offers high-quality, individualized care with compassion. Believes communication and collaboration with patients is the foundation for effective relationships. Through effective education, patients are empowered to partner in their care and achieve their health goals.

biography

Throughout his impressive 24-year career, Dr. Podesta has been dedicated to restoring his patients' quality of life. He takes great pride in his ability to quickly and safely return patients to the life they want to live; whether that is playing...read more

  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine

  • Sports Medicine

  • Sports Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Kerlan Jobe Orth Clinic

    Fellowship Hospital, 1991

  • Staten Is Orth/spmed

    Fellowship Hospital, 1990

  • St Vincents Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • Brookdale Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1986

  • Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1986

  • Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara, Facultad De Medicina

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation®
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Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Sports Medicine
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  • California Orthopaedic Association, Member

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Locations

Practice

Office1875 Veterans Park Dr Ste 2201 Naples, FL 34109
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Physicians Regional Medical Center Pine Ridge

    6101 Pine Ridge Rd
    Naples, FL 34119
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

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