OsteoarthritisofFoot near Key Largo, FL

Biography: I enjoy working, as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team, treating complicated musculoskeletal disorders to maximize recovery and restore a persons sense of well-being. I use an integrative approach and as needed offer precise ultra-minimally invasive techniques to improve functional outcomes.

Care Philosophy: "As an Orthopedic Surgeon with advanced training in sports medicine, I have had the unique experience of treating everyone from professional athletes to weekend warriors. My true passion, however, involves getting the everyday patient or athlete back in the game. That means something different to each person. For some, it may mean getting back to a high level of athletic competition, but for others, it may simply mean walking comfortably down the block without pain or playing with their grandchildren. Each patient I see brings a unique life experience and perspective, which is why I believe firmly in treating the whole person, not just the injury. I believe that patient education and involvement in the medical decision making process is key for achieving an excellent outcome and experience. My priority is to help you completely understand your condition and all possible treatment options and resources at your disposal. Together, as a team, we will put together a treatment plan that will best serve you and return you to health."

Biography: Mariana De Michele, M.D., is a board-certified primary care physician at Baptist Health. Dr. De Michele specializes in womens health, weight management and preventative medicine, including diabetes prevention. She is fluent in Spanish, English and Italian. Dr. De Michele is also a clinical faculty at Baptist Health for the upcoming internal medicine residency program. Prior to joining Baptist Health in 2022, Dr. De Michele worked as a clinical assistant professor of internal medicine for Michigan Medicine, the academic medical center of the University of Michigan. She was also a clinical assistant professor at Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine and the director of Cleveland Clinics public walk-in clinic. Dr. De Micheles research includes diabetes prevention, pre-diabetes, physician education and the improvement of healthcare access. Her work is published in the Journal of General Internal Medicine and the Journal of Medical Internet Research. She is also a member of the American College of Physicians Dr. De Michele received several awards from the University of Michigan and Cleveland Clinic Foundation, including the Caring with Excellence Award and the Steven E. Gradwohl Excellence in Continuity General Medicine Teaching Award, which she won twice. She also received three times the Making a Difference Award, a recognition given by patients. Dr. De Michele believes in building long-term relationships with patients, serving each with time, dedication and commitment. Seeing herself as the quarterback of patients medical care, she treats patients like family using compassionate evidence-based care and holistic treatments. When she is not treating patients or instructing new doctors, Dr. De Michele enjoys running, gardening, traveling and spending time with family.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Matthew Clarke is committed to listening to each patient's individual concerns; promoting well-being , as well as individualized comprehensive care for all of his patients.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Eric Balaguer, MD is an orthopedic hand surgery specialist in Palmetto Bay, FL and has been practicing for 10 years.

Biography: Dr. Kathleen Filiaggi, MD is an Internist who practices in Tavernier, FL. She is 58 years old and has been practicing for 28 years. Dr. Kathleen Filiaggi, MD is affiliated with Baptist Health and Baptist Hospital of Miami.