Osteoarthritis of Hand near Hollywood, FL

Care Philosophy: Dr. Schiffman is committed to providing solutions for bone and joint conditions that improve his patients quality of life.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Robin Simon is an Orthopedic Surgeon serving the Hollywood & Plantation areas for more than 25 years. Dr. Simon is experienced in Osteoarthritis, Cast Care and Orthopedic Surgery. She is a professional member of the American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics and the American Osteopathic Association.

Biography: Dr. Kevin McCarthy, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist who practices in Hollywood, FL. He is 37 years old. Dr. Kevin McCarthy, MD is affiliated with HCA Florida Aventura Hospital.

Care Philosophy: The Institute of Sports Medicine and Orthopaedics was created on the premise of "primum non nocere"--first do no harm. Our philosophy is to accurately evaluate and diagnose patients and guide them through their joirney to improvement. Depending on your condition, we will begin your course of treatment with a conservative approach. Surgical procedures will be considered only after this conservative treatment does not create the desired outcomes. At the Institute of Sports Medicine and orthopaedics, we use only the latest techniques and advances in orthopaedics, including those in arthroscopic surgery. If surgery is necessary, you can be assured you will be provided with a superior level of surgical care. Following your surgery, we will guide you through post-operative rehabilitation so you can quickly return to your normal daily activities.

Biography: Dr. Blom is a board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon with fellowship training in Adult Reconstruction. Although Dr. Blom practices General Orthopaedics as well as Ortho Trauma, his particular interest is in Joint Replacement. Specifically the management of arthritic diseases of the hip and knee. Dr. Blom received his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine in 1991. He completed his internship at Fitzsimons Army Medical Center in 1992 and his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at Brooke Army Medical Center in 2001. Dr. Blom completed a Fellowship in Adult Reconstruction at the University of Colorado. Prior to starting private practice, Dr. Blom spent 16 years in the United States Army. During that time he had been deployed many times to areas including Haiti, Central America, Europe, North Africa and the Middle East. Dr. Blom Specializes in Adult Reconstruction which is a subspecialty of Orthopaedic Surgery that deals with degenerative conditions of the hip and knee; as well as arthritis, bone and joint injuries, muscle problems, joint stiffness, pain and sports related injuries.

Biography: Dr. Jackson G. Cohen is a fellowship-trained, board-certified, interventional pain medicine physician. Dr. Cohen completed his internship in Internal Medicine at Maimonides Hospital in Brooklyn before moving to Miami for his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital, where he served as Chief Resident. He then went on to complete a fellowship in Interventional Pain Medicine with the Department of Anesthesia at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital. Dr. Cohen specializes in the treatment of spine and musculoskeletal pain, including neck and low back pain, hip, knee and shoulder pain, arthritis, tendon injuries, sports injuries, nerve pain, complex regional pain syndrome, and cancer pain, among other chronic pain conditions. Each patient receives an individualized treatment and management plan that is optimized to fit his or her unique needs. Dr. Cohen practices with a holistic approach, utilizing physical therapy and other modalities, minimally invasive procedures, collaborative patient education, and positive lifestyle modifications to reach healthy, positive outcomes. His ultimate goal is to provide pain relief for his patients, while also helping patients enjoy improved function and higher overall quality of life. He performs a variety of non-surgical and minimally invasive surgical procedures from fluoroscopic and ultrasound-guided injections to the placement of spinal cord stimulators and intrathecal pumps. He stays up to date on the latest advancements in treatment options for his patients in order to offer the best care possible. Dr. Cohen has also published numerous papers in peer-reviewed journals, written book chapters, and presented his work at national and international conferences. He continues to participate in clinical research as part of his practice in order to advance the field of pain medicine and outcomes for all patients suffering from chronic and debilitating pain. Most importantly, Dr. Cohen's primary concern is always his patients, and he is passionate about patient care. Outside of work, Dr. Cohen enjoys spending time with his family, cooking and barbecuing, going to the gym, and playing sports.