ORTHOPAEDICS IS A TEAM APPROACH
Collier Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center is dedicated to the care of the musculoskeletal system, specializing in minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery, sports medicine, shoulder and rotator cuff problems, trauma, and total joint replacements. Its skilled staff includes board certified physician assistant Dale Council, P.A.-C., a graduate of the University of Florida's physician assistant program, with over 19 years orthopaedic experience. A PA is a health professional licensed to practice medicine under the supervision of a physician, providing patients with physical examinations, counsels on preventive health and acts as first assistant in surgical operations.
GETTING BETTER
Known for his incredibly skilled hands, it is Dr. Guerra’s wise, warm bedside manner that patients say truly separates him from the rest of the sports medicine world. His surgical procedures are performed either outpatient or with a 23-hour observation at the hospital. Physical therapy starts within the first few days of surgery with a customized exercise program designed to improve strength and range of motion.You don’t have to be a Cy Young Award winner, the Super Bowl MVP or own a Master’s green jacket to get your foot in the door at Collier Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center. The majority of patients are recreational athletes, weekend warriors, tennis-playing moms, rollerblading dads, and those in need of joint replacements. |
| Physical Therapy begins the day after surgery as Dr. Guerra discusses an individualized rehabilitation protocol with his patient. |