The Florida Knee and Orthopedic Centers is a multi-site group orthopedic surgical practice specializing in knee, hip and shoulder problems with an emphasis on joint replacement and arthroscopy. We are one of the largest orthopedic institutes in the U.S.
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The Florida Knee and Orthopedic Centers

Center of Distinctions
One of the largest facilities of its kind in the United States
The Florida Knee and Orthopedic Centers are of the most experienced meniscus cartilage transplant centers in the world. We are the first center to complete a knee arthroscopy in Florida, the first ligament transplant in Florida and the first meniscus cartilage transplant in Florida.

Diagnosis and Treatment
Diagnosis and treatment of knee, hip and shoulder
Knee Surgery – Partial Knee Replacement, Total Knee Replacement, Hip Replacement, Meniscus Transplants, Arthroscopic Surgery for torn knee ligaments and cartilage / shoulder impingement problems, open repair of Shoulder Rotator Cuff, Joint Replacement for arthritis and Hyaluronate treatments.
FREE X-Ray or MRI Evaluation
Submit your X-Rays or MRI for a free evaluation
To submit your X-rays and receive a free X-Ray or MRI evaluation, please call FKOC at 1-800-881-8485 or email us at jointpain@fla-ortho.com. Click here for more information. If you do not have X-Rays you can request a prescription for an X-Ray be taken in your local area.

Attend our FREE Seminar
Learn how to address your painful knee problems
We’ll introduce you to advanced treatments that can offer dramatic relief of your pain including information on medications, education on nutrition and exercise, surgical procedures and provide specialists that are knowledgable in the latest diagnostic methods.
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Meet our Expert Orthopedic Doctors

Orthopedic Surgeon, Orthopedic Doctor

Dr. Ronald Hayter, M.D. – Orthopedic Surgeon

Dr. Hayter has been practicing with the Florida Knee and Orthopedic Centers for over 22 years and is board certified with the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Dr. Hayter is one of the most experienced orthopedic surgeons in the Tampa area and is very much an indispensable part of our expert orthopedic staff.

Orthopedic Surgeon, Orthopedic Doctor

Dr. Jose Amundaray, M.D. – Orthopedic Surgeon

Dr. Amundaray started practicing with us over thirteen years ago, he is also a member of the Florida Orthopedic Society and was recently named one of the nation’s best orthopedic surgeons by US News.

We are proud to have this nationally awarded doctor as one of our very own orthopedic surgeons.

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Who gets shoulder pain?
After age 25, most shoulder pain is caused by the effect of repeated overhead motions for a long period of time. Read full answer →

Who can benefit from a partial knee replacement?
Partial Knee Replacements are designed for patients whose x-rays show arthritis in one knee compartment and who have not had satisfactory pain relief with non-surgical treatment. Read full answer →

Hip Replacement vs. Hip Resurfacing, which is right for you?
The past decade has seen new combinations of implant materials and surgical techniques that have made hip replacement and hip resurfacing a very positive solution to the pain and immobility of arthritis. Read full answer →