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The objective of Citrus Memorial Orthopedic Center is to help patients regain their mobility and return to active, independent lives. This is achieved through the diagnosis and treatment of the entire spectrum of musculoskeletal disorders by the respected physicians who are affiliated with Citrus Memorial Health System.

Spine Surgery


Dr. Ronzo
James J. Ronzo, D.O.
Dr. Ronzo, a Board-Certified Fellowship-trained spine surgeon, received his education and training from the Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine in FT. Lauderdale, FL. He completed an orthopedic residency at Genesis Regional Medical Center in Grand Blanc, MI and a Spine Fellowship at Tampa General Hospital in Tampa, FL.

His practice:
Gulfcoast Spine Institute
2300 E. Norvell Bryant Highway (CR486)
Hernando, 34442
(352) 341-4778.
http://www.gulfcoastspine.net


Dr. Bono
Frank Bono, D.O.
Frank Sal Bono, D.O. is a board certified, fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in disorders of the spine. He is a graduate of the University of Central Florida with a B.S. in Psychology and a minor in Biology and Chemistry. In 2000, he completed his medical education at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, FL, where he earned his degree in Osteopathic Medicine. He performed both his internship and residency at Botsford General Hospital in Farmington Hills, MI. He completed a Neurosurgical and Orthopedic Surgery fellowship in the Department of Spinal Surgery at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor, MI. In August 2007, he joined with Dr. Ronzo and Gulfcoast Spine Institute contributing to the advancement of Minimally Invasive Spinal Technology.

His practice:
Gulfcoast Spine Institute
2300 E. Norvell Bryant Highway (CR486)
Hernando, 34442
(352) 341-4778.
http://www.gulfcoastspine.net


Dr. Toumbis
Constantine A. Toumbis, M.D., PhD
Dr. Toumbis, a Board Certified and Fellowship trained spine surgeon, received his medical degree from the Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, MI. He completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at the University Of Florida Department Of Orthopedic Surgery, Jacksonville, FL. Dr. Toumbis did a Spine Surgery Fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, The Spine Institute, Weston, Florida.

His practice:
Citrus Orthopaedic and Joint Institute
950 N. Avalon Way
Lecanto, 34461
(352) 746-2663.
http://www.citrusortho.net

Orthopedics


Dr. Bendowski
Thomas F. Bendowski, M.D.
Dr. Bendowski, a Board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon, received his medical degree from Georgetown University Medical School. He completed a residency in orthopedic surgery at Tripler Army Medical Center in Honolulu. Dr. Bendowski has been affiliated with Citrus Memorial since 1992.

His practice:
Gulf to Lake Orthopedics
6480 W. Gulf To Lakes Highway
Crystal River, 34429
(352) 795-4422.


Dr. Hirsch
Eric Hirsch, M.D.
Dr. Hirsch, a Board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon, received his medical degree from the Tulane School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA, and completed his residency at William Beaumont Army Medical Center and Texas Tech University Health Science Center in El Paso. He did an Adult Reconstructive Fellowship (Total Joints) at Peachtree Orthopedic Clinic in Atlanta. Dr. Hirsch became affiliated with Citrus Memorial in 2006 after practicing as an Orthopedic Surgeon for over 14 years.

His practice:
Citrus Orthopaedic & Joint Institute
950 N. Avalon Way
Lecanto, 34461
(352) 746-2663
http://www.citrusortho.net


Dr. Hubbard
Jeremiah A. Hubbard, D.O.
Dr. Hubbard, a Board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon, received his education and training from the University of Hea1th Sciences in Kansas City, MO. He did his residency at Oakland General Hospital, Madison Heights, MI. Dr. Hubbard has been affiliated with Citrus Memorial since 1990.

His practice:
Nature Coast Orthopaedics
520 S.E. 8th Ave.
Crystal River, 34429
(352) 564-2663.