Orthopaedic Associates of Fort Walton Beach

Orthopaedic Associates of Fort Walton Beach is an orthopedic surgeon practice in Fort Walton Beach, FL, located at 1034 Marwalt Dr. The clinic provides specialized care for the ankle, knee, hip, shoulder, elbow, and wrist, treating fractures, sports injuries, musculoskeletal disorders, and spine conditions in adults and children. Services include back, neck, and spine care, casting, durable medical equipment, MRI, osteoporosis treatment, pain management, physical and occupational therapy, shoulder and sports medicine, surgery centers, ultrasound, and X-ray. The practice also offers orthobiologics and an orthopaedic urgent care center.

The medical team includes nine physicians: Mark J. Tenholder, M.D., James F. Watt, D.O., Dale T. Landry, Jr., M.D., T. Jacob Seales, M.D., Brandon Cook, M.D., David J. Dean, D.O., Jake Hawkins, M.D., David P. Johnson, M.D., and Nicholas I. Pilla, M.D. The practice has served the region since 1988 and maintains three clinics in Fort Walton Beach, Destin, and Crestview. Dr. David Dean is noted as the first surgeon in the region to offer Mako SmartRobotics for shoulder replacement. Dr. James Watt contributed to a multicenter study on carpal tunnel surgery outcomes. Dr. Nicholas Pilla is a fellowship-trained hand surgeon joining the team to provide care for the hand, wrist, and elbow. The practice serves as the team doctor for Fort Walton Beach High School, Choctawhatchee High School, South Walton High School, and Niceville High School. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

The practice holds a rating of 4.60. It is known for its long-standing presence in the community and its comprehensive range of on-site diagnostic and therapeutic services.