Alfred A. Desimone, MD – South Florida Institute of Sports Medicine

Very professional and friendly staff, Eric is very nice and caring , he solved my knee problem.
You should definitely visit this clinic ????

I sustained non combat related knee injuries recently in Baghdad, Iraq. I conducted extensive research to find who I felt was the right Doctor to help me. I read his Google reviews and felt even more comfortable. I researched medical periodicals and found him highly rated. This led me to contact his office to schedule an appointment. I was referred to his appointment scheduler. Her name was Reny (spelling could be off). I have NEVER encountered such resistance to make an appointment as a new patient. She was over talking me, cut me off and very abrupt. She did everything she could to prevent me from scheduling this appointment. I was advised that Dr. DeSimone hand picks his patients and is very selective. I get that but make that determination after and evaluation is performed. She was very “matter of fact”. I’m certain I was an excellent candidate for surgery but his gate keeper prevented me from taking advantage of his expertise. So this low rating is not about Dr. DeSimone’s performance during a procedure in all fairness. But if he is hiring people that handles patients this way, responsibility has to fall on someone’s shoulders. I called back to a different number to reach someone else and got her again. So there was no way to go around her to get to the Doctor or one of his PA’s.

Although it is my second time around to “reattach” my other shoulder, I feel overwhelmed with emotions and eternal gratitude to the amazing Dr. Al Desimone and his PA staff, Eric and Paul. Dr. D’s is one of the best surgeons in sports medicine and we are incredibly lucky to have him amongst us, train with us, and share with us his talent, his love, and kindness.

There are no words to express clearly how impressed and positive I feel about Dr. DeSimone and his entire staff. I had knee surgery 10 weeks ago and the follow up he himself personally has shown me along with Eric and others at his practice is like non I have experienced even with my general practitioner. Since surgery I have been going to physical therapy which is offered through his practice for over two months they push me with a smile support me with insight into my rehabilitation and help me through those days when I’m feeling a little down and concerned about my progress… Jenn, Paola, Ed, Alexa, Melissa, D’Angelo along with the staff upfront have truly been a godsend for my rehab and recovery. No one wants to need to see an orthopedic surgeon or have to do physical rehabilitation but it happens to all of us I would highly recommend even if it’s for second opinion or physical therapy that you contact Dr. DeSimone.

Dr. D is such an amazing person and doctor. I completely tore my ACL along with my medial and lateral meniscus. Before my surgery, Dr. D and Eric, his PA, did such an amazing job to make me feel comfortable and less nervous about having my surgery. They talked me through the process of the surgery and told me all the details I needed to know. You can tell that Dr. D is a caring, compassionate person and only cares about your best interest. Karla, the surgical coordinator, she went above and beyond to get my surgery as soon as possible. She got everything approved through my insurance for the surgery. She is truly amazing as well. The day of my surgery, Dr. D talked to me in the operating room and made me feel safe and confident for my surgery. My knee is looking amazing and I’m making a great recovery. If you’re in need of surgery I HIGHLY recommend doing it with Dr. D. The best experience you can ask for and such a sweet group of people. I hold a spot deep in my heart for Dr. D and will always appreciate what he has done for me.