The
hallmark of the Fracture Care Center is the comprehensive team approach
and commitment to the highest quality orthopaedic care resulting in
successful outcomes.
Our dedicated team, led by
Dr. J. Dean Cole, will see patients through each phase of pre- and
post- surgery.
This outstanding team includes specialized orthopaedic trauma surgical
teams, physician's assistants, ARNP, nurses, physical therapists and
other support staff.
As a part of Florida Hospital, the Fracture Care Center has the resources
to meet the needs of each patient and their families from surgery
to rehabilitation.
Meet the Fracture Care Center Team
Dr.
J. Dean Cole, Medical Director
Dr. Cole, Medical Director of the Fracture Care Center, is nationally
recognized as a leader in orthopaedic traumatology with more than
20 years of experience. His reputation is built on skill, dedication
to excellence, commitment to quality patient care and contribution
to medicine.
Dr. Cole is also well known for his approach to complex procedures
such as deformity correction, bone infection, calcaneus fractures
and nonunions/malunions. He has pioneered the minimally invasive approach
to treating orthopaedic trauma as well as invented new types of implants
and devices to aid in successful surgery outcomes. Highly regarded
among his peers, he is considered an expert in the management and
treatment of orthopaedic traumatology.
First Response Orthopaedic Group
The First Response Orthopaedic Group consists of specialized nurse
practitioners and physician assistants who are on-call 24 hours a
day and seven days a week to assess patients and respond immediately
to orthopaedic needs for the Florida Hospital system. The team assists
Dr. Cole with orthopaedic procedures and typically begins initial
medical care to ensure patients receive timely and effective treatment.
After evaluating an individual patient, Dr. Cole will determine the
course of treatment for the patient specific injury. First Response
Orthopaedic Group members have extensive orthopaedic training and
are uniquely qualified to treat orthopaedic traumas and injuries.
Click here for the First Response Orthopaedic
Group's individual bios.
Specialized Surgery Team
Dr. Cole and his associate is assisted by our specialized
surgical team, which operates seven days per week in state-of-the-art
surgical suites designed for orthopaedic traumatology. Trained by
Dr. Cole, this team combined exceeds more than 20 years experience
in orthopaedic traumatology. This hand-selected group was chosen for
their skill and commitment to excellence in orthopaedics. The expert
surgical team has mastered a streamlined approach to care to ensure
the most optimum environment for excellent patient outcomes. The team
works with physical therapists to coordinate a tailored rehabilitation
program for each patient to ensure their orthopaedic needs are met.
Fracture Care Center Unit
A dedicated Fracture Care Center Unit provides patients with orthopaedic
care pre- and post-surgery. Our caring team of nurses and therapists
works together to promote a patient's successful recovery.
Physical and occupational therapy is provided seven days per week
based on a treatment plan of care prescribed by Dr. Cole and his associates.
Case management works closely with patients, their families and the
Fracture Care Center team to develop an appropriate discharge plan
with supportive services.
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