Overview
Dr. John is a fellowship-trained Orthopedic Surgeon. His clinical subspecialty is adult hip and knee reconstruction, including primary, complex primary, and revision hip and knee joint replacement. Dr. John completed his Residency in Orthopedic Surgery at Howard University Hospital in Washington, D.C. and a Fellowship in Adult Reconstruction Surgery at the Virginia Commonwealth University Hospital in Richmond, Virginia. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons and American College of Surgeons. He is certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery and sees patients at our Grasslands Campus and the Medical Center. What is your patient care philosophy? My philosophy is to exhaust conservative measures for a patient’s condition before surgical intervention is instituted. I aim to educate patients about their condition so they can make informed decisions about the management of their condition. This allows me to develop a therapeutic alliance with the patient. What would you like people to know about you as a physician? I am empathetic and listen attentively to my patients before formulating a diagnosis. I believe in being a strong advocate for my patients. Why did you decide to become a physician? I see being a physician as an opportunity to help others unconditionally, while still instilling hope and optimism during their episode of care. What do you enjoy most about working with patients? I truly enjoy getting my patients back to their healthy, active lifestyles safely and in the shortest possible time. When did you know you wanted to be a doctor? Ever since I was child, I wanted to become a medical doctor. The physicians in my family were my mentors growing up and heavily influenced my career path. My decision to specialize in orthopedic surgery came after having multiple injuries during my college soccer career. How does your work improve lives? For most patients who have had a joint replaced, everyday life becomes easier as their mobility is improved. Patients can be more active, as reasonable recreational activities become achievable and enjoyable again. Also, patients’ overall health is improved as increasing mobility reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease. What are some interesting facts about you? I’m an avid soccer fan. I played soccer at college and have also held the position of team doctor for The Trinidad and Tobago National Soccer team.
WebsiteMedical Specialties and Areas of Expertise
Orthopedic Surgeon
Education & Training
Howard University Hospital (Residency)
Virginia Commonwealth University - Orthopaedic Surgery Fellowship (Fellowship)
Doctorate - University of the West Indies-Faculty of Medical Sciences
Medical Conditions Treated
conditions treated by an Orthopedic Surgeon, like Dr. Mario John, may include:
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Medical Procedures Performed
procedures performed by an Orthopedic Surgeon, like Dr. Mario John, may include:
Orthopedic Consultation, Spinal Cord Surgery, Arthroscopy, Orthopedic Follow Up, Spinal Cord Tumor, Spine Specialist Consultation, Spine Specialist Follow Up, Vertebroplasty, Musculoskeletal Surgery, Orthopedic Trauma, Orthopedic Brace, Spinal Cord Minimally Invasive Surgery, Spinal Cord Reconstructive Surgery, Spinal Cord Second Opinion, Laminectomy, Knee Surgery, Hip Surgery, Hand Surgery, Elbow Surgery, Knee Replacement Surgery, Hip Replacement Surgery, Hip and Knee Surgery Consultation, Hip and Knee Surgery Follow Up, Orthopedic Reconstruction Consultation, Hand and Wrist Reconstruction, Orthopedic Reconstruction Follow Up, Total Hip Replacement, Total Knee Replacement, Total Shoulder Replacement, Cartilage Transplantation, Elbow Replacement Surgery, Osteotomy, Ligament Reconstruction, Orthopedic Trauma Follow Up, Deformity Correction (Post Trauma), Joint Contracture Release, Limb Reconstruction, Open Reduction and Internal Fixation Surgery, Spine Immobilization, Allograft Reconstruction, Nail Cement Spacer Reconstruction, Prosthetics, Osteotomy, Head and Neck Reconstruction, Fingers Reconstruction, Reverse Shoulder Replacement, Spinal Infusions, Kyphoplasty, Partial Knee Replacement, Casting and Splinting, Revisional Hip Replacement Surgery, Revisional Knee Replacement Surgery, Limb Lengthening and Realignment, Spinal Cord Surgery Consultation, Orthopedic Second Opinion, Independent Medical Exam (Orthopedic), Orthopedic Consultation (Spine), Orthopedic Follow Up (Spine), Diskectomy / Discectomy, Spinal Cord Stimulator Implantation Consultation, Arthrodesis, Arthropathy, Orthopedic Consultation (Ankle), Orthopedic Follow Up (Ankle), Ankle Second Opinion, Knee arthroscopy, Hip arthroscopy, Shoulder Reconstructive Surgery Consultation, Shoulder Reconstructive Surgery Follow up and Viscosupplementation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. John's office.
Insurances
Please contact Dr. John's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Locations
Lakeland Regional Health Grasslands Campus
3030 Harden Blvd
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 687-1250
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mario John accepting new patients?
Yes, Mario John is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Mario John offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. John's office at (863) 687-1250 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
Does Mario John offer telehealth appointments?
Please contact Dr. John's office at (863) 687-1250 for information telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which language(s) does Mario John speak?
Mario John speaks English.
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