Dr. David Eichten is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon that has completed a fellowship in adult reconstruction/joint replacement surgery of the hip and knee. He earned the Gold Stethoscope Award for finishing first in his medical school class.
Dr. David Eichten is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon that has completed a fellowship in adult reconstruction/joint replacement surgery of the hip and knee. He earned the Gold Stethoscope Award for finishing first in his medical school class.
Biography
Dr. Eichten is an orthopedic surgeon that has completed a fellowship in adult reconstruction/joint replacement surgery of the hip and knee with Dr. Edward Humbert. Dr. Eichten grew up in Minnesota and graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of St. Thomas in 2001 with a degree in Biology. He attended Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences where he graduated with a 4.0 GPA and earned the Gold Stethoscope Award for finishing first in his medical school class. During his third and fourth years of medical school, Dr. Eichten completed his clinical rotations in Fort Myers and confirmed his interest in orthopedic surgery while training with Dr. Humbert and Dr. John B. Fenning. Dr. Eichten then completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Ohio University in Dayton, OH.
Dr. Eichten and his family are excited to be back in Fort Myers for his career as a fellowship-trained orthopedic joint surgeon. He enjoys helping his patients achieve their full functioning potential and improving their quality of life. His recreational time is spent playing golf, tennis, watching Spring Training baseball, traveling and being active outdoors with his family.
Education
University of Saint Thomas, Saint Paul, MN – BA Biological Sciences
Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences, Kansas City, MO – Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Dayton, OH – Osteopathic Internship
Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Dayton, OH – Orthopedic Surgical Residency
Joint Implant Surgeons of Florida, Fort Myers, FL – Fellowship in Joint Replacement of the Hip and Knee
Board Status
Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon (AOBOS)
Distinctions
Member American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
Member American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics
Member AO Trauma
Member Board of Directors for Mision al Mundo
Member American Osteopathic Association (AOA)

Dr Eichten is a fantastic doctor. I was a high risk patient and he took a chance on a knee replacement. I experienced a highly satisfactory outcome. I am walking pain free for the first time in three years. Kudos to Dr Eichten
In my opinion, Dr Eichten is the best Ortho Doctor in the area. Excellent personality and demeanor. He’s replaced my both hips and my right knee within the past 6 years. Absolutely no problems.
Very knowledable, understanding, informative, and shows much concern for the patient. We need more like him.
Easy to talk . Answers all questions
Extremely professional and knowledgeable
As always, Dr. Eichten was able to relieve my pain and help me feel better.
The doctor is great.
Excellent surgeon and explains your situation very well. Good support staff.
Dr. Eichten and his staff were excellent and very professional.
Very personal and answers my questions. Allows you to make decision, on what treatment you would like or if you want to proceed with surgery, giving you informed information, to make the best decision.