George H. Canizares, M.D. received his Doctorate of Medicine degree from the University of South Florida College of Medicine in Tampa, FL and served as the class president. He completed his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, MI where he was the chief resident during his senior year. Dr. Canizares has completed a fellowship in Sports Medicine at South Florida Orthopaedic Institute in Coral Gables, FL.
George H. Canizares, M.D. received his Doctorate of Medicine degree from the University of South Florida College of Medicine in Tampa, FL and served as the class president. He completed his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, MI where he was the chief resident during his senior year. Dr. Canizares has completed a fellowship in Sports Medicine at South Florida Orthopaedic Institute in Coral Gables, FL.
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Very nice and explains everything very precisely
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Amazing, as always.
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
He is an outstanding assessor and has amazing bed side manners (not always seen these days)..I highly. recommend him. His resident was also wonderful. .
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
I am always impressed with Dr. Canizares expertise and care. I highly recommend him!
(3 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Appreciated his straightforward approach and willingness to listen and answer questions with my concerns being respected!
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Dr.Canizores explained everything in detail before and after procedure
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
kind, upfront, and honest
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Excellent surgery experience with detailed follow up today.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Wonderful experience
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
First Visit.Busy day there.But.Doctor and staff made me feel at ease.He explained what was going on with my right knee.Happy I don't need surgery
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
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AFOA - 5th Street
10051 5th St North St. Petersburg, FL 33702
AFOA - Bayfront Medical Plaza
603 7th St South Suite 450 & 480 St. Petersburg, FL 33701
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1615 Pasadena Ave S Suite 150 South Pasadena, FL 33707
AFOA - Central Avenue
4423 Central Avenue Central Avenue, FL 33713
George H. Canizares, M.D. received his Doctorate of Medicine degree from the University of South Florida College of Medicine in Tampa, FL and served as the class president. He completed his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, MI where he was the chief resident during his senior year. Dr. Canizares has completed a fellowship in Sports Medicine at South Florida Orthopaedic Institute in Coral Gables, FL.
Dr. Canizares is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery specializing in sports medicine, trauma and knee and shoulder replacement.
Dr. Canizares was selected to the NFL Neutral Physician Examiners Panel and served as the team doctor for the Miami Heat and Miami Sol. He is currently the Tampa Bay Rowdies team physician.
Dr. Canizares was instrumental in the development of the sports medicine program at All Florida Orthopaedic Associates and serves as the head team physician for multiple Pinellas County high schools and Eckerd college. He has also traveled with several professional sports teams as the team physician.
Outside of work, Dr. Canizares enjoys skiing, pickleball and family time.
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Very nice and explains everything very precisely
Amazing, as always.
He is an outstanding assessor and has amazing bed side manners (not always seen these days)..I highly. recommend him. His resident was also wonderful. .
I am always impressed with Dr. Canizares expertise and care. I highly recommend him!
Appreciated his straightforward approach and willingness to listen and answer questions with my concerns being respected!
Dr.Canizores explained everything in detail before and after procedure
kind, upfront, and honest
Excellent surgery experience with detailed follow up today.
Wonderful experience
First Visit.Busy day there.But.Doctor and staff made me feel at ease.He explained what was going on with my right knee.Happy I don't need surgery