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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He’s makes me feel comfortable each time.
(2 days ago)
Sep-2026
His kind he listens explain things clearly
(2 days ago)
Sep-2026
Easy to talk to. Very friendly. Straight shooter.
(6 days ago)
Sep-2026
Very professional
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
He’s a very good surgeon. I trust him and I must admit I don’t trust easily :)
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Amazing
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Family has been going to him for years. He did my knee and my husband's shoulder. Excellent work with quick recovery. Just had an injection in my shoulder for tendinitis.
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
He is very friendly, knowledgeable, and explains everything very well!!
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Very nice and explains everything very precisely
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Amazing, as always.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
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
AFOA - South Pasadena
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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He’s makes me feel comfortable each time.
His kind he listens explain things clearly
Easy to talk to. Very friendly. Straight shooter.
Very professional
He’s a very good surgeon. I trust him and I must admit I don’t trust easily :)
Amazing
Family has been going to him for years. He did my knee and my husband's shoulder. Excellent work with quick recovery. Just had an injection in my shoulder for tendinitis.
He is very friendly, knowledgeable, and explains everything very well!!
Very nice and explains everything very precisely
Amazing, as always.