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 is the best. Does not push surgery. Excellent bed side manners and listens to you problems before offering a solution.
Sep-2025
As always!
Sep-2025
I am still in
Pain. The pain is all
The time can’t walk or stand or sit without aching
Sep-2025
On time, very interested, sincere
Sep-2025
Dr. Canizares is the best! He has taken care of me and my knee for 25 years. I finally had to do the replacement. You are in good caring hands with him. 😊
Sep-2025
Very compassionate doctor. I highly recommend him.
Sep-2025
Very knowledgeable and takes the time to listen. Highly recommend
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
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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 is the best. Does not push surgery. Excellent bed side manners and listens to you problems before offering a solution.
As always!
I am still in Pain. The pain is all The time can’t walk or stand or sit without aching
On time, very interested, sincere
Dr. Canizares is the best! He has taken care of me and my knee for 25 years. I finally had to do the replacement. You are in good caring hands with him. 😊
Very compassionate doctor. I highly recommend him.
Very knowledgeable and takes the time to listen. Highly recommend
Dr. Canizares is the best.
Always professional
Professional, knowledgeable, friendly. Highly recommend.