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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Always friendly and nice.
(6 days ago)
Mar-2026
Amazing doctor
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Extremely personal and attentive, my kind of doctor.
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Excellent Surgeon
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Great advice for speedy recovery
(2 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Been with George for 15 plus years now a femur and knee and the best dr around. Athlete and former specialist forces i highly suggest and rec George.
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Good doctor
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Great. Took time with us to fully explain everything
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Dr. Canizares took the time to listen to my concerns and provided knowledgeable and professional care and information for my follow up knee replacement. I fully recommend his services. I’m glad he was referred to me when I asked for the very best.
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
excellent follow up visit. And took five minutes to discuss a administrative matter which I really appreciated!
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
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10051 5th St North St. Petersburg, FL 33702
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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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Always friendly and nice.
Amazing doctor
Extremely personal and attentive, my kind of doctor.
Excellent Surgeon
Great advice for speedy recovery
Been with George for 15 plus years now a femur and knee and the best dr around. Athlete and former specialist forces i highly suggest and rec George.
Good doctor
Great. Took time with us to fully explain everything
Dr. Canizares took the time to listen to my concerns and provided knowledgeable and professional care and information for my follow up knee replacement. I fully recommend his services. I’m glad he was referred to me when I asked for the very best.
excellent follow up visit. And took five minutes to discuss a administrative matter which I really appreciated!