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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Dr. Candidates is #1 and they don't get any better than that. He's knowledgeable, truthful and a doctor you can trust in every way.
(4 days ago)
Jul-2026
Dr. Canizares was wonderful! He listened attentively and clearly explained the recommended procedure. He was warm, personable and very professional!
(5 days ago)
Jul-2026
Dr Canizares was kind and personable. I appreciated his attention to detail and would recommend him to anyone needing an orthopedic referral.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
He’s the very best. I highly recommend him.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
He is the best. Really cares for his patients and takes the time to explain.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Thorough and polite
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
I’ve had a wonderful experience with Dr. Canizares and his staff. Since my first appointment, I have felt safe and at ease with their care. Grateful for this team!!
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Compassionate doctor and team. Takes time to listen and then presents treatment options.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Excelente profesional
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Doctor was good. But office staff isn’t doing the job. He recommended next appointment in 3 days to schedule surgery quickly before break heals in wrong position. Fair enough. But office staff won’t release request to PCP request for insurance authorization quicker than 5 to 7 days. THEN pcp needs time to process. Lord knows how much time will go by before all the authorizations are done, i’s dotted and t’s crossed treatment can happen. Sometimes you have to expedite paperwork, but this office doesn’t seem to think that’s possible. I hope I’ll make my next appointment- but I think it’s likely I’ll have to reschedule. But ALL the medical care was EXCELLENT.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
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10051 5th St North St. Petersburg, FL 33702
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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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Dr. Candidates is #1 and they don't get any better than that. He's knowledgeable, truthful and a doctor you can trust in every way.
Dr. Canizares was wonderful! He listened attentively and clearly explained the recommended procedure. He was warm, personable and very professional!
Dr Canizares was kind and personable. I appreciated his attention to detail and would recommend him to anyone needing an orthopedic referral.
He’s the very best. I highly recommend him.
He is the best. Really cares for his patients and takes the time to explain.
Thorough and polite
I’ve had a wonderful experience with Dr. Canizares and his staff. Since my first appointment, I have felt safe and at ease with their care. Grateful for this team!!
Compassionate doctor and team. Takes time to listen and then presents treatment options.
Excelente profesional
Doctor was good. But office staff isn’t doing the job. He recommended next appointment in 3 days to schedule surgery quickly before break heals in wrong position. Fair enough. But office staff won’t release request to PCP request for insurance authorization quicker than 5 to 7 days. THEN pcp needs time to process. Lord knows how much time will go by before all the authorizations are done, i’s dotted and t’s crossed treatment can happen. Sometimes you have to expedite paperwork, but this office doesn’t seem to think that’s possible. I hope I’ll make my next appointment- but I think it’s likely I’ll have to reschedule. But ALL the medical care was EXCELLENT.