Dr. Michael Clare, M.D., is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and foot and ankle surgery specialist at 360 Orthopedics in Sarasota, Venice, and Lakewood Ranch, Florida.
Dr. Clare attended Gustavus Adolphus College in Minnesota where he earned his bachelor’s degree in biology. He then attended the University of Nebraska College of Medicine for his medical degree. He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, followed by a foot and ankle surgery/lower extremity trauma fellowship at Florida Orthopaedic Institute.
Dr. Michael Clare, M.D., is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and foot and ankle surgery specialist at 360 Orthopedics in Sarasota, Venice, and Lakewood Ranch, Florida.
Dr. Clare attended Gustavus Adolphus College in Minnesota where he earned his bachelor’s degree in biology. He then attended the University of Nebraska College of Medicine for his medical degree. He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, followed by a foot and ankle surgery/lower extremity trauma fellowship at Florida Orthopaedic Institute.
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Dr Clare listened to what I had to say and explained my problems well. He gave me stretching exercises to do at home that should help me in time.
(3 days ago)
Nov-2025
Excellent communication skills. First visit and he explained things so well. Also very friendly and spent right amount of time with me. All of the staff I interacted with were very helpless & friendly
(3 days ago)
Nov-2025
I would like to complement him as he is a professional, caring, listening to you, doctor. He wants to make sure you get the help that you need. Thank you for being there and helping us with our needs and would highly recommend 360 orthopedics to anyone who needs help. Jim.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
He operated on me July 29th since then he has told me everything I will experience , how quickly I will be able to do this or that and everytime he says it he has been golden. I followed every recommendation he gave me and he’s been impressed with my recovery for an overweight 67yr old male. The man is very good
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Dr. Clare is a great surgeon!
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Dr. Clare and staff were very attentive and informative throughout my patient experience.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
The best orthopedic foot surgeon! Compassionate, great listener.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Listens to the patient and doesn’t rush you out. Also very knowledgeable.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Dr. Clare is one of the most knowledgeable and professional orthopedic surgeons. He always takes the time to thoroughly explain his diagnosis and answers all questions that I may have.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Excellent Doctor
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
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Sarasota, FL
5741 Bee Ridge Rd Suite 450 Sarasota, FL 34233
Venice, FL
5504 Pinebrook Rd Suite 201 Sarasota, FL 34233
Lakewood Ranch, FL
5985 Silver Falls Run Suite 101 Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
Dr. Michael Clare, M.D., is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and foot and ankle surgery specialist at 360 Orthopedics in Sarasota, Venice, and Lakewood Ranch, Florida.
Dr. Clare attended Gustavus Adolphus College in Minnesota where he earned his bachelor’s degree in biology. He then attended the University of Nebraska College of Medicine for his medical degree. He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, followed by a foot and ankle surgery/lower extremity trauma fellowship at Florida Orthopaedic Institute.
Dr. Clare specializes in foot and ankle surgery and lower extremity trauma/reconstruction, including ankle replacement. He served as Assistant Professor at the University of Nebraska, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery from 2002-2005. In 2005 he returned to Tampa to join the Florida Orthopaedic Institute (FOI) where he practiced and served as Director of Fellowship Education, and later Fellowship Director for the FOI Foot and Ankle Fellowship until December 2018.
He returned to his hometown of Lincoln, Nebraska in January 2019, and worked for Nebraska Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine, before returning to Florida to join 360 Orthopedics. He remains Course Director for the Current Solutions in Foot & Ankle Surgery Course held annually in Tampa since 2008. He has presented lectures and research at over 100 meetings and instructional courses, and has published over 70 research articles, book chapters, and abstracts. He has been included on the list of Best Doctors in America since 2011. Dr. Clare is married with three grown children, and is an avid golfer.
Dr Clare listened to what I had to say and explained my problems well. He gave me stretching exercises to do at home that should help me in time.
Excellent communication skills. First visit and he explained things so well. Also very friendly and spent right amount of time with me. All of the staff I interacted with were very helpless & friendly
I would like to complement him as he is a professional, caring, listening to you, doctor. He wants to make sure you get the help that you need. Thank you for being there and helping us with our needs and would highly recommend 360 orthopedics to anyone who needs help. Jim.
He operated on me July 29th since then he has told me everything I will experience , how quickly I will be able to do this or that and everytime he says it he has been golden. I followed every recommendation he gave me and he’s been impressed with my recovery for an overweight 67yr old male. The man is very good
Dr. Clare is a great surgeon!
Dr. Clare and staff were very attentive and informative throughout my patient experience.
The best orthopedic foot surgeon! Compassionate, great listener.
Listens to the patient and doesn’t rush you out. Also very knowledgeable.
Dr. Clare is one of the most knowledgeable and professional orthopedic surgeons. He always takes the time to thoroughly explain his diagnosis and answers all questions that I may have.
Excellent Doctor