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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Dont get any better
(3 days ago)
Jul-2026
He was very thorough and patient with explaining my fracture situation to maintain me
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
I visited Dr Claire with pain in my right foot I had major surgery on it almost 10 years ago and the nerve pain is escalating each year he listened and he gave me some suggestions to try I appreciate him listening to me.
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Dr Clare is an excellent provider and very professional. His knowledge goes way and above. He has excellent bedside manner and so much respect for his patients.
(3 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Excellent. He truly cares for the health of his patients and looks out for their best well being. Knowledgeable and always profesional I’m so happy to have chosen 360 Ortho.
(3 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
By far the best orthopedic doctor I know.
(3 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
What a wonderful Dr. This was my first time meeting him and it was an excellent experience! Dr. Clare really listens and he explains things very well so you definitely understand. He really put my mInd at ease. Thank you Dr. Clare 😊 Very friendly and professional
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Michael was wonderful. Very clear communication and willing to help me move through healing, meeting me where I am in my skills and comfort level.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
This DR knows his stuff! I feel very confident when he has worked on me. He has made a solid, positive impact on my mobility and the ability to move like I used to be able to. I recommend him to any/everybody who needs leg or foot surgery!
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
He was great!
(1 month ago)
May-2026
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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.
Dont get any better
He was very thorough and patient with explaining my fracture situation to maintain me
I visited Dr Claire with pain in my right foot I had major surgery on it almost 10 years ago and the nerve pain is escalating each year he listened and he gave me some suggestions to try I appreciate him listening to me.
Dr Clare is an excellent provider and very professional. His knowledge goes way and above. He has excellent bedside manner and so much respect for his patients.
Excellent. He truly cares for the health of his patients and looks out for their best well being. Knowledgeable and always profesional I’m so happy to have chosen 360 Ortho.
By far the best orthopedic doctor I know.
What a wonderful Dr. This was my first time meeting him and it was an excellent experience! Dr. Clare really listens and he explains things very well so you definitely understand. He really put my mInd at ease. Thank you Dr. Clare 😊 Very friendly and professional
Michael was wonderful. Very clear communication and willing to help me move through healing, meeting me where I am in my skills and comfort level.
This DR knows his stuff! I feel very confident when he has worked on me. He has made a solid, positive impact on my mobility and the ability to move like I used to be able to. I recommend him to any/everybody who needs leg or foot surgery!
He was great!