4.5
46 Ratings with 10 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Michael Leighton is an orthopedic surgeon who has dedicated 38 years to helping patients overcome musculoskeletal injuries and conditions. He earned his medical degree from UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in New Brunswick, New Jersey, and completed his orthopedic surgery residency training at multiple prestigious institutions including Colorado Health Foundation Presbyterian-St Luke's Medical Center and Rush-Presbyterian-St Luke's Medical Center. Dr. Leighton furthered his expertise through specialized fellowship training in sports medicine and orthopedic surgery at R W Johnson University Hospital. He is board-certified in orthopedic surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and speaks English.
Dr. Leighton practices at Palm Beach Orthopaedic Institute in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, and maintains hospital privileges at Good Samaritan Medical Center. His clinical expertise encompasses treating ACL tears and arthritis, while he also performs arthroscopic …procedures and joint replacement surgeries. Patients particularly benefit from his sports medicine background when addressing athletic injuries and movement-related conditions. His comprehensive approach includes coordinating physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy to optimize patient recovery. Patients have given Dr. Leighton an average rating of 4.5 stars, reflecting their confidence in his surgical skills and patient care.
Read More Read less Dr. Leighton practices at Palm Beach Orthopaedic Institute in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, and maintains hospital privileges at Good Samaritan Medical Center. His clinical expertise encompasses treating ACL tears and arthritis, while he also performs arthroscopic …procedures and joint replacement surgeries. Patients particularly benefit from his sports medicine background when addressing athletic injuries and movement-related conditions. His comprehensive approach includes coordinating physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy to optimize patient recovery. Patients have given Dr. Leighton an average rating of 4.5 stars, reflecting their confidence in his surgical skills and patient care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 38 years of experience
- 40 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Colorado Health Foundation Presbyterian-St Luke's Medical Center Program
- 10 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 20 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
Palm Beach Orthopaedic Institute, P.A.
4215 Burns RdPalm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 Tel: (561) 694-7776
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| Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 38 Years of Experience | 29 Years of Experience | 29 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Palm Beach Gardens , FL | Gulf Breeze , FL | Gulf Breeze , FL | Gulf Breeze , FL |
| Med School: Umdnj-Robt W Johnson Med Sch- New Brunswick Nj | Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine | Med School: The Medical University of South Carolina Charleston | Med School: MCP-Hahnemann School of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Leighton
Medical Specialties
Dr. Michael Leighton has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Michael Leighton has the following 20 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
38 Years Experience
BOARD CERTIFICATIONS
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Orthopaedic Surgery
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Florida, 2027, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Colorado Health Foundation Presbyterian-St Luke's Medical Center Program
Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery; R W Johnson Univ Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery
UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School
Umdnj-Robt W Johnson Med Sch- New Brunswick NjGraduated in 1988
RutgersGraduated in 1988
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