Summary

Dr. Donald Vliegenthart is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who has dedicated nearly five decades to helping patients overcome spine and musculoskeletal challenges. He earned his medical degree from the University of South Florida Health Morsani College of Medicine and completed his residency training at Finch University of Health Sciences. With 47 years of clinical experience, Dr. Vliegenthart has developed extensive expertise in treating complex spinal conditions across all age groups. He is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve a diverse patient community.

Dr. Vliegenthart practices at Total Spine and Orthopedics in Melbourne, Florida, and maintains hospital privileges at Palm Bay Hospital. His clinical focus centers on comprehensive back pain management, including specialized care for pregnant women experiencing back discomfort and adolescents dealing with spinal issues. He utilizes advanced diagnostic tools like MRI of the lumbar spine to accurately assess conditions. Dr. Vliegenthart also emphasizes non-surgical treatment approaches, incorporating physical therapy and strength training programs to help patients regain mobility and function. Patients consistently rate his care highly, giving him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 47 years of experience
  • 24 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Finch University Of Health Sciences
  • 6 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Total Spine and Orthopedics

Melbourne, FL 32901
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
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4.5 
47 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, German, Russian, English
Melbourne , FLStamford , CTEnglewood Cliffs , NJUniondale , NY
Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Universitaet Rostock Medizinische Fakultaet
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Donald Vliegenthart

  • Accepts Medicare
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Devoted Health
  • Evolutions Healthcare Systems
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Florida Health Care Plans
  • Health First Health Plans
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Progressive
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Donald Vliegenthart has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Finch University Of Health Sciences

Medical School

University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of MedicineGraduated in 1979

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