Meet Our Physicians
- Kenneth Cintron, MD
Foot and Ankle Specialist - Rahul V. Deshmukh, MD
Sports Medicine Specialist - Gavan P. Duffy, MD
Joint Replacement Specialist - Chris R. Goll, MD
Hand Specialist - R. David Heekin, MD, FACS
Joint Replacement Specialist - Robert K. Hurford Jr., MD
Spine Specialist - Kevin P. Murphy, MD
Sports Medicine Specialist - Paul Shirley, MD
Knee Specialist - Timothy L. Sternberg, DMD, MD
Pain Medicine Specialist
Specialized Orthopedic Care
When you have a bone, muscle, or joint injury, you want the very best care and the greatest possible results. At Heekin Orthopedic Specialists all of our surgeons are fellowship-trained, meaning they have completed additional training at prestigious programs across the country to rank among the top experts in their field. Our expert physicians have a passion for the specialties they treat and are consistently on the cutting edge of patient care.
Our Specialties Include:
World Class Specialists
Our physicians and surgeons are respected worldwide as speakers and trainers because of their successes and innovations in orthopedics. Each one is fellowship-trained, meaning they’ve completed advanced training in highly specialized areas of their field.
Online Office Support
We know you’re busy. That’s why our site lets you schedule appointments, fill out first-visit paperwork, request medical files, prepare for surgery, and much more. Visit our Online Office today to prepare for your next visit.
Patient Testimonials
At the age of 44, Dr. Heekin replaced my left knee. Since the surgery, I have an active, busy life with no pain, that enabled me to have such a great recovery and mobility.
Surgery Information
We answer frequently-asked questions by patients considering surgery, and provide pre-operative preparation procedures for patients. Read about our pre-operative Education Program.
Personalized Physical Therapy
Whatever your condition or diagnosis, we will help you improve your results with our personalized on-site therapy. Each physical therapist is trained to fulfill the stringent rehab protocol prescribed by your physician.
Orthopedic Research
As a leader in orthopedics, we proudly sponsor ongoing research and development for new procedures, technology, and products. Learn more about HIOR, the Heekin Institute for Orthopedic Research.
Convenient Locations
Our four full service, state-of-the-art facilities are conveniently located throughout the Jacksonville tri-county area. Each facility offers the same high quality, personalized health care that makes Heekin Orthopedic Specialists the most respected name in North Florida orthopedic care.
News & Events
Heekin Orthopedic Specialists is dedicated to serving North Florida and actively sponsors and participates in local healthy-living events. Learn about upcoming events, and join in the fun!
Dr. Deshmukh talks about Kevin Ware's NCAA tourney injury with Staci Spanos of WJXT
04.02.2013
