H. Kurtis Biggs
Orthopedist
1250 Pine ridge Road Suite 203 Naples Florida, 34108About
H. Kurtis Biggs, DO, is founder of the Joint Replacement Institute in Naples, Florida. He is a nationwide expert and a fellowship trained joint replacement surgeon, having completed over 400 joint replacements per year. Dr. Biggs also helped to develop two other hospital based joint replacement centers. In the academic setting, Dr. Biggs served as a professor at Nova Southeastern University and Ohio University of Osteopathic Medicine. He also worked as an instructor for knee and hip replacements. He is very involved in research, helping to pioneer new techniques in the field of joint replacement.
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Education and Training
Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Board Certification
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopedic Surgery
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Associate Clinical Professor, Ohio University of Osteopathic Medicine -
- Past Clinical Professor at Nova Southeastern University -
Awards
- Compass Award, Naples Community Hospital, 2012
- Patient's Choice Award, 2011-2012
- Teacher of the Year, 2004
Internships
- Doctor's Hospital Stark County
Fellowships
- Cleveland Clinic Foundation (Joint Replacement)
Professional Society Memberships
- American Osteopathic Association, American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics, Ohio Osteopathic Association, Florida Osteopathic Medical Association
What do you attribute your success to?
Family, Being an Example for his Children, Dedication
Hobbies / Sports
- Motorcycles, Coaching Sports
Favorite professional publications
- Orthopedics Today
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