Nigel Sparks, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon
Physician Profile
Nigel Sparks, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon who is fellowship trained in sports medicine. Dr. Sparks served as an assistant team physician for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, University of Miami and FIU. Prior to becoming an orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Sparks was an All-American and professional soccer player. His areas of expertise include:
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Sports Medicine
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Ligament and Tendon Reconstruction
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Cartilage Restoration
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Knee
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Ankle
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Shoulder and Elbow
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Arthroscopy
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General Orthopedics
Specialties:
Orthopedic Surgeon
An Orthopaedic Surgeon is educated in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. This specialist is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
American Board of Orthopedic Surgery
Sports Medicine Specialist
An Internist who specializes in preventing, diagnosing and treating injuries related to participating in sports and/or exercise. In addition to the study of those fields that focus on prevention, diagnosis, treatment and management of injuries, sports medicine also deals with illnesses and diseases that might have effects on health and physical performance.
American Board of Internal Medicine
Education & Training:
BS in Biology
Pennsylvania State University, Hershey, PA
1989 - 1994
Doctor of Medicine
Drexel University College of Medicine/Hahnemann, Philadephia, PA
1994 - 1998
Internship
Union Memorial Hospital, Baltimore, MD
1998 - 1999
Residency
Union Memorial Hospital, Baltimore, MD
1999 - 2003
Fellowship
UHZ Sports Medicine Institute, Coral Gables, FL
2003 - 2004
Hospital Affiliation:
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Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville
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Baptist Medical Center South
Ages Treated:
Infant
Toddler
Adolescent
Teen
Adult
Senior
Legal Practice Name:
Jacksonville Orthopaedic Institute, Inc.
From the Doctor:
Since our move to Jacksonville in 2009 from Tampa, my wife, son and I have fallen in love with the city. We are committed to the area and making Jacksonville our lifelong home.
I enjoy taking care of patients of all ages. As a former professional and collegiate athlete, my goal is to treat “the athlete” in all of us. My goal is to allow my patients to maintain or exceed their current level of function and fitness. I believe in educating my patients about their injuries so that they have the ability to make good, strong choices about their care.