At HCA Florida Blake Trauma Specialists, our team provides essential trauma and critical care surgical services in Bradenton, FL. Our surgeons remain up to date on new procedures and techniques to better accommodate your surgery needs. We offer general surgery and advanced laparoscopic procedures, including hernia repair, gallbladder surgery and appendectomy.

Dr. Alyssa Imperatore is a highly skilled, double board-certified surgeon specializing in general surgery and surgical critical care. She brings advanced expertise and a patient-centered approach to HCA Florida Blake Trauma Specialists, where she is committed to delivering exceptional care for individuals facing both routine and complex surgical needs.

At HCA Florida Blake Surgical Specialists, our provider, Dr. Heidi Emrani, MD, is a fellowship trained breast surgical oncologist specializing in care for breast cancer patients and patients with benign breast disease in need of surgical care.

At HCA Florida Blake Surgical Specialists, our practice provides comprehensive general and weight loss surgical care for the surrounding areas. We offer several types of surgical services for a variety of conditions, including appendectomy, colon resection, colonoscopy, debridement, esophageal surgery, exploratory laparotomy, gallbladder removal, hernia surgery and more.

At Coastal Orthopedics, our mission is to improve the quality of life of our patients, their families and the communities in which we serve while fostering a culture of excellence in all aspects of our professions.

Dr. Robert Ferguson, MD, is a board-certified thoracic surgeon in Bradenton, Florida. He specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions of the lungs, esophagus and other chest organs.

Mazvita Simoyi, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon at HCA Florida Blake Medical Specialists. Dr. Simoyi ensures high quality care to all patients. Contact our office or visit our website to schedule an appointment.

Melissa M. Boyette, M.D., is a board certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in hand and wrist surgery. She has special interest in fractures, sprains, ligament tears, tendon lacerations and ruptures, as well as joint replacement and reconstruction of the hand and wrist. Dr. Boyette treats patients of all ages, from children with sports injuries to adults with debilitating arthritis. She is dedicated to helping her patients get back to the activities they enjoy without the pain and disability of hand and wrist disorders.

At Coastal Orthopedics in West Bradenton, our mission is to enhance the quality of life for our patients and their families. Since 1973, we have provided comprehensive orthopedic care, specializing in foot & ankle, hand & wrist, spine, and hip & knee conditions. Our expert surgeons and dedicated team work to get you back to your daily routine, pain-free and quickly. We proudly serve the residents of Manatee and Sarasota Counties with advanced orthopedics, sports medicine, and physical therapy, focusing on restoring mobility and improving your quality of life.

Dr. Melinda Lacerna is double Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery. She is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) and is A member of the American Society Of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). Dr. Lacerna obtained her Medical Degree from the University of California in Irvine, and received her General Surgery training At Kaiser Permanente in Los Angeles, and her Plastic Surgery training at Temple University in Philadelphia.

Steven J. Schafer M.D. is a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon who specializes in knee and shoulder surgery as well as sports injuries. He completed his fellowship in orthopedic sports medicine and arthroscopy at the world-renowned American Sports Medicine Institute in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Schafer treats patients of all ages with a special interest in athletic injuries in both the young and aging athletes. Dr. Schafer serves as the sports medicine physician to the Pittsburgh Pirates, U.S. Soccer Team, IMG Academies and State College of Florida.

Eric B. Sundberg, M.D. is a board certified, fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in surgery of the spine, degenerative spinal conditions and deformities including scoliosis and kyphosis. He is trained in minimally invasive procedures and techniques. Dr. Sundberg graduated Summa Cum Laude from California State University in Long Beach and completed Medical School and a five-year Orthopedic Surgery Residency at Stanford University. Dr. Sundberg focuses his practice on treating patients with back and neck problems that may be the result of degenerative conditions or spinal deformities.

David V. Cashen M.D. is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with over 18 years of experience in joint replacement surgery. He has a particular interest in hip and knee replacements, as well as complex revision surgery. Dr. Cashen is also a specialist in arthritis care techniques, including partial knee replacement (resurfacing), computer navigation, hip resurfacing, and minimally-invasive surgery. He completed two fellowships in joint replacement at both the world-renowned Anderson Orthopaedic Clinic in Virginia and Zimmer Arthroplasty in New Zealand.

Dr. Parth Kothari is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in the treatment of all forms of spinal pathology through both non-operative and surgical interventions. His practice focuses on conditions in the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine including stenosis, disc herniations, radiculopathy, myelopathy, scoliosis, trauma, tumors, and infection. Dr. Kothari takes a patient-centered approach, utilizing the latest minimally invasive techniques to alleviate pain and allow patients to improve functionally.

R. Stephen Otte M.D. is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in shoulder and elbow. Dr. Otte sees patients of all ages, treating conditions such as rotator cuff injuries, arthritis of the shoulder and elbow, rotator cuff tear arthropathy, shoulder instability, labral tears, biceps tendonitis, medial/lateral epicondylitis, as well as fractures of the shoulder and elbow. Dr. Otte has a specific interest in complex rotator cuff management and joint replacement of the shoulder.

Matthew J. Pacana M.D. is a fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in foot and ankle injuries and disorders. Dr. Pacana treats patients of all ages with conditions including foot and ankle arthritis, tendonitis, ankle instability, athletic injuries, bunions, and fractures. He has a special interest in ankle replacement, minimally invasive techniques, and arthroscopy.

Arthur L. Valadie, M.D., is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine, arthroscopy, and knee and shoulder reconstruction. Dr. Valadie earned his medical degree from the University of Miami School of Medicine in Miami, Florida, where he also completed his residency in orthopedic surgery. He then went on to complete a fellowship in orthopedic sports medicine from the world-renowned Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Valadie treats patients of all ages with a special interest in athletic injuries in both the young and aging athlete. He is currently the team physician for the Pittsburgh Pirates, the U.S. Soccer Team, IMG Academy, and State College of Florida.