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Dr. Luga Podesta, MD

Orthopedic Sports Medicine* Age 69
Dr. Luga Podesta, MD
3.6 (16 Ratings)

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Dr. Luga Podesta, MD is a Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgeon in Naples, FL.
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Dr. Luga Podesta, MD

Orthopedic Sports Medicine* Age 69
Naples, FL
Accepting new patients
40 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Luga Podesta, MD is a Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgeon in Naples, FL.

About

Dr. Podesta graduated from Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara, Facultad De Medicina in 1984 and completed a residency at St Vincents Medical Center.Dr. Luga Podesta, MD is a Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgeon in Naples, FL and has 40 years experience. Dr. Podesta currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Physicians Regional Medical Center Pine Ridge. Dr. Podesta has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Podesta received an average rating of 3.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 16 times. Dr. Podesta's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Podesta is board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine.

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Joint Pain
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Internal Derangement of Knee
Joint Pain
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Internal Derangement of Knee
Joint Pain
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Internal Derangement of Knee
Foot Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Meniscus Tear
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Arthrocentesis
Spinal Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injuries
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis
Back Injuries
Back Pain
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chondromalacia
Degenerative Disc Disease
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Foot Conditions
Fracture
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Glenoid Labrum Tear
Hand Conditions
Hip Sprain
Injuries
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Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Disorders
Knee Injuries
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Meniscus Injuries
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Disorders
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Radiculopathy
Shoulder Diseases
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Injuries
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Spine Disorders
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Spondylosis
Sports Injuries
Sprain
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Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stress Fracture of Foot
Tendon Injuries
Throwing Injuries
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Trigger Finger
Upper Back Pain
Bone Marrow Aspiration
Diagnostic Ultrasound
EMG (Electromyography)
Facet Blocks
Glenoid Labrum Repair
Joint Drainage
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Nerve Destruction by Neurolytic Agent
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
Sports Medicine Related Procedures
Ultrasound-Guided Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate

Insurance Accepted

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  • Oscar Circle EPO

Locations

  1. 1 Office
    1875 Veterans Park Dr Ste 2201, Naples, FL 34109
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (239) 631-1960
  2. 2 Advanced Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine
    101 Hodencamp Rd Ste 102, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
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Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Podesta
3.6
Based on 16 Reviews
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4 Stars (3)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (4)

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Apr 27, 2023
Dr Podesta spent so much time with me explaining exactly what is wrong with my back and what needs to be done. He has helped Me physically and mentally with my pain
— Apr 27, 2023
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
Sports Medicine
Sports Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara, Facultad De Medicina
    1984
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Brookdale Medical Center
    1986
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • St Vincents Medical Center
    1989
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Kerlan Jobe Orth Clinic
    1991
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Luga Podesta, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Podesta's profile.

Dr. Luga Podesta, MD is affiliated with Physicians Regional Medical Center Pine Ridge.

Yes, Dr. Luga Podesta, MD holds board certification in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Physicians Regional Medical Center Pine Ridge

    6101 Pine Ridge Rd, Naples, FL