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Dr. Vivien Fongu, DO

Orthopedic Trauma Surgery* Age 54
Dr. Vivien Fongu, DO
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Dr. Vivien Fongu, DO is an Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon in South Miami, FL.
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Dr. Vivien Fongu, DO

Orthopedic Trauma Surgery* Age 54
South Miami, FL
Accepting new patients
Dr. Vivien Fongu, DO is an Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon in South Miami, FL.
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Dr. Fongu graduated from Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed a residency at Grandview Hospital And Medical Center|Orthopedic Surgery, Grandview Medical Center, Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Vivien Fongu, DO is an Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon in South Miami, FL. Dr. Fongu currently practices at Baptist Health Orthopedics | South Miami and are affiliated with South Miami Hospital, Baptist Hospital of Miami, West Kendall Baptist Hospital and Doctors Hospital. Dr. Fongu has experience treating conditions like Femur Fracture, Hip Fracture and Shoulder Fracture among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Fongu received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 165 times. Dr. Fongu's office accepts new patients. Dr. Fongu is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Baptist Health Orthopedics | South Miami
    6200 SW 72nd St Ste 602, South Miami, FL 33143
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Experience and Background Check

Femur Fracture
Hip Fracture
Shoulder Fracture
Femur Fracture
Hip Fracture
Shoulder Fracture
Femur Fracture
Hip Fracture
Shoulder Fracture
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Patellar Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Sacral Fracture
Tibial Fracture
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Ankle Fracture
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Wrist Fracture
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Back Pain
Bone Cancer
Broken Arm
Broken Neck
Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gait Abnormality
Gout
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Hand Fracture
Herniated Disc
Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Sprain
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Lupus
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Morton's Neuroma
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Non-Traumatic Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Patellar Tendonitis
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Plantar Fasciitis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica
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Scleroderma
Scoliosis
Sever's Disease
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Trigger Finger
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Carpal Tunnel Release
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Elbow Dislocation Open Reduction
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Repair
Elbow Replacement
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Facet Blocks
Foot and Ankle Dislocation Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle DislocationTreatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Foot Fracture Treatment Closed
Foot Fracture Treatment Open
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement Revision
Joint Drainage
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee Dislocation Treatment
Knee Replacement
Knee Replacement Revision
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Partial Shoulder Replacement
Percutaneous Kyphoplasty
Peripheral Nerve Block
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Somatic Nerve Block
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spinal Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
Synovial Biopsy
Trigger Finger Release
Trigger Point Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Wrist Replacement

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fongu
4.8
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May 02, 2024
Dr Fongue is a remarkable surgeon, physician, and person. Dr Fongue is a blessing for anyone requiring traumatic orthopedic care.
Jean Pavlov — May 02, 2024
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Vivien Fongu, DO is an orthopedic trauma surgeon in South Miami, FL. He specializes in Orthopedic Trauma Surgery.
Biography
Specialties*
Orthopedic Trauma Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Grandview Hospital And Medical Center|Orthopedic Surgery, Grandview Medical Center, Dayton, Ohio
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Orthopedic Trauma Surgery, University of Missouri School of Medicine, Columbia, Mo.
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Vivien Fongu, DO. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Fongu's profile.

Dr. Fongu frequently treats the following conditions: Femur Fracture, Hip Fracture and Shoulder Fracture. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Vivien Fongu, DO is affiliated with South Miami Hospital, Baptist Hospital of Miami, West Kendall Baptist Hospital and Doctors Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Vivien Fongu, DO holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • South Miami Hospital

    6200 SW 73rd St, South Miami, FL

  • Baptist Hospital of Miami

    8900 N Kendall Dr, Miami, FL

  • West Kendall Baptist Hospital

    9555 SW 162nd Ave, Miami, FL

  • Doctors Hospital

    5000 University Dr, Coral Gables, FL

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