Dr. Michael M Leighton M.D.
Orthopedist
3401 Pga Blvd Suite 500 Palm Beach Gardens FL, 33410About
Dr. Michael Leighton is an orthopaedic surgeon practicing in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. Dr. Leighton specializes in the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries, diseases and disorders of the bodys musculoskeletal system. As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Leighton tends to bones, ligaments, muscles, joints, nerves and tendons. Orthopaedic surgeons can specialize in certain areas like the hand, spine, hip, foot and ankle, shoulder and elbow or the knee.
Education and Training
Umdnj-Robt W Johnson Med Sch- New Brunswick Nj 1988
Rutgers 1988
Board Certification
Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS- Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Science and Public Education.
- RESEARCH PROGRAM OF THE ILLINOIS STATE GEOLOGICAL SURVEY.
- SUPPORT OF THE U. S. GEOLOGICAL SURVEY AND OTHER COOPERATING AGENCIES.
- Illinoian and Wisconsin (Farmdale) Drifts Recently Exposed at Rockford, Illinois.
- Radiocarbon Dates of Mankato Drift in Minnesota.
- WILLIAM SHIRLEY BAYLEY.
- THE NAMING OF THE SUBDIVISIONS OF THE WISCONSIN GLACIAL AGE.
- Quaternary stratigraphy.
- Nutrient content of food served in nursing homes.
Treatments
- Arthroscopic Surgery, Joint Replacement (arthroplasty), Sports Medicine And More
- Torn Meniscus
- Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Back Pain
- Acl Tear
- Frozen Shoulder
- Rotator Cuff Syndrome
- Pain
- Rotator Cuff Tear
Professional Memberships
- Fellow American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Dr. Michael M Leighton M.D.'s Practice location
PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL 33410Get Direction
Dr. Michael M Leighton M.D.'s reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Leighton
Recommended Articles
- Do You Need a Bone Density Examination?
What is a bone density examination?A bone density examination is the only examination that will diagnose osteoporosis before its signs and symptoms become visible and before any bone fractures occur. With the help of a bone density test, your doctor will know more about the density and health of...
- What Are the Signs and Symptoms of Bursitis?
Bursitis is a condition that affects many people around the globe who have no idea what is causing them pain or end up misjudging what might be wrong with their body tissues. Others might have a general idea of what bursitis is but cannot tell when they are suffering from it. This is because they...
- Coping with Muscular Dystrophy
Discussing with a child that they have a muscle wasting disease is not easy. People who are diagnosed with muscular dystrophy have a mind that functions normally, but a body that does not. Being a parent of a child with MD revolves around acceptance. When you get past the initial fear and...
- Can Arthritis Cause Back Pain?
Yes. Arthritis is one of the major causes of back pain and can cause long-term effects in an individual. Back pain is a common problem which affects 4 out of 5 of us at some point. Back pain is a type of pain experienced mostly through the spine. Back pain can last for a short time, but there are...
- What Is Saddle Paresthesia?
Saddle ParesthesiaA set of severe sciatica symptoms are described in saddle paresthesia. These symptoms can occur in the buttocks, perineum, and groin. Sometimes, this condition is also referred to as saddle anesthesia. When there is a sensation of tingling and numbness in the affected area, the...
- What to Expect in Laminectomy and Spinal Fusion
Decompressive laminectomy is done to release pressure exerted on the roots of the nerves found on the lower back. The condition is mostly brought by old age. There are, however, other reasons your surgeon may suggest surgery. These include herniated discs, traumas, and tumors. In case you are going...
Nearby Providers
- Dr. Pasquale Montesano M.D.11000 PROSPERITY FARMS RD PALM BEACH GARDENS FL 33410
- Dr. Jason Cuellar MD4362 Northlake Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens FL 33410
- Dr. Brian Hill M.D.4215 Burns Rd Palm Beach Gardens FL 33410
- Dr. Ryan Simovitch M.D.3401 Pga Blvd Palm Beach Gardens FL 33410
- Dr. Vani Sabesan MD900 Village Square Crossings Ste 170 Palm Beach Gardens FL 33410
- Dr. Philip Albert Saville MD300 VILLAGE SQUARE XING STE 201 PALM BEACH GARDENS FL 33410