Kristopher J.S. Goddard, DO
Sports Medicine Specialist | Sports Medicine
3915 Biscayne Blvd 406 Miami FL, 33137Practice Philosophy
Integrative Medicine
About
As an osteopathic physician, Dr. Goddard seeks to help patients develop attitudes and lifestyles that don’t just fight illness but also help prevent disease. In our supportive environment, Dr. Goddard ...
Education and Training
University of Tennessee, Knoxville Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry 2000
Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine D.O. 2008
Provider Details
Kristopher J.S. Goddard, DO's Expert Contributions
How long does a dislocated foot take to heal?
If truly dislocated then surgery is needed and these can easily take over 1 year to heal. READ MORE
Can torn ligaments heal naturally?
Unfortunately no. Ligaments & tendons have poor blood supplies, which means they don't heal well. They scar down, which is weaker & less flexible than regular tendons. Look into Regenerative Medicine options to fix the tendons without surgery. READ MORE
What kind of doctor should I see for back pain?
Sports medicine specialist, ideally non-surgical. Look up a local doctor on www.amssm.com under 'Search for a Doc' READ MORE
How to manage a sprained ankle without surgery?
Ankle sprains do really well without surgery, regardless of severity. Make sure no fractures (x-rays). Ice, ankle exercises, and often people like to use 'lace-up ankle braces.' READ MORE
My daughter sprained her ankle in gym?
Sports medicine or orthopedics. X-rays are usually recommended to make sure there is no fracture. READ MORE
How do you fix a torn ACL?
A fully torn ACL needs to be surgically reconstructed. Average return to play is 9-12 months. Don't wait too long because it will cause other injuries to your knee that could affect it permantely. READ MORE
How is the recovery for ACL tear surgery?
A fully torn ACL needs to be surgically reconstructed. Average return to play is 9-12 months, and the rehab is pretty challenging, but worth it. Don't wait too long because it will cause other injuries to your knee that could affect it permanently. READ MORE
Can my son wait to have ACL surgery?
It depends on the other additional damage. The longer the person waits, the more additional damage that will be caused. Ideally the sooner the better. READ MORE
Is bike riding good for bulging disc?
Depends on the location & severity of the bulging disc. Swimming and bike riding are the best exercises for the body/joints in general (less stress & pounding). READ MORE
Can chiropractors help wrist tendonitis?
No. Chiropractors essentially specialize in bone alignment. Tendonitis is inflammation of tendons. Usually means there is injury or overuse. You need imagins, ideally Ultrasound or MRI, and then physical therapy and/or injections of a product that can correctly fix the tissues (regenerative medicine), not steroids. READ MORE
Why do I feel chronic pain when I have no injury?
This could a case of overall inflammation. Genetics could be involved. Hard to answer but try a quality tumeric product daily as a safe way to decrease inflammation & change to a low-inflammation diet. READ MORE
Can a chiropractor fix a dislocated knee?
If the knee is truly dislocated then it is a medical emergency. My suspicion is that you are dealing with a dislocated kneecap. A chiropractor is much better at dealing with back and neck injuries. You need a sports medicine specialist to make sure no permanent damage to the knee. READ MORE
What is the strongest treatment for athlete's foot?
Athlete's foot is caused by fungus that loves cold and wet environments. Keep your feet clean, dry. Constantly change socks, avoid walking in showers (especially pubic) without sandals on. Oral medications are the best way to try foot fungus but the topical sprays for shoes help too. READ MORE
How long does it take to recover from an Achilles rupture?
Depends on the severity of the tear (full vs. partial), treatment options (surgery vs. physical therapy only vs. PT + injections). Also depends on your goals (normal life or do you want to play basketball regularly). At least 6-15 months. READ MORE
How do I stop my knees from cracking?
There are a couple of possibilities for this to be happening. Physical therapy can help strength the muscles/ligaments/tendons around the knee to make sure everything is working smoothly. Supplement-wise you can try glucosamine-chondroitin and/or tumeric. Look up 'Plica Syndrome' too, see if you have any other those symptoms. READ MORE
What surgery is done for a dislocated shoulder?
There are a lot of details that go into determining what surgery is performed. This includes physical exam and imaging. You must meet with your physician and discuss your end goal and determine how severe the injury is. If it’s mild or moderate, regenerative treatments are an excellent way to help dislocations. These treatments include prolotherapy, platelet rich plasma (PRP), stem cell, bone marrow, adipose (fat), amniotic, and umbilical (Wharton’s jelly). Check out our website for more information on these treatments: www.theosteocenter.com READ MORE
Is a hip replacement a major operation?
There are risks to any procedure, especially in which anesthesia is used. It is not my specialty to determine whether this surgery is major or not. I would make sure to address all questions, risks, benefits, and concerns with your surgeon prior to this operation. Immediate and long term outlook as well READ MORE
How do you fix ankle instability in teenagers?
Regenerative injections to all ligaments and joint; this included prolotherapy, platelet rich plasma, or stem cell injections. Treatment selection depends on severity of the instability as well as how quickly he would like to return to activity READ MORE
Why is my head tingling?
With any symptoms in the head, especially during athletic activities, it is of utmost important to be evaluated in person READ MORE
How soon do you see a physical therapist after tearing your ACL?
Did he see a doctor? This needs a thorough evaluation to determine the degree of injury READ MORE
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Age is the major determinant of recurrence in pediatric differentiated thyroid carcinoma.
- Local excision without radiation for high-grade soft-tissue sarcoma of the extremity and superficial trunk.
- ABVD chemotherapy with reduced radiation therapy rates in children, adolescents and young adults with all stages of Hodgkin lymphoma.
- Isolated adrenocorticotrophin deficiency and empty sella associated with hypothyroidism.
- Computed tomography of retroperitoneal and mesenteric sarcomas: a pictorial essay.
Areas of expertise and specialization
Treatments
- Stem Cell Therapies
- Prolotherapy
- Manipulation
- Iv Therapy
- Nutritional Health
- Anti-aging Medicine
- Facial Rejuvenation
- Hair Growth
- Stem Cells
- Platelet Rich Plasma
- Sports Injuries
- Osteopathic Manipluations
- O Shots
- Ozone Therapy
- UBI Therapy
- Regenerative Medicine
- Chelation Therapy
Professional Memberships
- American Academy / Association of Orthopedic Medicine (AAOM), the Society of Progressive Medical Education, the Cellular Medicine Association, the Expert Education Institute, the American Osteopathic College of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
- Florida Osteopathic Medical Association, the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, the American Osteopathic Association of Prolotherapy Integrative Pain Management, the American Osteopathic Association, the American College for Advancement in Medicine
- American Academy of Osteopathy, Global Stem Cells Group, and Age Management Medicine Group
Fellowships
- Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Professional Society Memberships
- American Association of Orthopaedic Medicine, American College for the Advancement of Medicine, American Academy of Anti-aging Medicine
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Get to know Osteopathic Physician & Regenerative Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kristopher J.S. Goddard, who serves patients in Florida.
A reputable osteopathic physician & regenerative medicine specialist with a mission to heal, restore, and renew, Dr. Goddard is the Founder of The Osteopathic Center with offices in Miami and Jupiter, Florida & Knoxville, Tennessee. He strives to provide his patients with exceptional care in integrative medicine and osteopathic manipulative medicine by incorporating training from traditional medicine, acupuncture, and alternative medicine.
By assisting the body’s own natural health and self-healing abilities, he compassionately seeks to promote health and well-being. He focuses on an evaluation of the musculoskeletal system, toxicities, nutrition, and identification and correction of structural problems. He implements non-pharmaceutical approaches, utilizing nonsurgical and natural treatments through including osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT), platelet rich plasma (PRP) and stem cell injections, acupuncture, and the development of attitudes and lifestyles that help fight illness and prevent disease.
Having devoted his life and dedicated his clinic to implementing the best practices and latest breakthroughs in innovative medicine, Dr. Goddard believes that working with the body’s own healing mechanisms can produce a better quality of life: less pain, less medication, less invasive surgeries and procedures, and a more youthful, vibrant appearance and experience. His proficiency across the wide range of therapies ensures that each of his patients will have the tools necessary to drastically shift their health in a positive direction.
“Improving the quality of patient’s lives is personal to me, as I believe medicine should be. Nothing in this world is so gratifying as seeing a patient recover from suffering” he conveyed.
An East Tennessee native, Dr. Goddard graduated with his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville in 2000. He majored in biochemistry and minored in mathematics and religious studies. Years later, in 2008, he earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine.
His first year in medical school, he was chosen as the 2006 Student of the Year by the Florida Academy of Osteopathy, as well as served as class vice-president and the American Medical Student Association Osteopathic Awareness Co-Chair.
Thereafter, he pursued and completed a fellowship in anatomy, and a predoctoral fellowship in osteopathic principles and practice at Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine. He also completed a traditional rotating internship and family practice residency at Westchester General Hospital.
Furthering his training, Dr. Goddard completed the Leadership Training Program for Complementary and Alternative Medicine sponsored by National Institutes for Health (NIH) at the Omega Institute for Holistic Studies. He also pursued coursework in Medical Acupuncture for Physicians through UCLA, prolotherapy, platelet rich plasma injections, stem cell injections, hands-on cranial coursework, and multiple courses in intravenous nutrients. Likewise, he participated in multiple conferences and fellowships.
“When I got hit in the face hard with a softball, doctors gave me medicine to blunt my pain but that was not a cure. That made me realize there were other aspects of medicine that were not part of the typical med school curriculum. I wanted to get into my toolbox early on with a greater number of methods to help people, especially those that could quickly get to the root cause of their problem” recalled Dr. Goddard.
Considering continuing education of utmost importance to his patients, he seeks to provide them with the most recent advances in integrative and osteopathic medicine possible.
Regarded in good standing with a number of professional organizations, he is an active member of the American Academy / Association of Orthopedic Medicine (AAOM), the Society of Progressive Medical Education, the Cellular Medicine Association, the Expert Education Institute, the American Osteopathic College of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, the Florida Osteopathic Medical Association, the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, the American Osteopathic Association of Prolotherapy Integrative Pain Management, the American Osteopathic Association, the American College for Advancement in Medicine, the American Academy of Osteopathy, Global Stem Cells Group, and Age Management Medicine Group, among others.
Holding certifications in Stem Cell Therapy Fellowship from A4M and Interventional and Regenerative Orthopaedic Medicine from AAOM, Dr. Goddard has been treating athletic injuries since 2009. He views the three top issues that regenerative medicine addresses really well as pain, injury, and instability.
“We can treat any of these things. Often, though not always, pain comes from the injury. Typically, chronic injuries are a result of instability. My job is to figure out the difference, to figure out what is going on in your body. Where we really excel is with our technique. Two physicians could treat the same type of injury with the same degree of severity and get different results because their technique is different” expressed the doctor.
His initial training as a Doctor of Osteopathy gives him a life-long appreciation for what is happening with both the site of the injury and the surrounding structures. He teaches this fundamental philosophy to his team at The Osteopathic Center.
Osteopathic medicine is a branch of the medical profession in the United States. Osteopathic physicians are licensed to practice medicine and surgery in all 50 states and are recognized to varying degrees in 85 other countries. As licensed physicians, they diagnose, treat, prescribe medications, and perform surgery.
Regenerative medicine is the branch of medicine that develops methods to regrow, repair or replace damaged or diseased cells, organs or tissues. It includes the generation and use of therapeutic stem cells, tissue engineering, and the production of artificial organs. Regenerative medicine specialists use biology to alleviate pain and repair tissues that have been damaged by disease, injury, or age. They use the blood components, such as platelet-rich plasma and stem cells, to stimulate the body’s natural healing process.
An authority in his field, Dr. Goddard is the recipient of On-Time Doctor Award (2014, 2015, 2018), Patients’ Choice Award (2014, 2018), and Compassionate Doctor Recognition (2015, 2018).
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