Our Physicians
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Our team consists of seven doctors, each recognized for expertise in his respective area, including sports medicine and a complete range of orthopedic services. Click the physician’s name below to view bio and photo: |
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Samuel L. Combs III, M.D. Hip and Knee Replacement Surgery Dr. Samuel L. Combs III has been practicing general orthopedic surgery in Panama City since 1975. Dr. Combs earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Duke University in 1964. He was then awarded his medical degree from the University of Kentucky School of Medicine in 1968 (Dean's Award)... read more >> |
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David R. Dietrich, M.D. Sports Medicine, Hip and Knee Replacement Surgery Dr. David Dietrich joined Southern Orthopedic Specialists, P.A. in the fall of 2001. Previously he had served as an orthopedic surgeon and Chief of Orthopedic Surgical Services on active duty with the United States Air Force at Tyndal AFB and MacDill AFB, Tampa, Florida.... read more >> |
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Cory R. Gaiser, D.O. Spine Surgery Dr. Cory Gaiser joined the Southern Orthopedic Specialists, P.A. team in mid-July of 2001. Dr. Gaiser is originally from Flint, Michigan. He graduated from the University of Michigan in 1991 with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology. He then obtained his Medical Degree from the University of Health Sciences-College... read more >> |
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Thomas C. Mitchell, M.D. Upper & Lower Extremity Orthopedic Surgery Dr. Chad Mitchell is a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in sports medicine, minimally invasive joint replacement surgery, arthroscopy and pediatric orthopedic surgery. Dr. Mitchell continues to bring cutting edge orthopedic surgery and technological advancements to the Florida Panhandle... read more >> |
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Michael C. Noble, M.D. Sports Medicine Family Practice Dr. Noble joined Southern Orthopedic Specialists, P.A. in mid-July of 2001. Dr. Noble is a Board Certified Family Practice Physician who has completed a fellowship in Sports Medicine... read more >> |
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Kenneth W. Smith, D.O. Trauma and Fracture Treatment Dr. Kenneth Smith, a Panama City native and Bay High School graduate, completed his Bachelor of Science degrees from Florida State University in Tallahassee. He was awarded his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale in 1991... read more >> |
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Rafael M.M. Williams, M.D. Hand Surgery Dr. Rafael Williams graduated from New York University in New York City with degrees in both Biology and Economics in 1991. He attended medical school at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City and completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Wake Forest University Medical Center... read more >> |