Don Franklin III, M.D., FAAOS

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Biography

Dr. Don Franklin III is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. His clinical expertise encompasses a broad range of orthopedic conditions, with a focus on joint replacement, shoulder and knee arthroscopy, and the treatment of fractures. Dr. Franklin brings a unique perspective to his practice, shaped by his experience as a collegiate athlete and as a team physician for the U.S. Ski Team.

Dr. Franklin is committed to helping his patients regain function and return to their active lifestyles. Known for his patient-centered approach, he integrates cutting-edge technologies and advanced implants to achieve the best outcomes. His most common procedures include shoulder and hip replacements, knee replacement, rotator cuff repair, meniscus repair, and carpal tunnel release.

Outside of his practice, Dr. Franklin enjoys fly fishing, skiing and golf. He welcomes patients ranging from adolescents to older adults and is passionate about providing quality orthopedic care tailored to each individual’s needs.

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University of Tennessee

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Location

Locations

The Orthopaedic Institute features 10 state-of-the-art clinic locations and 
5 Express Ortho locations to serve our patients.

Express Ortho Summerfield

17270 SE 109th Terrace Road, Summerfield, FL, 34491

Express Ortho West Marion

4600 SW 46th Court Suites 210, 220, & 250, Ocala, FL, 34474

Express Ortho Ocala

1710 SE 16th Ave, Ocala, FL, 34471

Express Ortho Gainesville

4500 Newberry Rd, Gainesville, FL, 32607

Express Ortho Alachua

14417 NW 152 Ln, Alachua, FL 32615, Alachua, FL, 32615

Alachua

14417 NW 152 Ln, Alachua, FL 32615

Gainesville

4500 Newberry Road, Gainesville, FL 32607

Lake City

146 SW Orthopaedic Court, Lake City, FL 32024

Ocala

1710 SE 16th Avenue, Ocala, FL 34471

West Marion

4600 SW 46th Court, Suites 210, 220, & 250 Ocala, FL 34474

Summerfield

17270 SE 109th Terrace Rd., Summerfield, FL 34491

The Villages Brownwood

2955 Brownwood Blvd Suite 403, The Villages, FL 32163

Citrus Orthopaedic & Joint Institute

950 N Avalon Way, Lecanto, FL 34461

Citrus Orthopaedic & Joint Institute – Spine & Pain Center

70 N Lecanto Hwy, Lecanto, FL 34461

Orthopedic Specialty Institute

5400 N. Federal Highway, #102 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

Rockledge

830 Executive Lane, Suite 120, Rockledge Florida 32955

Palm Beach County

1002 S Old Dixie Hwy, Suite 105, Jupiter, FL 33458