The Orthopedic Center

03/05/2026

A healthy spring starts with healthy joints.

Click "Send Message" to book now before the flair up comes during your Spring Cleaning!

03/02/2026

🌸🌞 March Updates from The Orthopedic Center! 🌞🌸

Spring is almost here, and it’s the perfect time to get back to doing what you love — without joint pain holding you back. Our team is proud to continue serving Brevard County with expert orthopedic care close to home.

Clinic Hours:
📍 Merritt Island – 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Mon–Fri)
📍 Palm Bay – 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Mon–Fri)

🌷 Spring Into Movement
Longer days mean more walking, golf, gardening, and outdoor activities. If knee, hip, or shoulder pain has been lingering, don’t wait until it gets worse. Early treatment can prevent bigger problems later.

✨ March Tip of the Month:
Ease back into spring activities gradually. Warm up, stretch, and listen to your body. Pain that lasts more than a few days? It’s time to get evaluated.

📅 Appointments are filling as patients prepare for spring activities — call now to schedule with one of our orthopedic specialists.

💬 What spring activities are you looking forward to most? Tell us below!

📢 Tag someone who needs to “spring forward” into pain relief this March!

02/26/2026

Experience 5-star hip surgery with Dr. Valdivia’s advanced SPAIRE hip replacement technique. No post-op restrictions. No limited range of motion. Most patients are back home the same day.

Read Donna's story in full: https://www.myprivia.com/orthopediccenter/news

🏥 Surgical and non-surgical care options (0.00% complication rate)
📍 Serving Merritt Island & Palm Bay

02/19/2026

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A PHYSICAL THERAPIST IN PALM BAY? 💪

You’re in expert hands with Stella Nemuseso, DPT. With 30+ years of experience, Stella is known for her thoughtful care, one-on-one attention, and commitment to helping patients feel stronger and more confident in their recovery.

Click "Send Message" or call 321-308-2660 to start your healing journey today!

02/12/2026

Post Op Care Program Summary:
✔ In-home care during early healing
✔ Guided outpatient therapy
✔ Ongoing follow-ups with the same surgeon
✔ Clear milestones from surgery to recovery

Because a successful outcome is about more than the procedure itself.

02/04/2026

🌟 February Updates from The Orthopedic Center! 🌟

Clinic News:
Our February calendar is already BOOKED! Call the office now to secure your appointment before the end of the month. We even have select spots open before Valentine's Day! 🥰

Office Hours:
- Merritt Island- 8:00 to 5:00 MON-FRI
- Palm Bay- 7:00 to 5:00 MON-FRI

👋 Welcome Our New Physical Therapist!
We’re thrilled to introduce Stella Nemuseso, DPT! With over 30 years of experience, Stella specializes in Kinesiology Taping, pain management, and wellness, bringing a patient-centered approach to every visit.

✨ Tip of the Month:
Most health insurance benefits renewed on JANUARY 1ST! If you have been waiting to schedule your appointment, now is the perfect time! Give us a call to determine whether your eligible to see one of our orthopedic specialists!

💬 We Want to Hear from You:
What kind of tips or updates do you want in our newsletter? Share in the comments!

The Orthopedic Center is a medical practice located in Merritt Island and Palm Bay. Schedule an appointment online and come meet our team!

01/28/2026

Thank you, Virginia, for trusting our team for OVER 10 YEARS!!

From visits at our Palm Bay and Merritt Island offices, to working with Dr. O’Brien and Dr. Valdivia, to overcoming six joint replacement surgeries—including four in one year—Virginia’s strength is truly inspiring.

Today, she continues her journey with biweekly physical therapy, reminding us that healing is a process best supported by a team you trust.

✨ Click "Send Message" to get started on your recovery journey today!

01/21/2026

If hip pain is limiting your life, you don’t have to live with it.
Dr. Valdivia, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon at Palm Bay Hospital, is known for his expertise in the SPAIRE hip replacement technique, a muscle-sparing approach focused on strength, stability, and recovery.

📍 Care close to home.
📞 Real answers. Real relief.
💬 Click "Send Message" to get started.

01/15/2026

Most insurance benefits reset January 1... so now’s the perfect time to use them!

💬 Click "Send Message" to see if you’re eligible to book an appointment and start your healing journey at The Orthopedic Center!

01/09/2026

🌟 January Updates from The Orthopedic Center!🌟

Happy New Year! 2026 marks our 23rd year of improving the quality of life for people in Brevard County. We are so grateful to enter another year with all of our wonderful patients!

Clinic Hours:
- Merritt Island- 8:00 to 5:00 MON-FRI
- Palm Bay- 7:00 to 5:00 MON-FRI

👋 Welcome Our New Physical Therapist!
We’re thrilled to introduce Stella Nemuseso, DPT! With over 30 years of experience, Stella specializes in Kinesiology Taping, pain management, and wellness, bringing a patient-centered approach to every visit.

✨ Tip of the Month:
Most health insurance benefits renew on JANUARY 1ST! If you have been waiting to schedule your appointment, now is the perfect time! Give us a call to determine whether your eligible to see one of our orthopedic specialists.

💬 We Want to Hear from You:
What kind of tips or updates do you want in our newsletter? Share in the comments!

📢 Share this post with someone who neglected their joint pain in 2025! 2026 is your year!

01/06/2026

We are unbelievably excited to announce the new addition to our team at The Orthopedic Center in Palm Bay! Stella Nemuseso, DPT, brings over 30 years of experience in physical therapy, specializing in Kinesiology Taping, pain management, and overall wellness. Her patient-centered, customized approach to treatment makes her a valuable addition to The Orthopedic Center! 🦴

Click "Send Message" below to start your recovery journey now!
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12/31/2025

HAPPY NEW YEAR from the team at The Orthopedic Center in Palm Bay & Merritt Island, FL! 🎉

As a friendly reminder, we will close today at 2 PM, and will reopen on January 2nd! Spots for January are filling quickly, so don't hesitate to book your appointment with Dr. Valdivia or Dr. O'Brien.

Click "SEND MESSAGE" below to get in contact with our staff NOW!