Ascend Orthopaedics And Sports Medicine: Amun Makani, MD, MBA, FAAOS
About Ascend Orthopaedics And Sports Medicine: Amun Makani, MD, MBA, FAAOS
Located in St. Petersburg, FL, Ascend Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine is a specialized orthopedic center led by Dr. Amun Makani, MD, MBA, FAAOS, focusing on sports medicine and comprehensive care for knee and shoulder conditions. The practice blends cutting‑edge diagnostics with personalized treatment plans to address everything from acute injuries to chronic joint pain. Emphasizing a non‑surgical approach whenever possible, the team utilizes regenerative orthopedics such as platelet‑rich plasma (PRP) injections, stem cell therapy, Synvisc‑One® viscosupplementation, and cortisone injections to promote natural healing. These modalities are often guided by ultrasound or fluoroscopic imaging to ensure precise delivery, offering patients effective non‑surgical joint pain relief and faster return to activity. Dr. Makani brings Harvard‑trained, double board‑certified expertise to the practice, with fellowship training in orthopedic sports medicine and a distinguished record as a team physician for professional sports franchises. His academic honors, including Alpha Omega Alpha and FAAOS fellowship, underscore a commitment to excellence and evidence‑based care, positioning Ascend Orthopaedics as a trusted authority in regenerative medicine and orthopedic sports medicine.