Orthopedic Surgery
Johnny Benjamin, MD: Growing up in Houston, Texas, sports have always been and continue to be an integral part of Dr. Benjamin’s life. After graduating from Baylor University, he completed his medical degree at the University of Texas- Southwestern Medical School in Dallas, TX.
A change of scenery and climate was in order; therefore, he fulfilled his general surgery internship and orthopedic surgery residency at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. To conclude his 14th year of training, he completed his surgical spine fellowship at the Florida Spine Institute.
Today, he lives and works in warm and sunny Vero Beach, Florida. He serve as the Chairman of the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Indian River Medical Center, the Director of the Joint Implant Center and the Director of the Medical Specialties Surgery Center. He is a board-certified fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. He enjoys contributing to his community by promoting endeavors that help create opportunities for children.
Education and Professional Affiliations
Chairman of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
Indian River Medical Center
Vero Beach , Florida
Surgical Spine Fellowship
Florida Spine Institute
Clearwater , Florida
Residency in Orthopaedic Surgery
Temple University Hospital
Philadelphia , Pennsylvania
Internship in General Surgery
Temple University Hospital
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Medical Degree
University of Texas- Southwestern Medical Center
Dallas , Texas
Bachelor of Science- Biology
Baylor University
Waco , Texas
Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
(Board Certified)
Medical Director of the Joint Implant Center at IRMC
Medical Director of the Medical Specialty Procedures Surgery Center
Clinical Assistant Professor- Florida State University
Association of Boxing Commission MMA Medical Advisory Panel
