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Dr. Adam J. Petrone is a chiropractor who provides patient-centered care for individuals and families in the Port Saint Lucie area. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology (Movement Science) from Pennsylvania State University and completed his chiropractic education at Palmer College of Chiropractic in Florida. Dr. Petrone has pursued additional postgraduate training focused on soft-tissue and movement-based care, including multiple Active Release Technique (ART) courses. He is also a certified RockTape provider and holds certifications in FAKTR as well as Dr. Charrette’s Spinal, Rib, TMJ, and Extremity Technique. His clinical experience includes working with active families and athletes, as well as people recovering from motor-vehicle injuries. He also cares for patients across the lifespan, including prenatal and postnatal patients and children. Dr. Petrone emphasizes a collaborative, team-based approach, coordinating with other healthcare professionals when appropriate to support each patient’s goals, function, and long-term well-being.

Joseph Pate, D.C., is a licensed chiropractic physician in Florida providing chiropractic care with a focus on supporting musculoskeletal health and improving day-to-day function. As a Doctor of Chiropractic, Dr. Pate works with patients seeking evaluation and conservative management for issues that may affect the spine, joints, mobility, and overall physical performance. His clinical approach emphasizes individualized care plans designed around each patient’s history, goals, and activity level. In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Pate has professional leadership experience through his association with Absolute Health Care Advanced Chiropractic, P.A., where he is listed in a leadership capacity in state corporate filings. This role reflects a commitment to practice stewardship and the operational oversight needed to deliver consistent patient care. Dr. Pate maintains an active Florida chiropractic license. He does not hold specialty board certifications recognized by the Florida board regulating his profession. Patients value a clear, straightforward approach and a focus on practical strategies to help support comfort, movement, and long-term wellness.

Michael J. O’Donnell, DPT, is a physical therapist affiliated with UPMC. He provides evidence-informed rehabilitation care for adults and older adults, focusing on improving mobility, strength, balance, and overall functional performance. Dr. O’Donnell partners with patients to create individualized treatment plans that support recovery from injury, enhance movement efficiency, and promote safe return to daily activities and preferred routines. His approach emphasizes patient education, progressive therapeutic exercise, and practical strategies patients can carry into home and community settings. Dr. O’Donnell earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Pittsburgh and a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Notre Dame. He is licensed to practice physical therapy in both Pennsylvania and Florida. He communicates in English and is committed to delivering compassionate, goal-oriented care that aligns with each patient’s needs, abilities, and personal goals.

Harris Ira Goldberg, D.C., is a Florida-licensed chiropractor who provides patient-centered care focused on reducing pain, restoring function, and supporting long-term spinal health. Dr. Goldberg earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Life Chiropractic College and brings decades of clinical experience to the evaluation and management of common musculoskeletal concerns. His clinical focus frequently includes back and neck pain, hip pain, scoliosis, and spinal adjustment, with care plans tailored to each patient’s goals, health history, and activity demands. Dr. Goldberg is also a Diplomate of the American Board of Chiropractic Internists (D.A.B.C.I.), reflecting advanced training in chiropractic internal medicine and an emphasis on whole-person clinical decision-making. In addition to chiropractic adjustments, his practice may incorporate rehabilitation approaches and supportive therapies such as non-surgical spinal decompression, cold laser therapy, soft tissue mobilization, massage therapy, and weight-management programming when appropriate. Dr. Goldberg is associated with Gentle Chiropractic Offices, Inc., where he works to help patients improve mobility, manage discomfort, and return to everyday activities with greater confidence and comfort.

Dr. Paul J. Mondo, BS, MD, is a physician specializing in orthopaedic surgery in Port St. Lucie, Florida. He earned his medical degree from the University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine and completed residency training in orthopaedic surgery at Ochsner Foundation Hospital/Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation. Dr. Mondo is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (FAAOS). In addition to his orthopaedic practice, he is also listed in some professional directories as having expertise in emergency medicine. Dr. Mondo is affiliated with HCA Florida Saint Lucie Hospital (also known as St. Lucie Medical Center). He is licensed to practice medicine in Florida, where his licensure is active, and he holds a dispensing practitioner qualification. Dr. Mondo communicates with a diverse patient population and is listed as speaking English, French, and Spanish. His clinical focus emphasizes thorough evaluation and practical, patient-centered care for musculoskeletal conditions, with attention to helping patients understand their diagnosis and treatment options.

Frank Conidi, D.O., M.S., P.A., is a physician specializing in neuromusculoskeletal medicine and osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM), with a primary clinical focus on sports neurology and headache medicine. He is known for the evaluation and treatment of sports-related concussion and post-traumatic headache, as well as comprehensive care for patients living with complex headache disorders, including chronic migraine. Dr. Conidi serves as Director of the Florida Center for Headache and Sports Neurology and holds an academic appointment as Assistant Professor of Neurology at the Florida State University College of Medicine. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Neurology (FAAN) and a Fellow of the American Headache Society (FAHS). His professional service includes being a founding member and former leader within the American Academy of Neurology Sports Neurology Section. His background includes undergraduate and graduate training in neurobiology at Boston University, followed by a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed neurology residency training in Boston and pursued additional headache-focused training at Harvard-affiliated hospitals. Dr. Conidi has published and presented on concussion, post-traumatic headache, and migraine treatments and has served as team neurologist for the NHL’s Florida Panthers.

Michael Paul, M.D., is a neurosurgeon providing comprehensive surgical care for conditions affecting the brain, spine, and nervous system. He earned his medical degree from the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University and completed postgraduate training at the University of Missouri–Columbia, including a transitional internship followed by a residency in neurological surgery. Dr. Paul is affiliated with HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital, where he has also served in a leadership capacity as Chief of Staff. In addition to his hospital-based work, he practices with Treasure Coast Neurosurgery, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support patients through evaluation, surgical decision-making, and recovery. Known for a patient-centered and thorough approach, Dr. Paul emphasizes clear communication, careful assessment of surgical and nonsurgical options, and individualized treatment planning. He works closely with referring physicians and allied specialists to coordinate care across the full continuum, from diagnostic evaluation to operative management and follow-up. Through clinical practice and medical leadership, Dr. Paul remains focused on delivering high-quality neurosurgical care to the Port St. Lucie community.

Shivram Upadhyaya, MD, is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with fellowship training in spine surgery. He provides comprehensive evaluation and surgical care for a wide range of spinal conditions, including degenerative disorders, traumatic injuries, spinal oncology, and adult and pediatric deformity. Dr. Upadhyaya incorporates modern techniques in spine care, including image-guided navigation and robotic-assisted approaches when appropriate. Dr. Upadhyaya completed Boston University’s accelerated medical program, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Medical Sciences and his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine. He went on to complete an internship at Massachusetts General Hospital, followed by orthopaedic surgery residency training through Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital. He further specialized in spine surgery through a combined orthopaedic and neurosurgery spine fellowship at the Norton Leatherman Spine Center. Dr. Upadhyaya practices with South Florida Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine and also sees patients in Stuart, Florida. He is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery and the American Medical Association.

Martin L. Lesin, DC, is a chiropractor in Port St. Lucie, Florida, with decades of clinical experience caring for patients with musculoskeletal concerns. He earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from the National University of Health Sciences and has been in practice since the late 1970s. Dr. Lesin is the owner of Lesin Chiropractic, where he provides evaluation and conservative, non-surgical care aimed at improving function, mobility, and overall comfort. In his practice, Dr. Lesin focuses on the assessment and management of musculoskeletal injuries and related conditions. Services described by the practice include in-office X-rays, guided physical-therapy exercises, and massage-therapy rehabilitation to support recovery and help patients return to daily activities more comfortably. Dr. Lesin is licensed in Florida. Patients seeking chiropractic care can expect an approach centered on thorough assessment, individualized care planning, and supportive rehabilitative strategies tailored to their needs.

Adam Ball, M.D., is a physician specializing in urology, providing comprehensive evaluation and treatment for a broad range of urinary and male reproductive conditions. He is the owner and practicing physician at Gulfstream Urology Associates, PA in Port St. Lucie, Florida, and is board certified by the American Board of Urology. Dr. Ball earned his medical degree from the University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine. He completed internship and residency training in urology and urologic surgery at Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System and the University of Miami, followed by advanced fellowship training in endourology and minimally invasive urology with an emphasis on laparoscopic and robotic urologic surgery through an affiliation with Eastern Virginia Medical School and Tidewater Urology. In addition to clinical practice, Dr. Ball serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor with the Florida State University College of Medicine. He is involved in organized urology through professional memberships that include the American Urological Association and the Florida Urological Society. Dr. Ball is affiliated with HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital and Cleveland Clinic Martin South Hospital, and he speaks English and Spanish.