Dr. Jon Kimball is a Board Certified Orthopedic and Spine Surgeon who specializes in the treatment of patients suffering from chronic pain. From complex spine conditions to minimally invasive procedures, Dr. Kimball has proven his success as one of the area’s top spine surgeons.
Dr. Jon Kimball earned his medical degree at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine. He went on to the University of Florida to complete his orthopaedic surgical residency at Shands Hospital where he found his passion for spine surgery. To expand his higher education he completed fellowships with: UCLA Department of Neurosurgery with a focus on minimally invasive spine surgery, Panorama Orthopedics & Spine Center with a focus on complex spine surgery and rehabilitation, and Triangle Orthopaedic Associates with focus on total joint arthroplasty.
Dr. Kimball has been recognized by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the North American Spine Society and the Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery for his accomplishments.
While in residency at the University of Florida, Dr. Kimball recognized the benefits of minimally invasive spine surgical techniques. Quicker recovery, less pain and higher patient satisfaction are what led him to dedicate his life to the advancement of minimally invasive spine surgery procedures. Through a series of thoughtfully selected postgraduate fellowships, Dr. Kimball became proficient in complex spine surgery techniques allowing him to translate his expertise into innovating minimally invasive procedures. This background of knowledge provides a higher understanding of the causes of a patient’s chronic pain yielding better treatment options and future outcomes.
Over the span of his career Dr. Kimball has taught residents, fellows and served as a consultant team physician for professional sports teams like the NBA New Orleans Hornets and the NFL New Orleans Saints. He has held leadership roles and contributed to multiple publications. He is a devoted husband and father, his proudest accomplishment. Dr. Jon Kimball’s sincere disposition makes him a favorite among patients and co-workers.
Dr. Kimball’s treatment philosophy is to provide individualized care and compassion to each patient. He is currently accepting new patients.
Ashley Adkins, MSN, APRN, FNP-C is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner, currently specializing in orthopedic-spine care. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of South Florida in 2010 and Master of Science in Nursing from Rivier University, in New Hampshire in 2017. She also has a dual Master’s of Science in Business degree.
Prior to working in ortho-spine, Ashley has experience working in primary care, urgent care, and emergency room settings as an advanced practice provider. She also worked as a med-surg and ER nurse for 7 years prior to obtaining her Master’s Degree.
Ashley strives to provide compassionate, evidence-based, high-quality care. She has a vast knowledge that extends not only into orthopedics/spine, but also lifestyle and nutrition management, and whole-person care.
Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family and dog, weight training, and reading.