Smarter orthopedic surgery starts here

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board certified by the national board of physicians and surgeons (NBPS)

The first and most experienced orthopedic surgeon specializing in the SuperPath approach in Southwest Florida.

Dr. Peter Ameglio

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the doctor

will see

you now

Dr. Peter Ameglio and his staff welcome you to their office in Fort Myers and look forward to seeing you.

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fort myers

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HOURS

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

6839 Porto Fino Cir, Fort Myers, FL 33912

WHAT WE DO

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From diagnosing conditions, surgery to repair,  and post treatment monitoring, we specialize in all things orthopedics.

orthopedic surgery

orthopedic conditions

all services

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frequently asked questions

it's common for patients to have questions before, during and even after their proceedure. we are here to help.

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What conditions does Ameglio Orthopedics treat?

Ameglio Orthopedics treats a wide range of orthopedic conditions including joint pain, arthritis, sports injuries, trauma-related injuries, and issues involving the hip, knee, shoulder, hand, foot, and ankle.

What orthopedic services are offered at Ameglio Orthopedics?

Does Ameglio Orthopedics offer minimally invasive joint replacement procedures?

What makes Ameglio Orthopedics different from other orthopedic practices?

WHAT OUR CLIENT'S ARE SAYING...

why choose superpath for hip replacement?

Discover how the SuperPATH® approach helps minimize tissue damage, reduce recovery time, and get patients back to moving comfortably with a more advanced hip replacement experience.

walk

the same day

3-4 inch

smaller incisions

24 hours

return home quickly

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Over 18 years of experience. board certified by the national board of physicians and surgeons (NBPS)

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SuperPath®
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SuperPath®
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private office

Minimal traffic

1-on-1 attention

return to movement

orthopedics redefined

Ameglio Orthopedics in Fort Myers, FL where patients receive care that feels personal, built on trust and skill. Dr. Peter Ameglio treats the entire musculoskeletal system with a hands-on approach that considers the whole person, not just the injury. From joint replacements and SuperPATH® hip surgery to fracture repair, sports injury treatment, and minimally invasive procedures, every plan is tailored to support comfort, mobility, and long-term function. Patients travel from Cape Coral, Buckingham, Estero, Lehigh Acres, La Belle, Punta Gorda, Naples, and Bonita Springs, FL — and even from as far as Canada, California, and the U.S. Virgin Islands — to receive orthopedic care that's rooted in personal connection and precision. At every visit, the goal is the same: to help you move better and feel like yourself again.

ORTHOPEDIC BLOG

ARTICLES & NEWS

Can You Kneel After SuperPATH Surgery?

By Ameglio Orthopedics • July 20, 2026
Yes, many people can kneel after SuperPATH hip replacement. However, kneeling usually isn't an early recovery activity, and there isn't one safe date for every patient. SuperPATH surgery may support a quicker return to movement, but the hip still needs time to heal. Your recov...

Before SuperPATH Hip Surgery: How Diabetes Shapes Your Plan

By Ameglio Orthopedics • July 19, 2026
Diabetes can affect more than your blood sugar before hip replacement. It may change how your surgeon evaluates infection risk, medication timing, wound healing, and recovery after surgery. That doesn't automatically rule out SuperPATH hip replacement. SuperPATH is a minimally...

Walker to Cane After SuperPATH Surgery: A Safe Plan

By Ameglio Orthopedics • July 18, 2026
A walker can make each step feel controlled after SuperPATH hip replacement. Giving it up too soon can make walking harder, increase your fall risk, or irritate the healing hip. The right time to use a cane depends on your balance, strength, pain, gait, and surgical instructio...