Health First’s orthopedic and spine program delivers patient-centered musculoskeletal care across its four Brevard County hospitals situated along Florida’s “Space Coast,” caring for patients requiring hip, knee, shoulder, spine and trauma services and supported by a robotic surgery program utilizing Globus and Mako systems. The system’s current expansion and construction projects include new operating rooms, advanced imaging, and increased inpatient and outpatient/ambulatory capacity. The system is also advancing care standardization, surgical outcomes and cost efficiency through initiatives like the supply chain “Orthopedic Star Team” and the physician executive leadership committee. Holmes Regional Medical Center in Melbourne, Fla. serves as the region’s only level 2 trauma center, including a dedicated orthopedic trauma program and air ambulance helicopter transfer system, while Viera Hospital has earned the CMS 5-star overall rating for three consecutive years. Three Health First orthopedic and spine surgeons were named to Newsweek‘s list of “America’s Leading Doctors” for 2025. In addition, Health First Medical Group orthopedics and spine programs are supported by fellowship-trained sub-specialist, and a team of highly skilled advanced practitioner providers. Health First also earned recognition from U.S. News & World Report in three orthopedic-related specialties for 2025, rated “high performing” in hip fracture, hip and knee replacement, and spinal fusion.
