Fast Facts
- A traditional symbol of orthopedics is the bent tree that has been braced to make it grow straight. In fact, orthopedic medicine began with specialists treating children suffering from spine and limb deformities. The Greek roots of the word ‘orthopedics’ are ortho (straight) and pais (child). Early orthopedists often used braces or other forms of treatment to make the child ‘straight.’
- TOC physicians are team doctors for Florida State University, Florida A&M University, three community colleges, and approximately 45 area high schools.