Rheumatology
Ernesto Rodriguez, M.D., RhMSUS, is a practicing rheumatologist and managing partner at Florida Medical Clinic/Orlando Health Rheumatology with offices in both Hillsborough and Pasco Counties. He maintains clinical affiliations with the University of South Florida and the HCA Bayonet Point Regional Medical Center rheumatology fellowships, where he is an Affiliate Assistant Professor. Born and raised in Ponce, Puerto Rico, he received his medical degree from the Ponce School of Medicine and trained in internal medicine and rheumatology at the University of South Florida. Besides patient care, Dr. Rodriguez leads the rheumatology MSK ultrasound department at Florida Medical Clinic and conducts clinical trials on musculoskeletal imaging as well as emerging therapies for rheumatic diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, lupus, and osteoporosis. He is also a member of several local, national, and international organizations including the Florida Society of Rheumatologists (FSR), the American College of Rheumatology (ACR), the Spondyloarthritis Research and Treatment Network (SPARTAN), the Group for Research and Assessment of Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis (GRAPPA), and the Ultrasound School of North American Rheumatologists (USSONAR). Outside of the office, Dr. Rodriguez enjoys spending his time with his wife, two children, and his golden retriever, Frida. In his spare time, he enjoys a good book, the Florida beaches, and traveling.
Meet Our Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health Rheumatology Team
Dr. Rodriguez is one of several highly skilled rheumatologists at Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health, alongside Dr. Natalie Faith, MD, RhMSUS, RMSK, Dr. Alicia Fierro, DO, Dr. Julio A. Gonzalez-Paoli, MD, Dr. David Rivera, MD, Dr. Ernesto Rodriguez-Velazquez, MD, RhMSUS, and Dr. Amarilis Torres, MD. Together, they form a dedicated team that offers expert care for patients with a wide range of rheumatic diseases.
The team specializes in managing conditions affecting the body’s bones, joints, muscles, and ligaments, such as arthritis, musculoskeletal pain, and other related disorders. They offer consultative, diagnostic, and therapeutic treatments tailored to each patient’s needs. The use of advanced diagnostic techniques, including musculoskeletal ultrasound, ensures accurate diagnoses and personalized treatment plans, including medication management, physical therapy, and other interventions.
Serving the communities of Land O’ Lakes, Tampa, and Zephyrhills, the rheumatology team ensures access to top-quality care close to home. The team’s collaborative approach helps patients regain independence and enjoy a better quality of life.
If you’re experiencing symptoms of a rheumatic condition or need expert advice on managing arthritis or musculoskeletal pain, the team is here to help. Call the Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health Rheumatology team today to schedule an appointment and take the first step toward improved mobility and well-being.
To learn more about Dr. Ernesto Rodriguez and our rheumatology services, visit FloridaMedicalClinic.com.
Land O’Lakes, Tampa, Zephyrhills | www.floridamedicalclinic.com/specialties/rheumatology | 813-782-1234
