Shoulder & Elbow Fellowship · Washington University · St. Louis

Sarasota's
Shoulder, Elbow
& Sports Surgeon.

The Sarasota Shoulder Doc.

Dr. Amir Boubekri is a fellowship-trained shoulder, elbow, and sports surgeon at Intercoastal Medical Group — serving patients across Sarasota and Lakewood Ranch with evidence-based, personalized care.

WashU
Top Fellowship Program
17
Peer-Reviewed Publications
40+
Scholarly Contributions
4
Hospital Affiliations
Dr. Amir Boubekri, MD – Orthopedic Surgeon at Intercoastal Medical Group, Sarasota FL

Dr. Amir Boubekri, MD

Orthopedics · Intercoastal Medical Group

Shoulder Surgery Elbow Surgery Sports Medicine
📞  (941) 362-8662  · Accepting New Patients
Dr. Amir Boubekri, MD orthopedic surgeon Sarasota
WashU
Fellowship
Trained Top U.S. Program

Precision Surgery.
Compassionate Care.

Dr. Amir Boubekri is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon with advanced subspecialty expertise in shoulder, elbow, and sports surgery. He completed his Shoulder and Elbow Fellowship at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis — consistently ranked among the top shoulder and elbow fellowship programs in the country, renowned for its surgical volume, research output, and caliber of faculty.

"I am committed to patient-centered care grounded in evidence-based medicine, surgical precision, and collaborative decision-making in the Sarasota and Lakewood Ranch communities."

Prior to his fellowship, Dr. Boubekri completed his orthopedic surgery residency and internship at Loyola University Medical Center, and earned his medical degree from the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine — the #1 ranked medical school in the state of Florida. His undergraduate training in Molecular and Cellular Biology at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign grounded his research-driven approach to patient care.

Now at Intercoastal Medical Group, Dr. Boubekri serves patients across Sarasota and Lakewood Ranch — from active seniors looking to return to golf and pickleball, to athletes recovering from sports injuries. He combines the latest evidence-based techniques with personalized attention to help every patient achieve their goals.

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Fellowship — Shoulder & Elbow SurgeryWashington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO
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Residency & Internship — Orthopaedic SurgeryLoyola University Medical Center, Maywood, IL
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Doctor of Medicine (MD)University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine — #1 Ranked Medical School in Florida
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BS, Molecular & Cellular BiologyUniversity of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Intercoastal Medical Group
Intercoastal Medical GroupSarasota & Lakewood Ranch, FL · Orthopedics Department
Surgical Specialties

What Dr. Boubekri Treats & Repairs

From minimally invasive arthroscopy to complex joint reconstruction, Dr. Boubekri offers the full spectrum of shoulder and elbow care for patients of all activity levels and ages.

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Shoulder Surgery

Comprehensive shoulder care using the latest minimally invasive and open surgical techniques — from sports injuries to advanced joint disease.

  • Rotator Cuff Repair (arthroscopic)
  • Total & Reverse Shoulder Replacement
  • Complex & Revision Total Shoulder Arthroplasty
  • Shoulder Reconstruction
  • Shoulder Instability (Bankart / Latarjet)
  • Biceps Tenodesis & SLAP Repair
  • AC Joint Reconstruction
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Elbow Surgery

Specialized elbow care for overuse injuries, fractures, nerve conditions, and degenerative disease — tailored to athletes and active adults alike.

  • Tennis & Golfer's Elbow
  • UCL Reconstruction (Tommy John)
  • Distal Biceps Repair
  • Cubital Tunnel Decompression
  • Elbow Replacement
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Sports Medicine

Getting you back to peak performance — whether you're a competitive athlete, pickleball player, golfer, or active senior.

  • Overhead & Throwing Athletes
  • Pickleball, Golf & Tennis Injuries
  • Return-to-Sport Planning
  • PRP & Injection Therapy
  • Second Opinions
Scholarly Output

Research That Shapes
Better Patient Care.

Dr. Boubekri is an active researcher and frequent national presenter with over 40 scholarly contributions. His published work directly informs the surgical techniques and protocols he uses every day.

17
Peer-Reviewed Publications
9
Podium Presentations
12
Poster Presentations
40+
Total Contributions
J. Shoulder & Elbow Surgery Shoulder & Elbow (SAGE) JBJS Case Connector JAAOS Global Seminars in Arthroplasty J. Arthroplasty
Common Conditions

Pain Shouldn't Slow You Down

Dr. Boubekri treats a wide range of shoulder and elbow conditions — many common among Sarasota's active and senior communities. Click any condition to learn more from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS).

Rotator Cuff Tear (partial or complete)AAOS → Shoulder Arthritis & Bone-on-Bone PainAAOS → Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis)AAOS → Shoulder Dislocation & InstabilityAAOS → Shoulder Impingement SyndromeAAOS → Biceps Tendon Rupture or TearAAOS → Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)AAOS → Golfer's Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)AAOS → Elbow Arthritis & StiffnessAAOS → Cubital Tunnel Syndrome (Ulnar Nerve)AAOS → AC Joint Separation or ArthritisAAOS → Clavicle (Collarbone) FracturesAAOS → Elbow Fractures & DislocationsAAOS → UCL Injury (Tommy John / Throwing Athletes)AAOS → Pickleball, Tennis & Golf InjuriesAAOS →
Second Opinions on Surgery Recommendations

Patient education links provided by OrthoInfo — American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS). Links open in a new tab.

2025 · Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery First Author

Evaluating Postoperative Outcomes of Arthroscopic Rotator Interval Release after Rotator Cuff Repair: A Randomized Prospective Trial

Boubekri AM, Scheidt M, Chen A, Shivdasani K, Liu S, Stanila T, Salazar DH, Garbis NG  ·  View on PubMed →
2023 · Shoulder and Elbow (SAGE) First Author

Patient-Specific Mini-Open Subpectoral Long Head of the Biceps Tenodesis with Anatomic Tensioning: A Surgical Technique

Boubekri AM, Scheidt M, Farooq H, Garbis NG, Salazar DH  ·  View on PubMed →
2024 · JAAOS Global: Research and Reviews First Author

Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning vs. Traditional Linear Analysis in Predicting Component Size of Anatomic and Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty

Boubekri AM, Murphy MP, Scheidt M, Shivdasani K, Anderson J, Garbis NG, Salazar D  ·  View on PubMed →
View All 17 Publications on PubMed →

Rotator cuff repair, reverse shoulder arthroplasty, AI-assisted surgical planning, elbow pathology, and surgical technique innovation — across 7 peer-reviewed journals.

Patient Reviews

What Patients Are Saying

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Why Choose Dr. Boubekri

Subspecialty Training.
Personal Attention.

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Washington University Fellowship

Consistently ranked among the top shoulder and elbow fellowship programs in the country — known for exceptional surgical volume, world-class faculty, and rigorous research. Patients in Sarasota benefit directly from that training.

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Research-Informed Practice

Active researcher published in top orthopedic journals. His care is guided by current evidence — including research he conducted himself — not outdated protocols.

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Every Patient, Every Goal

From active seniors wanting pain-free golf and pickleball, to athletes returning to competition — treatment is tailored to your lifestyle, not a template.

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Part of Intercoastal

Sarasota's most established multi-specialty group. Imaging, labs, PT, and specialist coordination — all in one trusted network, close to home.

Ready to Feel Better?

Request an appointment with Dr. Boubekri at either of our convenient locations. We serve patients throughout Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Bradenton, and Venice.

📍 Lakewood Ranch I

11505 Rangeland Parkway
Bradenton, FL 34211

(941) 362-8662

Mon–Thu 8 am–5 pm · Fri 8 am–2 pm

📍 Cattleridge Medical Building I (Temporary — Suite 106)

3333 Cattlemen Road
Sarasota, FL 34232

(941) 955-6748

Mon–Thu 8 am–5 pm · Fri 8 am–2 pm

Sarasota Memorial Hospital
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
SARASOTA, FL · LEVEL II TRAUMA CENTER

Sarasota's flagship 901-bed regional medical center and the area's most comprehensive hospital, founded in 1925. SMH is a nationally recognized leader in orthopedic surgery, named to U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals, Fortune/Merative 100 Top Hospitals, and Newsweek World's Best Hospitals — multiple years running. It has earned straight A's for patient safety from the Leapfrog Group since 2016. Dr. Boubekri performs complex shoulder and elbow reconstructions here.

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Sarasota Doctors Hospital · HCA Florida

A full-service acute care hospital affiliated with HCA Florida, offering advanced surgical capabilities and a nationally recognized joint replacement program — awarded America's 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement. Dr. Boubekri performs shoulder and elbow procedures at this facility for patients in the Sarasota area.

Lakewood Ranch Medical Center

A community hospital serving the rapidly growing Lakewood Ranch and Bradenton corridor. Conveniently located near Dr. Boubekri's Lakewood Ranch I office, this facility provides orthopedic surgical care close to home for patients in eastern Manatee County.

IMG Ambulatory Surgery Center · Intercoastal Medical Group

Intercoastal Medical Group's state-of-the-art outpatient surgery center, purpose-built for same-day procedures. Ideal for many arthroscopic shoulder and elbow surgeries where patients benefit from the convenience and comfort of an outpatient setting with shorter stays and faster recovery.

Ready to Get Started?

Scheduling is handled through Intercoastal Medical Group's online system — the same trusted process used across all IMG specialties. Most new patients are seen within 1–2 weeks.

📅  Request an Appointment Online 📞  Call (941) 362-8662
Insurance & New Patients

Dr. Boubekri is accepting new patients. Most major insurance plans are accepted, including Medicare, Aetna, Humana, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, and BCBS. Please call the office to verify your specific coverage.

What to Bring to Your First Visit
  • Insurance card and photo ID
  • Prior imaging (X-rays, MRI) if available
  • List of current medications
  • Referral from your primary care physician if required by your plan