Dr. Atwater is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in conditions and diseases of the spine; however, he is well-trained in all orthopedic specialties including hand, wrist, knee, hip, ankle, shoulder, arm, and elbow. Dr. John Atwater is rated as one of the top 50 spine surgeons in the United States. Ortho Spine America is his outpatient surgical clinic in Vero Beach, and he and his staff work closely with all patients to develop individualized treatment plans.