Advanced Orthopedic Institute

09/17/2026

Meet Autumn Root, part of our Front Desk Checkout team at Advanced Orthopedics Institute! Autumn helps make sure your visit wraps up smoothly, from scheduling follow-ups to answering any last questions. 😊

We're grateful to have her on our team!

09/14/2026

Meet Jessie Thomas, Family Nurse Practitioner at Advanced Orthopedics Institute! Jessie brings a patient-centered approach to care, working closely with patients to diagnose, treat, and support their orthopedic health every step of the way.

We're proud to have him on our team! 🙌

Learn more about Jessie and the rest of our team: advancedorthopedicsinstitute.com

09/09/2026

Meet Gisselle Font, our Certified Medical Assistant at Advanced Orthopedics Institute! Gisselle helps ensure every patient visit runs smoothly, supporting our providers and making sure you feel comfortable and cared for from start to finish. 😊

We're grateful to have her on our team!

09/04/2026

09/01/2026

Meet Melissa Manzano, our X-Ray Technician at Advanced Orthopedics Institute! Melissa plays a key role in helping our providers get the clear, accurate imaging they need to diagnose and treat every patient. 📸

We're grateful to have her on our team!

08/28/2026

Shoulder pain is one of the most common complaints among active adults — and in a community like The Villages, where residents are committed to golf, gardening, pickleball, and staying engaged in daily life, it can be especially frustrating when a nagging shoulder starts to slow you down.

But how do you know when to push through and when to pick up the phone and call a specialist?

Find the answers here:

Shoulder pain slowing you down? Discover when it's time to see a specialist. Dr. Alfred Cook at AOI in The Villages, FL offers comprehensive orthopedic care from therapy to surgery.

08/27/2026

Meet Cathy Hughes, our Insurance Supervisor at Advanced Orthopedics Institute! Cathy works behind the scenes to help make sure your visit is as smooth and stress-free as possible. 😊

We're grateful to have her on our team!

08/24/2026

Meet Dr. Alfred J. Cook Jr., Orthopedic Surgeon and the driving force behind Advanced Orthopedics Institute! Dr. Cook is dedicated to helping patients throughout The Villages get back to the activities they love — with expert, personalized orthopedic care every step of the way.

Learn more about Dr. Cook and the rest of our team: advancedorthopedicsinstitute.com

07/20/2026

If you’ve been told that your rotator cuff damage is too severe for traditional shoulder replacement — or that surgery just “isn’t an option” — you may not have heard about one of the most transformative procedures in modern orthopedics: reverse total shoulder arthroplasty.
At Advanced Orthopedics Institute (AOI) in The Villages, Florida, Dr. Alfred J. Cook Jr. has helped many patients who felt they had run out of options discover a path back to an active, pain-free life.

Learn how reverse total shoulder arthroplasty at Advanced Orthopedics Institute in The Villages helps patients with rotator cuff damage regain strength and mobility. Schedule a consultation today.