About Michael Talerico
Michael Talerico, MD, is a clinical assistant professor in the department of orthopaedic surgery and sports medicine at the University of Florida College of Medicine.
Dr. Talerico received his medical degree from Saint Louis University School of Medicine. He completed an internship in general surgery and orthopaedic surgery at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, where he remained to complete his residency in orthopaedic surgery, and served as administrative chief resident in his fifth year.
He went on to complete an accredited fellowship in orthopaedic traumatology advanced clinical experience at Harborview Medical Center, affiliated with the University of Washington. Before joining the University of Florida College of Medicine, Dr. Talerico was employed at the CORE Institute in Phoenix and served as a clinical assistant professor in the department of orthopaedics at the University of Arizona in Phoenix.
Dr. Talerico has earned multiple national awards and accolades over the years, including the AO North America Davos International fellowship in 2017. He is an active member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, the Orthopedic Trauma Association, and AO North America. Dr. Talerico serves as a reviewer for the Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma.
Board Certifications
- Board Certified
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Clinical Profile
Specialties
- Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery
Areas of Interest
- Pelvis & Acetabular Fractures
- Peri-Articular Fractures of the Extremities
- Extra-articular Fractures of the Extremities
- Treatment of the Polytrauma Patient
- Fracture Related Infection
- Atypical Femur Fractures related to Bisphosphonate Medication Use
- Treatment of Non and Mal-Union of Fractured Bones
Publications
- 2023
Use of Computed Tomography Angiography to Predict Complications in Tibia Fractures: A Multicenter Retrospective Analysis.
Journal of orthopaedic trauma. 37(9):456-461. [DOI] 10.1097/BOT.0000000000002618. [PMID] 37074790. - 2018
Risk of Knee Sepsis After Treatment of Open Tibia Fractures: A Multicenter Comparison of Suprapatellar and Infrapatellar Approaches.
Journal of orthopaedic trauma. 32(2):88-92. [DOI] 10.1097/BOT.0000000000001024. [PMID] 28906305. - 2016
Intramedullary Nail Fixation of Distal Tibia Fractures: Tips and Tricks.
Journal of orthopaedic trauma. 30 Suppl 4:S7-S11. [PMID] 27768626. - 2012
Stress fracture of the radius diaphysis in a skeletally immature wrestler.
The Journal of hand surgery. 37(5):995-8. [DOI] 10.1016/j.jhsa.2012.01.040. [PMID] 22463925. - 2010
Myosin binding protein C1: a novel gene for autosomal dominant distal arthrogryposis type 1.
Human molecular genetics. 19(7):1165-73. [DOI] 10.1093/hmg/ddp587. [PMID] 20045868.
Education
- Fellowship, Orthopaedic Traumatology Advanced Clinical Experience
2017-2018 - Harborview Medical Center, University of Washington - Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery
2013-2017 - Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania - Internship, General Surgery and Orthopaedic Surgery
2012-2013 - Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania - Medical Degree
2008-2012 - Saint Louis University School of Medicine - Bachelor of Arts, Arts & Letters Pre-Professional, U.S. History
2004-2008 - University of Notre Dame
Comments (65 received)
August 5, 2026
He did a great job taking care of me and performing surgery on my knee. Thank you.
August 5, 2026
Compassionate care, listens to questions & answers clearly.
July 29, 2026
See previous. But seriously… Dr Talerico… dude you’re awesome.
July 29, 2026
He is very sincere in his comments
July 29, 2026
Only downfall is the distance (2 hour drive)
July 1, 2026
Absolutely wonderful to his patients and really cares
July 1, 2026
Awesome Doctor
July 1, 2026
He listens to your concerns and answers them.
July 1, 2026
I WAS VERY BLESSED IS ALL I can say
June 24, 2026
The overall past and current experience with Dr Talerico has been excellent
June 24, 2026
I am so impressed with Dr. Talerico that I made the decision to travel back to Gainesville for all followup appointments following trauma surgery due to a car accident while visiting family.
June 24, 2026
He is a professional and good at communicating with patience to his patients.
June 24, 2026
A caring doctor and always explain what is going on..
June 10, 2026
Dr. Talerico and Carla are great!! They are both highly experienced and also down to earth. Easy to talk to and ask questions.
June 10, 2026
Such an amazing doctor. He really was with my son from the very beginning to the end. Explained next steps so we always knew what the plan for recivery was.
June 3, 2026
Great Doctor
May 27, 2026
He’s been an amazing part of my recovery and if anyone had a traumatic injury or needed a second opinion on something that had to do with bones, he’d be the only surgeon M.D. that I would recommend. Thank You
May 20, 2026
So attentive to my 94 year old mother. Listened to her concerns and made her feel so comfortable speaking with him.
May 20, 2026
Very personable, great listener, and he accepted respect for wrapping my leg too tightly after surgery, causing ischemia. My foot turned purple.
May 20, 2026
He was approachable and went over everything about the injury, surgery and what to expect overall. We really enjoyed meeting him and although nervous about the surgery, he made me feel more comfortable with the entire thing.
April 29, 2026
Very good Docotr
April 22, 2026
I'm just happy, they were professional and attentive.
April 22, 2026
Dr. Talerico and his staff are specialist and will speak how things are expected whether good or bad, be honest on what u going thru and they will act accordingly with positive results, i also want to mentioned that you will be threaded with pure respect and what you deserve, to the staff at UFH thanks for been with me every step.
April 22, 2026
I’ve had the best experience with Dr
Talerico and the staff of UF Orthopedics
April 15, 2026
I highly recommend Dr. Talerico. And the nurses were very attentive.
April 8, 2026
I feel fortunate to have had my surgery done by Dr. Talarico which was due to a horrible car accident.
April 8, 2026
Excellent experience
March 11, 2026
I know I'm in good hands
March 11, 2026
Excellent doctor
February 25, 2026
Dr tellarico and his assistant Carla are amazing!!
February 18, 2026
I had 32 surgeries before I got to this clinic. Most were debridements of a chronic Osteomyelitis that was threatening to finally take my leg at the hip, a procedure that would most likely make it so I would never again walk. My body was tired and recovery was getting harder with each surgery. I was ready to give up. Not only did the two surgeries I had done through your clinic remove all the signs of the infection I am able to walk and my skin has healed over so I can enjoy things like swimming and such without the constant worry about my bandages and drainage.
February 18, 2026
I am most grateful to have access to the expert care and service provided by Ortho at Shands to care for my complex fracture. Everyone from surgeon and anesthesia to residents and cast techs seem to love what they do and work hard.
February 4, 2026
Outstanding caretaker
January 14, 2026
Great
July 11, 2025
Both er doctors explained clearly what was going on and what I should and should not do for the next 4 weeks.
July 5, 2025
Dr Telerico sincerely cares for how my son will be able to move forward after this trauma and be able to do the things he wants to do.
July 3, 2025
Dr. Talerico is our surgeon. He called to let us know that everything went well. He had the same degree of caring at every appointment.At our last appointment on June 25 he told him that his leg had healed well and that Tim could do anything he wanted to do, and that he didn't need to come back unless he needed him. We really like him. Our experience is that. U F Health Care has really fantastic people! Thanks!
June 26, 2025
They were really great and made sure to cover everything I had questions about I would give the highest of recommendations
April 10, 2025
Dr. Talerico is a really kind and caring physician! Really liked him and would recommend him.
April 10, 2025
The best
March 20, 2025
Dr Talerico is a highly skilled physician & a fabulous communicator.
March 13, 2025
Good
February 27, 2025
Excellent communication concerning all aspects of treatment
February 21, 2025
I think this is where I should have put that Michael and Carla are the best and greatly appreciated!
February 20, 2025
Good
February 20, 2025
I Love UF Shands and UF orthopedic care because of the bed side manner !
February 20, 2025
100% would recommend UF Shands!
February 13, 2025
Dr. Telerico is incredible. Beyond just being incredibly knowledgeable, he really listens and makes an effort to understand my experience. I'm so grateful to have him on my team.
January 11, 2024
Carla APRN & Dr Talerico are both professional in their approaches to patient care. They have explained each step & answered questions I or my family had.
January 6, 2024
Very informative, answered questions with good clear answers, and very positive in future care.
December 5, 2023
GOOD
November 23, 2023
Dr Talerico took the time to explain my ongoing care and listened to my concerns. He let me decide without pushing me and that helped me make the right decision
November 9, 2023
The doctor always explains everything and shows me my X-rays for my improvement! And recommended some medicine for my improvements!
May 20, 2023
Best doctor ever!
April 13, 2023
Doctor Telrico has been my doctor over a year and has taken very good care of me. Along with all assistance, nurses, etc.
April 6, 2023
Very friendly and helpful
March 25, 2023
Outstanding. Would have been nice to see the x-rays this time, but the fracture is healed and that's the important thing.
March 23, 2023
I tell you what.. My Dr and his assistant Kayla was great..I have high Anxiety they made me feel like family..right at home.. Great humans
May 5, 2022
I understood everything they were saying and they told me what day to ask for if I needed to make another appointment if anything eat to change.
April 29, 2022
Great
April 21, 2022
Awesome
April 20, 2022
I was very impressed with Dr Talerico and his resident Michael! I feel very comfortable with them taking care of me. They were excellent!
April 7, 2022
Great, great, great
March 14, 2022
Dr. Talerico has been excellent since the beginning, he has always listened and answered all of my questions with sincerity and discussed how it could affect me. Its clear to see he genuinely cares about his patients and their well being