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  • MeetDr. Cheong

    Voted by Peers as aTampa Top Doctors
    • Board Certified/Fellowship Trained
    • Member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
    • Specializes in Disorders of the Hips & Knees
    • 2013 and 2014 “Attending of the Year” University of South Florida Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
    • The Only surgeon offering a Lateral Total Knee Replacement in West Florida.
  • Get Back to Activities You Enjoy Lateral Approach Total Knee Replacement

  • Regain movement & strengthComplex Joint Reconstruction

  • Restore function with the most intricate procedure Limb Preservation Surgery

  • Diagnosis and Treatment of Malignant & Benign disorders of the musculoskeletal system Orthopedic Oncology

Patient Testimonials

Dr. Cheong and his staff were all very professional, polite, and very calm and the place was clean! Very compassionate!

-Jamie Mulligan

Dr. Cheong was very thorough and explained everything in detail pertaining to my specific needs. I’d had several surgeries and he explained my options to the fullest. We’re waiting on the results of the fluid drained from my knee.

-Kathy J

Dr Cheong was very informative and has a great personality.Left very comfortable.Thanks Dr Cheong

-Robert Maida

Dr. David Cheong is not only a wonderful and talented surgeon but a compassionate human being. Kind and generous with his time and understanding. I had both shoulders replaced and my recovery time was limited because of his skill! I highly recommend Dr. David Cheong. I am thriving and lucky to have had him as my surgeon! Very grateful!

-Pamela Lewis

I was referred to OAWF by my primary care physician due to pain I was experiencing in my left upper thigh. Dr. Cheong was very good and personable. He did not find any bone issues and referred me to their physical therapy office in Clearwater. The therapists I worked with, Mark Jorgensen and Christina Lovera, were very good at providing me with exercises that reduced my pain and finally terminated the pain in my upper thigh. I strongly recommend them and the entire therapy office. All of the staff are very interactive and personable. Thank you.

Dr. Cheong, Did a great job with the Left knee Arthroscopy surgery, He explained everything he did. looking forward to the Follow up appt

I have been seeing Dr. Cheong for almost three years. Every visit the front office staff, medical assistants, X-ray and Dr.Cheong, courteous, caring and very professional. Recent had the pleasure of seeing Dr. Tambay to address some lingering pain from surgery. He and his assistant were very kind and compassionate as well. Highly recommend OAWF.

I highly recommend Dr. Cheong. Everyone, from the staff in the front office and the back office, including Dr. Cheong himself, were fantastic. Will definitely go there for any future orthopedic needs.

Dr. Cheong was personable and professional, and he explained things in a way that was easy to understand. He was very thorough in explaining my plan of care. I would definitely recommend him.

-Barbara Joyce

Dr. Cheong was very thorough and explained everything in detail pertaining to my specific needs. I’d had several surgeries and he explained my options to the fullest. We’re waiting on the results of the fluid drained from my knee.

-Kathy Jones

Although I had one knee replacement, Dr. Cheong would be new to me. At first meeting he answered all my questions even though I had the procedure before. The office staff efficiently scheduled my operation and went over every stage from hospital admittance to follow up visit. Kudos to Heather, Meghan and especially Christine P. for their friendliness and understanding. Dr. Cheong may be a man of few words but at his visit on morning of the operation, he was compassionate and reassuring. I was able to go home the same day, followed medication regiment and never had any pain through 3 weeks of recovery. I highly recommend Dr. Cheong !

-Maryellen Moran

First and foremost the surgery was a success, after a life time of hip pain after the surgery and recovery I have zero pain from the hip. As for Dr. Cheong, his explanation and treatment through out the process has been nothing but excellent. If you are considering any type of orthopedic surgery Dr. Cheong would be my first and only choice.

-Richard Drago in Clearwater, FL

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Dr. Cheong helped me when I thought there was no hope. He is very caring and considerate. He did an excellent job with my knee replacement, even after a second replacement was necessary due to a faulty prosthetic.

-Christina in Clearwater, Florida

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The most compassionate and sincere doctor I've had the pleasure of being on my side. I couldn't imagine being in the care of anybody besides him, as he was absolutely magnificent in both explaining to me the diagnosis in a manner which I could understand but also being absolutely charismatic and understanding.

-Jordan Hussey in Punta Gorda, FL |

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Being referred to Dr. Cheong was a blessing. I first met him last fall with a worn-out hip that had been replaced over fifteen years ago. I limped into his office with leg length discrepancy (one leg was longer than the other), had a completely worn out hip, and was in incessant pain. My previous...more

-Aimee in Tampa, FL

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I first met Dr. Cheong February 25 2016. Dr. Cheong diagnosed a Tibial Fracture. No frills or unnecessary xray . I feel he treated me with knowledge and skill. Remarkable is the best way to disscribe this wonderful human being! Thank you for this opportunity to express my gratitude.

-Helen Spiegel in Clearwater Beach

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He is very caring and listens to you. Best Ortho I have ever met and used for my knee surgery.

-Tara in Largo, Florida

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Dr. Cheong always had time to discuss my concerns and answer my many questions. Post-op, Dr. Cheong always took time to visit me in hospital and check on my recovery. His assistant, Juan, was most, courteous, helpful and prompt when returning my calls. I highly recommend Dr. Cheong and his staff.

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Dr. Cheong is one of the best doctors we have ever had, and a real credit to OAWF and Mease Countryside Hospital. His skill and personality are impeccable and when we asked the nurses how they enjoyed working with Dr. Cheong, they couldn’t say enough about his skill and treatment of the patients and nursing staff.

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Patient Testimonails - David Cheong MD - Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Cheong is one of the best doctors we have ever had, and a real credit to OAWF and Mease Countryside Hospital. His skill and personality are impeccable and when we asked the nurses how they enjoyed working with Dr. Cheong, they couldn’t say enough about his skill and treatment of the patients and nursing staff.