William E. Carlson, MD is a Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon and Managing Partner of South Florida Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine. Dr. Carlson earned his Medical Degree from St. Louis University School of Medicine. He completed his Orthopedic Surgical Trainingat Wayne State University in Detroit.   Dr. Carlson has focused his orthopaedic practice on shoulder care and treatment, including arthroscopic and shoulder stabilizing procedures. He also performs Total Shoulder Replacement surgery, including new Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement. This is a newer option for patients who have a severe rotator cuff tear, in addition to arthritis. Dr. Carlson is one of a few orthopedic surgeons in our area who perform Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement surgery on a routine basis.   Dr. Carlson has practiced orthopaedic surgery since 1986. He has held several administrative Medical Staff positions at Martin Health Systems, including Member of the Board of Directors, Co-Chairman of the Professional Affairs Committee, and President of the Medical Staff. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Carlson is an Assistant Professor at Florida State University College of Medicine. He has presented clinical research at national meetings and is published in peer-reviewed medical journals. Dr. Carlson has consistently been recognized as one of the top physicians in his field.