Robert J. Avino, M.D.
Board-Certified, Fellowship-Trained Orthopedic Surgeon
Hip & Knee Replacement
Dr. Robert J. Avino is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon whose practice is focused exclusively on hip replacement, knee replacement, and robotic-assisted joint replacement for patients throughout Palm Beach County.
He has performed over 1,000 robotic-assisted hip and knee replacements using Mako technology, combining advanced surgical training with personalized care to help patients return to the activities they enjoy.
His approach begins with careful evaluation and clear communication — taking time to understand each patient’s goals and guiding them through both surgical and non-surgical treatment options.
1,000+
Robotic Joint Replacements
4 Years
Top Doctor (2023–2026)
3 Mako
Robotic Certifications
Board Certified
ABOS through 2033
Training & Education
Dr. Avino’s surgical training was completed at two of the country’s leading academic medical centers, with his fellowship specifically focused on hip and knee reconstruction.
Fellowship — 2020–2021
Adult Hip & Knee Reconstruction — Cleveland Clinic
Advanced subspecialty training in hip replacement, knee replacement, complex joint reconstruction, and revision surgery under world-renowned leaders in arthroplasty.
Residency — 2015–2020
Orthopedic Surgery — University of Chicago Medical Center
Five-year residency in the evaluation and surgical treatment of musculoskeletal conditions and reconstructive orthopedic procedures.
Medical school — 2011–2015
Doctor of Medicine — Saint Louis University
Medical Scholar program with early acceptance. Undergraduate biology degree earned magna cum laude on a Presidential Scholarship.
Surgical Experience & Expertise
Dr. Avino’s practice is focused exclusively on hip and knee replacement — not general orthopedics. This focused approach means every patient benefits from a surgeon whose daily work centers on the procedures they need.
He performs all joint replacement procedures using the Mako robotic-arm system and is certified in Mako total hip, total knee, and partial knee replacement. For hip replacement, he uses the direct anterior surgical approach, which spares muscles and may support a faster recovery.
Dr. Avino also serves as a surgeon consultant for Stryker Corporation — the maker of Mako technology — and as a faculty instructor for Stryker’s advanced robotic surgical training courses, teaching other surgeons on direct anterior techniques for complex primary hip replacements.
Research, Leadership & Recognition
Published Research
Research published in The Journal of Arthroplasty on outcomes in total knee arthroplasty. Serves as an elite peer reviewer for the publication and has presented at national orthopedic conferences including AAOS and ISTA.
Hospital Leadership
Serves on the Governing Board of Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center and chairs the Orthopedic Co-Management Committee, helping guide standards for surgical care and quality improvement.
Peer Recognition
Named a Palm Beach Illustrated Top Doctor four consecutive years (2023–2026) based on peer nominations. Active Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and Fellow of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons.
MODERN JOINT REPLACEMENT
Robotic Assisted Knee & Hip Replacement by Dr. Avino
Dr. Avino on Robotic Hip & Knee
Overview of robotic-assisted joint replacement at PBOI
Modern Hip & Knee Replacement
Robotics, same-day surgery & patient-centered techniques
Outside the Operating Room
Originally from the Midwest, Dr. Avino is proud to serve the community where he now lives with his wife — a primary care nurse practitioner — and their two daughters.
Outside of medicine, he enjoys golfing, traveling, and spending time with family. He understands firsthand the lifestyle his patients want to protect — and the importance of getting back to the activities that matter.
Request a Consultation with Dr. Avino
If you’re considering hip or knee replacement and want to learn more about Dr. Avino’s approach, a consultation is the next step.