Preparing for your visit

Your first visit with Dr. Ross Wodicka is a chance to talk through what brought you in, have a focused exam, and leave with a plan you understand.

Dr. Wodicka's practice centers on sports medicine, with particular attention to the knee and hip. He completed fellowship training in sports medicine at the Southern California Orthopedic Institute in Los Angeles, after residency at the University of Miami and medical school at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. That focus shapes how the visit runs: expect questions about your activity level, the specific movements or positions that bring on your symptoms, and any imaging or prior treatment you've already tried.

Bring a list of your current medications, any imaging you've had (a disc or a portal link works), and clothing you can move in. A knee or hip exam usually involves walking, bending, and a few range-of-motion checks in the room. If a physician referred you, bring their notes or ask their office to send records ahead of time; Dr. Wodicka's office works directly with referring physicians to coordinate care before and after the visit.

After the exam, you'll go over what the findings mean and what the next step looks like, whether that's physical therapy, an injection, further imaging, or a conversation about surgical options. You'll leave with that plan in writing. Dr. Wodicka sees patients in Fort Lauderdale and is accepting new patients; if something comes up before your visit, call the office directly.