Melisa Estes, M.D.
PHYSICIAN SPECIALIZING IN: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Pain Management
OFFICE LOCATIONS
• Jupiter
• Palm Beach Gardens
EDUCATION
• Undergraduate: Emory University, B.A. in Biology and Psychology
• Medical School: Emory University School of Medicine
• Internship: Georgia Baptist Medical Center
• Residency: Emory University
BOARD STATUS
Board Certified in Pain Management and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
HOSPITAL PRIVILEGES
• Jupiter Medical Center, Jupiter, FL
INTERESTS
Dr. Melisa Estes enjoys treating non-operative musculoskeletal conditions. Her comprehensive practice includes treating conditions such as back and neck pain, degenerative joints, gait impairment, migraine headaches and sports injuries. She has extensive training in interventional spinal injections such as epidural steroid injections and facet injections. Dr. Estes is excited to be able to offer the latest non-surgical treatments of regenerative medicine. This includes PRP injections (Platelet Rich Plasma) and Cellular treatments. Dr. Estes feels that lifestyle modification, exercise, appropriate medications, and injections will allow patients to live their life to the fullest and not be slowed down by pain or dysfunction.
PRP THERAPY
Click here to read an article about PRP (Platelet-Rich-Plasma) Therapy.
MISSIONS
Dr. Estes has recently completed a medical mission trip to Haiti. Through partnering with Christ Fellowship Church and Mission of Hope Haiti, she was able to work with a team and treat 533 patients. The mission trip involved providing medical care to Haitians by setting up clinics in remote fishing villages. The trip was life changing. Dr. Estes is not sure what God will call her to regarding further mission work, but she is open to the next adventure. Please click here for more information about Mission of Hope. To read the feature on Dr. Estes’ trip published in the Jupiter Courier Newsweekly – click here.
Dr. Estes discussing treatment options for a patient with fellow physician, Dr. Eliana Bejarano. Mission of Hope Haiti
Sweet little boy was pleased with his care! Photo Courtesy of Dr. Melisa Estes
Dr. Estes’ (middle row, far right) Mission of Hope volunteer group!
TESTIMONIALS
My spine hasn’t felt so young in years thanks to Dr. Estes. Her persistence guided me toward recovery and her care is unmatched in the area. I’ve already referred my whole dinner club.
Very happy with my first visit with Dr. Estes. She took her time to review and discuss my back problem and find a right solution for me. Great staff members and very nice, clean office. I will definitely recommend Dr. Estes to everyone.
I had my first appointment with Dr. Estes this week after six weeks of bad back issues. I arrived at the appointment apprehensive and mean! I had a report and MRI in hand. I had done some internet research but had very little understanding of the report. I was greeted by her physician’s assistant, Grace Ann. I immediately felt more comfortable. I’m not sure how coherent I was in answering her questions but she was efficient and helpful. She had clearly reviewed old records and I felt like she knew me, in spite of the fact that we had never met. When Dr. Estes arrived, I continued to experience the same caring and concern. She showed me the MRI photos and explained the issues with patience and professionalism. She told me she takes a conservative approach and explained a three part treatment plan. She answered all my questions and sent me on my way with clear written instructions. I left with a positive feeling that I had found the exact right people and treatment for my newly discovered medical disaster
Dr. Melisa Estes is fantastic! My mother was referred to Dr. Estes by another doctor for neck pain and stiffness and we couldn’t be happier. Dr. Estes did a thorough exam with X-rays and truly listened to my moms concerns. She determined the cause of my moms neck pain and gave a detailed treatment plan as well as additional options for pain relief. My mom is feeling much better with Dr. Estes treatment plan and now has the knowledge of what was causing her pain and how to avoid additional flare ups. We truly appreciate Dr. Estes and highly recommended her. We now live an hour away from the office but gladly travel the distance for her care and expertise.
Dr. Estes is the most helpful, knowledgeable, caring & delightful med professional. I went to her with hip & back issues Dec 2016. She examined me, took xrays and sent me for an MRI after giving me her professional opinion on what she thought was going on. She was correct as my MRI showed possible need for hip replacement. She suggested & performed PRP injections and through her guidance, therapy referral and continued care and concern, I am on the way to feeling so much better. I am grateful for her care!
Palm Beach Orthopaedic Institute is now serving four locations. We have orthopedic clinics in:
-Jupiter
-Wellington
-West Palm Beach
-Palm Beach Gardens