Dr. Mines is board certified in both Sports Medicine and Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine. He was born and raised in Clearwater, Florida where he participated in various sports including soccer, tennis, and golf. He earned his undergraduate degree from University of Miami prior to completing a Masters of Biomedical Sciences at Tufts Medical Center in Boston. He returned to the Tampa Bay area to attend medical school at the University of South Florida and a residency in Family Medicine at Bayfront Hospital in St Petersburg, Florida. Following the conclusion of residency, Dr Mines completed his fellowship in Primary Care Sports Medicine at the Steadman Hawkins Clinic of the Carolinas in Greenville, South Carolina, through Prisma Health.
Dr. Mines works with athletes of varying levels ranging from elite to weekend warriors. He has served as team physician for the USA Karate National Team, traveling both domestically and internationally. He has also served as team physician for the Greenville Drive, a minor league affiliate of the Boston Red Sox. Additionally, Dr. Mines has served as team physician at the collegiate level with both Division I and Division II experience as well as for a multitude of local high schools. He has led medical coverage for mass events including triathlons (both open and closed water), half marathons, and large cycling events.
Dr. Mines is a member of numerous professional societies including the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine, the American College of Sports Medicine, and the American Academy of Family Physicians. He has delivered numerous sports medicine lectures at the national, regional, and local levels.
Dr. Mines cares for all musculoskeletal conditions in pediatric and adult populations. His experiences and patient relationships allow him to devise individually catered treatment plans that align with the goals and activity level of each patient. Utilizing the latest research and techniques, he practices evidence-based medicine to provide the highest level of care.
Outside of the office, Dr Mines enjoys outdoor activities, including fishing and boating. He participates in a wide variety of sports and is an avid supporter of Tampa Bay’s professional sports teams.
Certifications and Memberships
- AAFP Member 2017 – Present
- FAFP Member 2017 – Present
- AMSSM Member 2018 – Present