Mid-Florida Surgical Associates

Drs. Christopher J. Johnson and Jorge L. Florin established Mid-Florida Surgical Associates in 2004 and began providing surgical care to Lake, Sumter and West Orange counties. Each of the five surgeons on staff brings experience and expertise in many facets of general surgery.

Our focus is to provide the very best surgical care available to patients. We are committed to achieving this goal through continuing education and training in most minimally invasive and current robotic techniques. We treat our patients, nurses and staff like family. We believe that all patients deserve the best medical care available and we provide the most advanced, compassionate surgical care that has helped thousands live longer, healthier, happier lives.

Our surgeons serve their communities not just in patient care but also in philanthropic and volunteer endeavors. They serve as board members and officers to numerous hospital committees. They serve as members and officers to the medical societies and community foundations. They are active in their churches and participate in their children’s school activities. All of our surgeons are on staff at Health Central Hospital, South Lake Hospital and Orlando Health.

Jorge L. Florin, M.D., FACS

Dr. Florin is board-certified by The American Board of Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He has served as Chief of Surgery and Chief of Staff at Health Central, as well as being appointed to The Board of Trustees of Health Central from 2005 to 2009 by former Governor Jeb

Bush and reappointed by former Governor Charlie Crist. He is a member of The Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons, the Lake Sumter Medical Society and the American Society of Breast Surgeons. Dr. Florin has been recognized by his peers as one of “Orlando’s Premier Doctors” in 2011 and 2012.

Dr. Florin’s primary interests include laparoscopic surgery, hernia repairs, bowel resections, appendectomies, and breast cancer care. Other interests include both thyroid and parathyroid surgery.

Dr. Florin is married to Tami Florin and together they have six children. He enjoys playing tennis, travel and spending time with his family.

Christopher J. Johnson, D.O., FACOS

Dr. Johnson specializes in general surgery with an interest in minimally-invasive robotic procedures and robotic single-site surgery. He is the first surgeon to perform a robotic procedure in Lake County. He remains a strong supporter of minimallyinvasive procedures and stays abreast of the latest techniques. Robotic procedures are the most current technology available in general surgery today.

Dr. Johnson’s interests are in colorectal, bowel, biliary and hernia surgeries. He also provides care for patients with breast cancer, endocrine disease and reflux/heartburn disease.

Dr. Johnson is board-certified by The American Osteopathic Board of Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons. He has served as Chief of Staff and Chief of Surgery at South Lake Hospital in Clermont. He is a member of The Lake Sumter Medical Society, a member of the Florida Medical Association, The American Osteopathic Association, The American Society of Breast Surgeons and a Professor at Michagan State University.

He is married to Ann Johnson and they have 3 children, Clayton, Cara and Connor. He enjoys attending sporting events and outdoor activities, such as soccer and snowboarding. He enjoys the time spent with his family.

Jason A. Boardman, M.D., FACS

Dr. Boardman specializes in general surgery with interest in breast disease, vein treatments, and minimally-invasive surgery with an emphasis on oncological procedures for breast and colon. Along with Dr. Johnson, Dr. Boardman offers patients the latest in minimally-invasive surgeries utilizing both the daVinci robot, as well as the TIF procedure (trans-oral incisionless fundoplication), a treatment for reflux/ heartburn disease. Dr. Boardman and Dr. Johnson also proctor in the use of the daVinci robot.

Dr. Boardman is highly respected in the community. He is The Chair of the Credentials Committee and the former Chief of Surgery at South Lake Hospital. He is a member of Foundation Board for the hospital and participates on several other hospital committees. He is a strong supporter of American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life.

Dr. Boardman served as a Major in the United States Army. His experience included Chief of Surgery and Chief of Trauma, and he received several medals and honors during his service with the military.

Dr. Boardman is board-certified by The American Board of Surgery and is a Fellow of The American College of Surgeons. He is a member of The Florida Medical Association, Lake Sumter Medical Society, serving as current past president, The American Society of Breast Surgeons and a Professor at UCF. He has been recognized by The Florida Medical Association for his leadership and by the Consumer Research Council of America as “One of America’s Top Surgeons.”

Dr. Boardman is married to Dr. Mary Beth Lewis-

Boardman and they have 2 children, Annabella and Sam. He enjoys traveling and playing golf.

Joseph M. Armotrading II, M.D. FACS

Dr. Armotrading specializes in general surgery. He has special interest in breast diseases including minimally invasive breast procedures and treatment. He has a passion for surgical oncology and new emerging techniques. Dr. Armotrading also has an interest in hernia repair, gallbladder disease, appendectomies and endoscopy.

Dr. Armotrading is board-certified by The American Board of Surgery and is a Fellow in The American College of Surgeons. He is a member of The Florida Medical Association, Lake Sumter Medical Society and The American Society of Breast Surgeons. He also received Fellowship from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland.

He proudly served as a Major in the United States Armed Forces and received many military honors.

Dr. Armotrading enjoys exercising, listening to music and spending time with his family and friends.

David J. Wright III, D.O. FACOS

Dr. Wright specializes in general surgery with interest in breast malignancies, colon diseases, endoscopy, hernias, and minimally invasive robotic surgeries.

Dr. Wright is board-certified by The American Osteopathic Board of Surgery. He also serves on the Government Affairs committee for The American College of Osteopathic Surgeons. He is a member of The Florida Medical Association, The American Osteopathic Association, Lake Sumter Medical Society and The American Society of Breast Surgeons.

Dr. Wright serves on The South Lake Hospital Quality Review Committee. He assists pre-medical students in surgical training at South Lake Hospital. He also serves as a Surgical Board Examiner for The American Osteopathic Board of Surgery.

Dr. Wright is married to Stephanie Wright and they have 2 children David and Kate. He enjoys the outdoors, fishing, hunting and practicing martial arts. He also enjoys cooking for his family and friends.