Alessandra Posey (she/her)

Musculoskeletal and Sports Medicine Preceptor

 
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Hometown

Miami, FL

 

Medical School

DO from the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Bradenton, FL

 

Additional Degrees

Bachelor’s of Science

 
 

Where did you complete your Residency and Fellowship?

Internship at Broward Health in Ft Lauderdale, FL

Family Medicine Residency at Palmetto General Hospital in Hileah, FL

Sports Medicine Fellowship at Nova Southeastern University in Davie, FL

What do you like most about Lakeside?

Very positive experiences with residents

What are your interests in medicine?

Sports Medicine and Concussion

What is your favorite flavor of ice cream?

Chocolate

What interests do you have outside of medicine?

Sports, Friends, and Family (I have 3 fun, energetic, and loving boys)

What other job would you have wanted, if not the one you have?

I’d have been a judge of the Cooking Network

Tell us one random fact about anything else you like

I used to be a volleyball coach

What is your favorite spot in Florida?

Siesta Key and Disney World

What advice would you give to a new doctor just starting their residency or their career?

Read as much as possible