Photo Credit: Royal Palm Beach Rotary Club
Mayor of Royal Palm Beach, Mr Jeff Hmara; Dr. Jonathan Shaw, MD, Palm Beach Orthopaedic Institute; our current President, Mr Andre Blackwood, our Assistant Governor and former President of the Wellington Rotary Club, Walter Imperatore; Jeffrey Fine, Sales Manager, I Think Financial; Vice-President Eric Gordon; and President-Elect, Councilwoman Sylvia Sharpe
Royal Palm Beach, FL (August 13, 2025) – On Tuesday, August 13, local orthopedic surgeon Dr. Jonathan Shaw, a hip and knee specialist at Palm Beach Orthopaedic Institute, spoke to Royal Palm Beach Rotary Club members during its breakfast at Hilary’s Restaurant and Royal Deli in Royal Palm Beach. The Mayor of Royal Palm Beach, Mr. Jeff Hmara, was also in attendance. As a trusted medical professional in the community, Dr. Shaw shared his expert insights on the importance of active aging and maintaining joint health, emphasizing how mobility and preventative care can improve the quality of life for older adults.
Dr. Shaw’s presentation highlighted the importance of safe measures, such as stretching and eating a healthy diet, in supporting joint health and making physical activity more accessible for older adults. He also discussed the different conditions that may occur as we age, the situations where surgery would be necessary, being aware of pain and symptoms, and when to seek help. Dr. Shaw also offered attendees insight into modern procedures such as same-day hip replacements.
With a focus on hip and knee care, Dr. Shaw specializes in minimally invasive joint replacements, robotic-assisted surgery, revision procedures, and nonoperative treatments for arthritis. He completed advanced training at the internationally recognized Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush and is an active member of both the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons. Committed to helping people protect their joints and perform at their best, Dr. Shaw continues to serve the Palm Beach community with expertise and compassion.
The Royal Palm Beach Rotary Club has a long-standing dedication to “service above self,” bringing together business, professional, and community leaders to address real-world challenges with passion and vision. Hosting Dr. Shaw at its breakfast reflects this commitment by fostering awareness about active aging and joint health—key factors in improving community wellness and empowering individuals to lead healthier, more independent lives. His presentation not only educated members but also nurtured the club’s mission to promote integrity, service, and the advancement of well-being in the Royal Palm Beach community.
For more information about Dr. Shaw and the Palm Beach Orthopaedic Institute, visit https://www.pboi.com.
To learn more about the Royal Palm Beach Rotary Club, visit https://rpbrotary.org/.
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