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March 15, 2023 was my 17 year anniversary of receiving my BHR Birmingham Hip Resurfacing from Dr. De Smet in Belgium in 2006. My hip resurfacing is still great and I never had problems with it. I still believe hip resurfacing is a great alternative to a total hip replacement for the right candidate – normally younger people that are very active and want no restrictions.

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Updated December 4, 2023

This year, JointMedica invited four global hip resurfacing key opinion leaders to discuss their take on hip resurfacing at the ISTA 2023 Hip Resurfacing Breakfast Symposium (Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel).

Dr. Thomas Gross

Dr. Jim MacKenzie

Professor Derek McMinn

Professor Derek McMinn explores the history and development of hip arthroplasty and the details of factors influencing a successful outcome. Professor McMinn has delivered this talk to many orthopaedic surgeons at international conferences. He continues on his journey to design and develop the most effective and safe joint replacements for future patients. 

What is Hip Resurfacing?

Hip Resurfacing is a bone conserving alternative to a Total Hip Replacement. Hip Resurfacing allows a person to return to their favorite sports or activities without restrictions.

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Luann’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Sparling 2010
Fabian Cuenca – Kickboxing Champion Bilateral Adept Finsbury 11/28/08 & 10/17/09

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Read over 2200+ personal hip resurfacing stories. Patients explain why they chose a hip resurfacing and talk about their surgeries, recoveries and return to a normal, active and pain free life.

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Surgeons answer questions asked by prospective patients about surgery, post op recovery and when they can return to the activities and sports they love.

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Max's Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Pritchett 2015
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Fabian Cuenca Returns to Kickboxing After His Hip Resurfacing
Wayne Morris Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Rogerson 2016
Wayne Morris /Returns to Biking After His Hip Resurfacing
Petes Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Engh in 2008
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Hip Resurfacing for Women

Women who are active and good candidates can have hip resurfacing. A small number of experienced surgeons perform hip resurfacing for women and small men.

Luan Hip Resurfacing 2010
Diana Osborn Hip Resurfacing 2023
Pat Duke hip resurfacing 2006 returns to horse back riding
Denise Hip Resurfacing 2008 returns to hiking
Monica Hardwick hip resurfacing 2016 returns to cycling
Amy's Hip Resurfacing 2008 returns to working with her dog Cleopatra
Victoria Kasner Hip Resurfacing 2006 returns to being active and pain free
Marcia Klun hip resurfacing 2006 has return to activities she loves
Patricia Walter BHR from Dr. De Smet 2006
Judy hip resurfacing 2010 returns to working with her dogs
Maina Gielgud hip resurfacing 2006 returns to ballet
Linda Pugliese bilateral hip resurfacing 2007 returns to Karate and Martial Arts
Sherry's Hip Resurfacing 2015 returning to dancing
Pamela Waugh Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Brooks 2014
Mary Ellen Loranger Hip Resurfacing May 24, 2023

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