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Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on August 25, 2016 by Patricia WalterSeptember 23, 2018
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Exploring Hip Resurfacing Devices: A Guide for Informed Decisions

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on March 28, 2026 by Patricia WalterApril 15, 2026

Navigating the landscape of hip resurfacing devices can feel a bit overwhelming, especially when weighing the options against traditional hip replacement methods. Hip resurfacing presents itself as a compelling choice, primarily because it’s designed to conserve more of your natural bone structure. Unlike the full replacement approach, which typically involves … Continue reading →

28th Year Anniversary of the First BHR Surgery by Professor McMinn 1997

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on August 11, 2025 by Patricia WalterAugust 11, 2025

The McMinn Centre is proud to announce the 28th Anniversary of the very first Birmingham Hip Resurfacing carried out by Professor Derek McMinn. This patient is still going strong 28 years after receiving his BHR in 1997! Professor Derek McMinn

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JointMedica Presents Dr. Gross, Dr. MacKinzie and Mr. McMin Discussing Hip Resurfacing 2023

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on May 6, 2025 by Patricia WalterMay 6, 2025

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) in November 2023. Based in Worcester UK, Jointmedica Ltd is innovative company producing cutting-edge technology to assist surgeon … Continue reading →

Birmingham Hip Resurfacing by Mr. McMinn Inventor from the UK

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on September 17, 2024 by Patricia WalterApril 15, 2026

What is the difference between a Birmingham Hip Resurfacing (BHR) and a total hip replacement (THR)? The fundamental difference between a BHR and a conventional total hip replacement (THR) is in the femoral (thigh) side. A THR has a long stem inserted into the canal in the thigh bone. Hence the natural femoral head and…

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27th Anniversary of McMinn Centre First Hip Resurfacing by Mr. McMinn

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on August 7, 2024 by Patricia WalterJanuary 30, 2025

The McMinn Centre is proud to announce the 27th Anniversary of the very first Birmingham Hip Resurfacing carried out by Professor Derek McMinn. This patient is still going strong 27 years after receiving his BHR!

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British Hip Society Podcast-Birmingham Hip Resurfacing-the whole story August 12, 2022

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on September 14, 2022 by Patricia WalterDecember 10, 2025

British Hip Society Podcast Birmingham Hip Resurfacing: the whole story August 12, 2022 This Podcast features Vikas Khanduja, Mr. Callum McBryde, Professor Derek McMinn MD FRCS , Mr. Ronan Treacy,  and Roger Ashton – Technical Director of JointMedica Original Podcast available here: https://surfacehippy.info/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Surgical-Legacies-BHR-Whole-Story.mp4 British Hip Society Podcast  The Podcast had … Continue reading →

Birmingham Hip Resurfacing vs Total Hip Replacement

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on November 17, 2021 by Patricia WalterJanuary 14, 2022

Birmingham Hip Resurfacing vs Total Hip Replacement  by Smith & Nephew 2016

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The Evolution of Contemporary Hip Resurfacing by Mike Tuke

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on February 12, 2021 by Patricia WalterFebruary 12, 2021

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Gait after Birmingham Hip Resurfacing Study 2019 by Wiik, Lambkin & Cobb

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on November 3, 2019 by Patricia WalterJanuary 22, 2023

Gait after Birmingham Hip Resurfacing an age-matched controlled prospective study Anatole V. Wiik, Rhiannon LambkinJustin P. CobbPublished Online: https://doi.org/10.1302/0301-620X.101B11.BJJ-2019-0383.R1 Conclusion Patients undergoing HRA improved their preoperative gait pattern of a significant limp to a symmetrical gait at high speeds and on inclines, almost indistinguishable from normal controls. HRA with an approved … Continue reading →

The Return of Hip Resurfacing by Derek McMinn at Pathways Conference October 2019

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on October 24, 2019 by Patricia WalterMarch 29, 2025

Original Article Available Here:  A member of the JointMedica team was privileged to have attended the inaugural Pathways Conference, held in London on 4 October 2019. Details of this independent scientific meeting can be found at the following link.  This meeting coincided with the 50th anniversary of JRI Orthopaedics. Founded … Continue reading →

Professor McMinn Interviewed in The TimesRegarding Sir Andy Murray’s Birmingham Hip Resurfacing

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on January 29, 2019 by Patricia WalterFebruary 23, 2019

Posted in Facebook on 2/5/2019 The McMinn Centre Professor McMinn was interviewed in The Times today regarding Sir Andy Murray’s Birmingham Hip Resurfacing. His considered opinion – Murray is in with a good chance of competing in Wimbledon this year. “With Sir Andy Murray, I would expect the chances of … Continue reading →

Andy Murray’s Pioneering Hip Surgery was First Developed in Birmingham

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on January 29, 2019 by Patricia WalterJanuary 30, 2019

Read Full Article Here at ITV.com by MR ANDREW PEARSON, MEDICAL DIRECTOR AND CONSULTANT ORTHOPAEDIC SURGEON: https://www.itv.com/news/central/2019-01-29/andy-murrays-pioneering-hip-surgery-was-first-developed-in-birmingham/ …The Birmingham Hip Resurfacing technique has enabled thousands of patients, including many high profile athletes, to reduce pain and increase mobility… …Birmingham Hip Resurfacing restores the natural shape of the joint which means … Continue reading →

Mr McMinn Interviews Mrs Berry, a Patient with a 46 Year Old MOM THR and 22 Year Old BHR

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on December 13, 2018 by Patricia WalterDecember 14, 2018

The McMinn Centre  Published on Dec 13, 2018

Mr Derek McMinn interviews Mrs Maureen Berry, a patient with a 46 year old Metal on Metal Total Hip Replacement and 22 year old Birmingham Hip Resurfacing. They talk about her experiences and how MoM hips can have highly successful outcomes.

Five to Ten-Year Results of the Birmingham Hip Resurfacing Implant in the U.S. 2018

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on November 1, 2018 by Patricia WalterNovember 16, 2018

International surgeon series and registry data have demonstrated positive outcomes and long-term survival of the Birmingham Hip Resurfacing (BHR) implant. We report the 5 to 10-year results from a single center in the U.S. Read or download the pdf here …Conclusions: BHR demonstrated excellent survivorship and clinical outcomes at 5 … Continue reading →

Ontario Canada Birmingham Hip Resurfacing covered by OHIP at Cleveland Clinic by Dr. Brooks

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on February 10, 2018 by Patricia WalterNovember 25, 2023

A Birmingham Hip Resurfacing Solution for Young, Active Patients with Hip Arthritis in Ontario Toronto is North America’s 4th largest city and has the fastest growing population in need of hip surgery, yet Toronto has limited experience in hip resurfacing doctors. This has left a void for patients in urgent … Continue reading →

20 Years of Hip Resurfacing – BHR Past, Present and Future by Dr. Edwin Su 2017

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on February 10, 2018 by Patricia WalterApril 22, 2018

 Published on Dec 17, 2017 – BHR The Past and the Future of Hip Resurfacing Dr Edwin Su takes a look at the Birmingham Hip Resurfacing (BHR) System’s 20 year history and outcome data from implant survival rates to opportunities for patients. In his closing slide Dr Su states … Continue reading →

Birmingham Hip Resurfacing 20 Year Video

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on February 10, 2018 by Patricia WalterSeptember 13, 2019

Published on Oct 20, 2017     The McMinn Center Website On 30th July 1997, Mr McMinn performed the world’s first Birmingham Hip Resurfacing (BHR) operation. Two decades later, we are celebrating the success of this bone-conserving procedure, pioneered by Mr McMinn, with the people whose lives have been changed … Continue reading →

Causes of Failure of Hip Resurfacing and Early Update with Metal on XL Polyethylene Hip Resurfacing by Mr. McMinn 2017

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on September 17, 2017 by Patricia WalterSeptember 20, 2017

Delivered at ISTA Seoul 22nd September 2017 by Mr. McMinn

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