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Patricia Walter’s Introduction to Hip Resurfacing

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on February 2, 2023 by Patricia WalterFebruary 3, 2025

Patricia Walter owner of the Surface Hippy Website discusses hip resurfacing in general and her BHR Birmingham Hip Resurfacing she received in 2006 from Dr. De Smet in Belgium

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20 Year Anniversary Jeff Dullum Bilateral Hip Resurfacing Dr. De Smet 2002

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on February 1, 2023 by Patricia WalterFebruary 1, 2023

20 years ago this week, I received my pair of Chromium Cobalt BHR metal hip implants from Dr. Koen de Smet in Ghent, Belgium. I am so lucky, confident and inspired about my hips that I trained at Ten Kicks gym this week where my daughter fights and coaches…and celebrated … Continue reading →

Nicklas Backstrom’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. De Smet 2022

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on January 6, 2023 by Patricia WalterJanuary 6, 2023

Original Article:  https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/35377168/how-nicklas-backstrom-accelerating-return-ice-hip-surgery Article by  Emily KaplanESPN  January 5, 2023   The Washington Capitals center’s nagging left hip had deteriorated to the point where he had a hard time putting on his socks and shoes. He struggled to play with his kids (ages 9, 6 and 2). He walked around … Continue reading →

Diana Walker’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Dr. De Smet 2021

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on March 18, 2022 by Patricia WalterMarch 18, 2022

I’m 67 and had a bilateral hip resurfacing with Dr. De Smet in May 2021. Now doing ‘Aerial sports again and walking correctly. Dr. De Smet is a major Star!

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Eugene’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. De Smet 2021

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on January 12, 2022 by Patricia WalterJanuary 12, 2022

My Hip Resurfacing Story My story started 6 years ago when I was diagnosed with a stress fracture in my femur. I was fitted with a DHS (Dynamic Hip Screw). I was able to do most things after my rehabilitation but running became painful and not worth it. My hip … Continue reading →

Brian’s ReCerf Ceramic on Ceramic Hip Resurfacing with Dr De Smet 2019

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on January 11, 2022 by Patricia WalterJanuary 12, 2022

Update December 2021 I’ve been busy playing at ”Lumberjack” cutting trees damaged in the recent storm and for sure without you/Koen de Smet/MatOrtho ReCerf -I’d not have been able to do so. AUGUST 2 2021 – BRIAN’s YEAR 2 POST OPERATIVE UPDATE  C on C Re Cerf with Dr Koen … Continue reading →

Dr. De Smet Hip Resurfacing Stories

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on January 8, 2022 by Patricia WalterJanuary 12, 2022
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Roy van de Donk Hip Resurfacing with Dr. De Smet 2020

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on November 26, 2021 by Patricia WalterNovember 26, 2021
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Brian’s ReCerf Ceramic on Ceramic Hip Resurfacing with Dr De Smet 2019 2 Year Update

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on September 18, 2021 by Patricia WalterSeptember 18, 2021

AUGUST 2 2021 – BRIAN’s YEAR 2 POST OPERATIVE UPDATE  C on C Re Cerf with Dr Koen De Smet -June 2019 Johannesburg OVERVIEW I attended Dr Koen De Smet in Johannesburg 2 years ago and had a Mat Ortho  Re Cerf Ceramic /Ceramic left hip resurface procedure -it was … Continue reading →

15 Year Anniversary of BHR Hip Resurfacing with Dr. De Smet 2006

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on March 15, 2021 by Patricia WalterNovember 9, 2025

Today, March 15, 2021, is my 15 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 … Continue reading →

One Year Anniversary Ceramic on Ceramic Hip Resurfacing with Dr. De Smet

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on March 2, 2021 by Patricia WalterMarch 2, 2021
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Jannes Vercaemst Bilateral Hip Resurfacing Dr. De Smet 2019 Belgium Kick Boxing Champ

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on December 17, 2020 by Patricia WalterJuly 24, 2025

Proud to announce : In less than 11 Months after Jannes Vercaemst Bilateral Hip Resurfacing Dr. De Smet became Belgium Champion -72,5 kg kickboxing !!!

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Ingrid’s Ceramic on Ceramic Hip Resurfacing with Dr. De Smet 2020

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on December 17, 2020 by Patricia WalterDecember 17, 2020

Ingrid , 49 year old female – 6 months after ceramic on ceramic recerf hip resurfacing with Dr. De Smet – second place in sprint triathlon.

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15 Months Post Op Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Dr. De Smet 2019

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on December 17, 2020 by Patricia WalterDecember 17, 2020

1 year and three months since bilateral hip resurfacing at Anca clinic Belgium with Dr. De Smet.

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Hockey 10 Months Post Op Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Dr. De Smet

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on December 17, 2020 by Patricia WalterDecember 17, 2020

Back on the ice 10 months after bilateral hip resurfacing surgery

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Female Athlete Ceramic on Ceramic Hip Resurfacing with Dr. De Smet 2020

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on December 17, 2020 by Patricia WalterDecember 17, 2020
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Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Dr. De Smet Patient Resumes Paragliding

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on December 17, 2020 by Patricia WalterDecember 17, 2020

Our patient (bilateral resurfacing) flew his passenger off the top of Mont Blanc , 4810 meter . Even 2 bionic hips doesn’t take your dreams away! Fly high and reach the sky.

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3 Months Post Op Hip Resurfacing with Dr. De Smet 2020

Hip Resurfacing at Surface Hippy Posted on December 17, 2020 by Patricia WalterDecember 17, 2020

3 months after hip resurfacing with Dr. De Smet of Belgium. Leg pressing 30 kg

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