Category Archives: Dr. Su HR Stories
Steve Lee Bilateral Hip Resurfacing Dr. Su 2008/2019
17 year anniversary: All is good. I forgot about my anniversary on September 29 for my left hip resurfacing until today. The resurfaced hips are feeling so natural that I don’t even think about them anymore. I had my right hip resurfaced almost 6 years ago on 11/1/19. I downhill … Continue reading →
Patrick Kane, Hockey Star, Hip Resurfacing Story
Patrick Kane, hockey star, has received a hip resurfacing. An article about his career and hip resurfacing is available here: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/37999418/patrick-kane-free-agency-nhl-2023-blackhawks-rangers-surgery Dr. Domb from the American Hip Institute in Illinois discusses hip resurfacing in the article: “Dr. Benjamin Domb, founder and medical director of the American Hip Institute in Illinois, … Continue reading →
Dan’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Su 2023
March 30, 2023 HUGE thank you to Pat and all the posters who share their stories, videos, blogs, posts and whatnot. I wouldn’t have had hip resurfacing without this site or the advice. After a three year battle with OA of the left hip and PHD level research on THR … Continue reading →
Beau Necco’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Su 2022
Four months post op right right hip Resurfacing from Dr. Edwin Su. It was my slowest half marathon, but it feels so good to be back. Continue reading →
6 Year Update Puckeater’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Su 2016
Puckeater’s Original Story https://surfacehippy.info/puckeaters-bilateral-hip-resurfacing-with-dr-su-2016/ Thought I would post another followup. I am 56 now, had this surgery 6 years ago. Still playing hockey 2-3 times a week as a goalie. Best money I ever spent! Continue reading →
Puckeater’s Bilateral Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Su 2016
6 Year Update October 20, 2022 Thought I would post another followup. I am 56 now, had this surgery 6 years ago. Still playing hockey 2-3 times a week as a goalie. Best money I ever spent! 4 Year update March 25, 2020 I started this thread about 4 years … Continue reading →
1 Year Update Steve Lee’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Su 2019
Steve’s Original Story http://surfacehippy.info/steve-lee-hip-resurfacing-dr-su-2008/ 1 year anniversary RBHR and 12 year anniversary LBHR X-rays OK Lab report: Chromium 2.4 ng/ml, cobalt 4.2 ng/ml OK I’ve been active hunting, fishing, skiing, swimming and jogging on a treadmill and feeling great! Skied backcountry November 25, 2020. Preseason skiing since the Eaglecrest ski … Continue reading →
Isaiah Thomas Hip Resurfacing and Comeback with Dr. Su 2020
On May 7th 2020 I decided to have resurfacing surgery on my right hip to finally fix my bone on bone issue I been dealing with the last 3 years! The Country’s stoppage was a blessing in disguise for me in terms of allowing me to have the time to … Continue reading →
Spartacus Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Su 2020
I fractured my right hip in a cycling accident in October 2017 (age 26). Three screws were put in to hold the femoral neck together. The surgeon gave me some warnings at the time: (1) He preferred the ORIF to a THR because he felt it was likely I’d need … Continue reading →
19 Year Old Jon Figley’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Su 2019
I had the hip resurfacing procedure with Dr. Su in June of 2019 at the age of 19. I was injured at my home when I was 10 years old, I slipped and did the splits. At the time I thought I injured my groin, however it never got better. … Continue reading →
David Rosen’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Su 2019
It’s been 2 weeks since my surgery by Dr Su .I am very happy with the surgical outcome (so far) and also feel the HSS hospital is extremely professional. I traveled from Israel to NY ,was assigned a coordinator for overseas patients,Katherine Alcantara who escorted me on the pre-op examinations … Continue reading →
11 Year Update Steve’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Su 2008
Read Steve’s Original Hip Resurfacing Story Here: http://surfacehippy.info/steve-lee-hip-resurfacing-dr-su-2008/ 11 year anniversary today with left BHR – Birmingham Hip Resurfacing. Happy with the device. I’ve been active skiing, racquetball, hunting and fishing. -1 month post op with right BHR – Birmingham Hip Resurfacing. The right hip is not as bad as … Continue reading →
Peter’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Su 2018
I am a little over a year after my left hip resurfacing with Dr. Su, I have fully returned to all pre-surgery activities. I run 2-3 miles periodically, and I free weight squat and deadlift regularly and with moderately heavy weight. I occasionally have mild soreness and every now and … Continue reading →
Sports hernia – Tear of the Rectus Abdominus / Adductor Longusis is Problem for Matt, not His Hip Resurfacing 2015
After hip resurfacing sports hernia can be a problem and difficult to diagnose. This injury mimics hip joint problems in many ways causing pain after hip resurfacing. Continue reading →
Ducks’ Ryan Kesler Expected to Miss Upcoming Season After Hip Resurfacing Surgery
…The Ducks said the surgery was performed May 9 by Dr. Edwin Su in New York. The procedure is less invasive than a full hip replacement and does allow for the possibility for the 34-year old Kesler to resume his career following a lengthy recovery… Continue reading →
Wally Green’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Su 2018
Wally Green Published on Apr 16, 2019 Hip resurfacing surgery @ HSS by Dr. Edwin SU. The road to recovery. On April 11 2018 I had hip resurfacing surgery by Dr. Edwin Su at the Hospital for Special Surgery. I had waited 10 years too long. My PT told me … Continue reading →
Bob Bryan Encourages Andy Murray to Have a Hip Resurfacing
Read Full Article Here: Doubles ace Bob Bryan encourages Andy Murray to press ahead with hip op to give himself chance of return By MIKE DICKSON FOR MAILONLINE PUBLISHED: 05:16 EST, 16 January 2019 ‘I would love to see him do a similar surgery, feel the relief that it gives’: Doubles ace … Continue reading →