Category Archives: Hip Resurfacing Stories

Discover real patient stories and experiences with hip resurfacing surgery. Learn about recovery journeys and successful returns to active lifestyles.

Richard Randall’s Hip Resurfacing Dr. Galluch 2023

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I wanted to share my experience at: https://www.ovsurgical.com/our-physicians/david-b-galluch-md-faaos/.   This  was my second Birmingham Hip Resurfacing in 2023.  My first was at Cleveland Clinic with Dr. Brooks in 2019.  This one went well and was back to bowhunting and showing wrestling technique in 3 months.  Dr. Galluch spent some time with … Continue reading →

Patrick Kane, Hockey Star, Hip Resurfacing Story

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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 →

JD’s Hip Resurfacing with Dr. Brooks 2022

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BHR April-2022, Dr. Brooks, Cleveland Clinic, Ohio My top BHR thoughts/comments Thank you Pat…for all of the “surface hippy” info, stories, help, etc.  The site info is priceless.  I visited the site often, prior to my surgery. I visited (4) surgeons…two that did only THR…and, two that did both THR … Continue reading →

4 Year Update Brian’s Hip Resurfacing with Ceramic ReCerf From Dr. De Smet 2019

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Brian’s Original Hip Resurfacing Story in 2019 https://surfacehippy.info/brians-recerf-ceramic-on-ceramic-hip-resurfacing-with-dr-de-smet-2019/ I cannot believe it is 4 years since I travelled to Johannesburg to have my new hip installed by Koen along with 3 other patients I recall my emotions before during and after the 2 week visit BEFORE It took a lot … Continue reading →